Service bulletins for the 2011 Cadillac DTS
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
1153 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| PIP5094 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that, when testing any circuit for open or resistance, it is imperative that all related terminal pin fit and tension be checked when the test steps require disconnection of the connector or component, prior to any component replacement. Always use the recommended terminal test tool during these tests. |
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| 00-03-10-002J | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. WHEELS. This informational bulletin provides information on chemical staining, pitting, and corrosion on wheels and the proper cleaners to use to fix the conditions due to multiple causes. |
| PI0572C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM). This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on GM is implementing a new service strategy that uses a set of universal coaxial repair kits to service vehicles. This only applies to cable used for high frequency signals, such as cellular (OnStar®), satellite radio (XM) and GPS (navigation). The kits do NOT apply to the AM/FM cables. |
| PI0360F | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This preliminary informational bulletin provides information on GM Accessory Remote start not working with onstars remotelink phone applications |
| 09-06-04-026L | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE. This informational bulletin provides information on Identifying Non-GM (Aftermarket) Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines Using Tech 2® or GDS 2 (U.S. and Canada) |
| 08-00-89-014B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This informational bulletin provides information on what is needed to be prepared for TAC, caller preparedness and checklists and contacting U.S. technical Assistance and the use of strategy based diagnostics |
| 07-00-89-037I | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. This warranty administration bulletin provides information on Courtesy Transportation and Roadside Assistance Programs |
| 16-NA-075 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR. This technical bulletin provides a procedure to relearn the power folding mirriors and road test to correct a conditon of power fold away mirriors glass shakes or flutters at normal driving speeds |
| 08-07-30-026C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY. This informational bulletin provides information on vehicles may rock or move slightly forward or rearward while in Park at start up after cold soak and that this is considered a normal conditon and no repairs are necessary |
| 16-NA-069 | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. This informational bulletin provides information on If the radar does not see any vehicles, structures, or objects for 15-25 minutes of driving, the system may think its blocked and display the ?Side Object Detection System Disabled? message. |
| 03-00-89-006M | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This informational bulletin provides information on New Vehicle Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Delivering Quality Vehicles and Generating Higher CSi Scores |
| 06-00-89-029M | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. This informational bulletin provides information on Interior Cleaning - Instrument Panel (IP), Hard or Plastic Surfaces, Seats, Carpet, Leather, Vinyl, Fabric Cleaner, Stain Remover, Restorer - Product Availability |
| 03-06-03-004O | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This informational bulletin provides information on Battery Testing and Warranty Replacement Requirements (North America ONLY) |
| 09-00-89-002M | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This informational bulletin provides information on how to properly maintain vehicles in the dealer inventory |
| 04-00-89-015K | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This warranty informational bulletin provides a list of all the required operating procedures and explains them out to what is acceptable and not. |
| PIC5376A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the rain sense wipers are not working correctly or are inoperative. Technician will use the scantool to review Body Control Module data on the scan tool for the Wipers, the "Rain Sense Signal". If the data shows a value of "NoGlass", technician should check the windshield for being replaced with a non OEM. If the windshield is not original equipment manufacturer it should be replaced with a windshield from General Motors. |
| PIC4921A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on a proper paint code for the following special addition vehicles. 2003 Mary Kay Cadillac models - use paint code WA-160E - Mary Kay Pink Pearl 2004 - 2007 Mary Kay Cadillac models - use paint code WA-983L - Mary Kay Pink Pearl III 2004 Neiman Marcus Cadillac XLR - use paint code WA-111B - Majestic Amethyst Metallic 2008 - 2015 Mary Kay Cadillac models - use paint code WA-590Q - Mary Kay Pink Pearl V 2011 Neiman Marcus Chevrolet Camaro convertible - For the exterior body color, use paint code WA-724S - Mystic Bronze Tri-coat. For the ghost stripes on the hood and deck lid, use paint code WA700T |
| PIC5687C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that loose connection between the vehicle and a Bluetooth phone. Technician will need to use a scan tool to check the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value. If the "Firmware Over-the-Air" value is up to date and customer's concern is still present contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. |
| PIC5492A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Diagnostic Trouble Code B101D-37 history in the Vehicle Communication Interface Module or telematics communication interface control module. Engineering has determined that this code will only display in history on the scan tool and will not cause issues with OnStar system operation. |
| PIC5165B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a single chime they normally hear when the rear park assist system first detects an object does not sound. Dealer should communicate to the customer this condition is a normal operating characteristic of their vehicle. |
| PIC5321A | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, "Service Brake System", "Service Power Steering" message on the Driver Information Center, and or power door locks cycling. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code C0450. Technician should inspect for the engine harness rubbing through on the lower front part of the transmission. Technician should reroute the harness and repair any damaged wires. |
| PIC4676B | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that battery goes dead when the vehicle is parked. Technician will check for short to ground on circuit 1732. Technician will also inspect for the glove box light to be staying on. |
| PIT3173C | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician that fluid contamination may be directed to one of the following testing centers according to the type of fluid needing testing. Dealer should send the correct fluid to the proper testing center. |
| PIC4801E | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician on how to diagnose and repair vehicles that may have an OnStar Turn-By-Turn Navigation the system that is inoperative. Technician verifies there are no Diagnostic Trouble Codes are present in the Antilock Braking System and Vehicle Communication Interface Module of the vehicle. If no Diagnostic Trouble Codes found call OnStar using the Blue button on the OnStar key pad and ask the advisor for a turn by turn route. Also make a OnStar personal call and a call into the vehicle. If normal diagnostics do not lead to a resolution technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance. |
| PIC4310H | 2017-08-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicle that may have an OnStar system that has progression tones when pressing the blue or red button. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center with the scan tool data from the OnStar system. |
The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.