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10153B - Heated Windshield Washer Module Short Circuit - Permanently Disable and Remove Module (10153B)

Publication date: 2010-07-20
Reference number: 10153B
Supersedes refnos: 10153

10153B - Heated Windshield Washer Module Short Circuit - Permanently Disable and Remove Module

10153B - Heated Windshield Washer Module Short Circuit - Permanently Disable and Remove Module

SERVICE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 10153B, Date of Issue:  July 20, 2010
Affected Model(s): 2006-2009 Buick Lucerne; 2008-2009 Buick Enclave; 2006-2009 Cadillac DTS; 2007-2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT; 2008-2009 Cadillac CTS; 2007-2009 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe; 2009 Chevrolet Traverse; 2007-2009 GMC Acadia, Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL; 2006-2009 HUMMER H2; 2007-2009 Saturn OUTLOOK; Equipped with Heated Washer Fluid System (RPO XA7/CHW)
Supercedes: This bulletin is being revised to include: * A note in the service procedure for dealers to confirm that the customer is aware that this safety recall is being performed on their vehicle prior to performing the repair. * A T labor code for customers who refuse to have the recall performed. This labor code will NOT close the recall. If a customer refuses to have the recall performed, dealers are to provide the customer with a copy of the "Notice to Customer" document contained in this bulletin, record on the repair order "customer declined recall repair" and, if possible, have the customer sign the repair order. Request that the letter be placed in the vehicle glovebox for future reference by subsequent owners. If at a later date the customer, or a new owner, decides to have the recall performed, perform the repair and submit the claim using the appropriate V labor code. * A clarification in the Q & A regarding proof of vehicle ownership. Please discard all copies of bulletin 10153A, issued July 2010.
Superceded Bulletin(s): 10153A, Date of Issue:  July 12, 2010

Condition

General Motors has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, exists in certain  2006-2009 model year Buick Lucerne; Cadillac DTS; HUMMER H2; 2008-2009 model year Buick Enclave; Cadillac CTS; 2007-2009 model year Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe; GMC Acadia, Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL; Saturn OUTLOOK; and 2009 model year Chevrolet Traverse vehicles equipped with a heated washer fluid system (RPO XA7/CHW). A recall was implemented on some vehicles in 2008 to add a fuse to the HWFS control circuit harness to address the potential consequences of a printed circuit board electrical short. However, there have been new reports of thermal incidents on HWFS modules after this improvement was installed. These incidents resulted from a new failure mode attributed to the device's thermal protection feature. Their significance varies from minor distortion to considerable melting of the plastic around the HWFS fluid chamber. In some circumstances, it is possible for the heated washer module to cause a fire.

Correction

Dealers/retailers are to permanently disable and remove the heated washer fluid system and compensate the customer for the loss of the feature.

Vehicles Involved

Involved are certain  2006-2009 model year Buick Lucerne; Cadillac DTS; HUMMER H2; 2008-2009 model year Buick Enclave; Cadillac CTS; 2007-2009 model year Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe; GMC Acadia, Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL; Saturn OUTLOOK; and 2009 model year Chevrolet Traverse vehicles equipped with a heated washer fluid system (RPO XA7/CHW), and built within these VIN breakpoints:

Vehicles Involved

Year  Division  Model  From  Through 
2008 Buick Enclave 8J100047 8J308014
2009 Buick Enclave 9J100004 9J135302
2006 Buick Lucerne 6U103754 6U257622
2007 Buick Lucerne 7U100002 7U237645
2008 Buick Lucerne 8U100004 8U211362
2009 Buick Lucerne 9U100001 9U116595
2008 Cadillac CTS 80100025 80216491
2009 Cadillac CTS 90100002 90135391
2006 Cadillac DTS 6U100001 6U257627
2007 Cadillac DTS 7U100001 7U237650
2008 Cadillac DTS 8U100001 8U211363
2009 Cadillac DTS 9U100002 9U128797
2007 Cadillac Escalade 7R100158 7R431230
2008 Cadillac Escalade 8R100004 8R279185
2009 Cadillac Escalade 9R100001 9R125276
2007 Cadillac Escalade ESV 7R136311 7R431231
2008 Cadillac Escalade ESV 8R100011 8R279197
2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV 9R100011 9R125271
2007 Cadillac Escalade EXT 7G100001 7G320750
2008 Cadillac Escalade EXT 8G100005 8G313669
2009 Cadillac Escalade EXT 9G100001 9G122136
2007 Chevrolet Avalanche 7G100002 7G322305
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 8G100012 8G315027
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 9G100020 9G121518
2007 Chevrolet Silverado 71500004 71734672
7E500001 7E604226
7F500001 7F567567
7G500016 7G557687
7Z500005 7Z653657
2008 Chevrolet Silverado 81100005 81340457
8E100001 8E218216
8F100003 8F228335
8G100043 8G315252
8Z100001 8Z333413
2009 Chevrolet Silverado 91100005 91102391
9E100006 9E104929
9F100005 9F105871
9G100027 9G121505
9Z100001 9Z109458
2007 Chevrolet Suburban 7G100007 7G322306
7J100041 7J407405
7R136280 7R431211
2008 Chevrolet Suburban 8G100022 8G315271
8J100033 8J253530
8R100072 8R279198
2009 Chevrolet Suburban 9G100007 9G100157
9J100010 9J106264
9R100026 9R122925
2007 Chevrolet Tahoe 7J100012 7J407401
7R100001 7R431218
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 8J100001 8J253522
8R100036 8R279200
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 9J100016 9J106191
9R100006 9R127248
2009 Chevrolet Traverse 9S100028 9S102836
2007 GMC Acadia 7J100107 7J175624
2008 GMC Acadia 8J100942 8J308089
2009 GMC Acadia 9J100001 9J135301
2007 GMC Sierra 71500001 71734581
7E500003 7E604195
7F500004 7F567564
7G500025 7G557569
7Z500022 7Z649462
2008 GMC Sierra 81100009 81340465
8E100003 8E218316
8F100002 8F228333
8G100047 8G315264
8Z100006 8Z333464
2009 GMC Sierra 91100004 91103306
9E100012 9E104323
9F100001 9F105861
9G100028 9G121509
9Z100002 9Z109742
2007 GMC Yukon 7J100010 7J407398
7R100040 7R430995
2008 GMC Yukon 8J100008 8J253725
8R100012 8R279019
2009 GMC Yukon 9J100002 9J107575
9R100097 9R122047
2007 GMC Yukon XL 7J108390 7J407402
7R137014 7R431195
2008 GMC Yukon XL 8J100035 8J253708
8R100003 8R277305
2009 GMC Yukon XL 9J100009 9J106263
9R100051 9R121349
2006 HUMMER H2 6H100020 6H118851
2007 HUMMER H2 7H101164 7H108642
2008 HUMMER H2 8H100001 8H110379
2009 HUMMER H2 9H100002 9H101608
2007 Saturn OUTLOOK 7J100003 7J175620
2008 Saturn OUTLOOK 8J100640 8J308082
2009 Saturn OUTLOOK 9J100003 9J135270
IMPORTANT: Dealers/retailers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the Investigate Vehicle History link. Not all vehicles within the above breakpoints may be involved.

For dealers/retailers with involved vehicles, a listing with involved vehicles containing the complete vehicle identification number, customer name, and address information has been prepared and will be provided to US and Canadian dealers/retailers through the GM GlobalConnect Recall Reports, or sent directly to export dealers. Dealers/retailers will not have a report available if they have no involved vehicles currently assigned. .

The listing may contain customer names and addresses obtained from Motor Vehicle Registration Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other than follow-up necessary to complete this recall is a violation of law in several states/provinces/countries. Accordingly, you are urged to limit the use of this report to the follow-up necessary to complete this recall.

Parts Information

No parts are required for this recall.

Service Procedure

Technicians are to confirm that the customer is aware that this safety recall is being performed on their vehicle prior to performing the repair.

If a customer refuses to have this safety recall performed on their vehicle, dealers are to provide the customer with a copy of the "Notice to Customer" document provided in this bulletin, record on the repair order "customer declined recall repair" and, if possible, have the customer sign the repair order. A labor code is provided for customers who refuse the repair. This labor code will not close the recall. If the customer, or a new owner, decides at a later date to have the recall performed, perform the repair and submit the claim using the appropriate V labor code.

This service procedure will permanently disable and remove the heated windshield washer fluid system. After performing the procedure, dealers are to issue a $100 USD/$105 CDN check to the customer of record as compensation for the loss of this feature (see Q & A section of this bulletin for additional details). Involved vehicles currently in dealer/retailer new or used car inventory are not eligible for a check. However, all new vehicles currently in dealer/retailer inventory will be re-invoiced with appropriate dealer credit for the elimination of this feature.

FUSE REMOVAL

2007-2009 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, 

2007-2009 Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado (GMT900), Suburban, Tahoe, 

2007-2009 GMC Sierra (GMT900), Yukon and Yukon XL 

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  2. Locate the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC).
    NOTE: The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle. Refer to Underhood Fuse Block in the Owner's Manual for fuse information.
    3. Fig 1: UBEC Cover
    GM2182449Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the UBEC cover and locate the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
    4. Fig 2: Relays (1) & Heated Windshield Washer Fuse (2)
    GM2182450Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse (2) using needle-nose pliers.
    NOTE: Remove the two relays (1) next to the fuse to gain access to the fuse.
  5. Discard the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
  6. Install the two relays (1) removed in Step 4.
  7. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal in this bulletin. After completing the Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal service procedure, proceed to Step 8 in this section of the bulletin.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  9. Test the operation of the windshield wiper system.
    1. Ensure that the wiper system functions in low and high positions.
    2. Verify that the windshield wiper/washer switch functions. The windshield wiper system should provide wiper fluid to the windshield.
    3. Verify that the heated windshield washer switch does NOT flash.
  10. Secure the UBEC cover on the UBEC.
  11. Close the hood.
  12. Make a copy of the Owner Manual Supplement, located at the back of this bulletin, and place it in the glove box.
  13. After this procedure has been performed, issue a check to the customer of record (see the Q & A section in this bulletin for additional details). Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new or used car inventory are not eligible for a check. However, all new vehicles currently in dealer/retailer inventory will be re-invoiced with appropriate dealer credit for the elimination of this feature.
    NOTE: Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new car inventory are to receive a corrected Monroney Label (MSRP window sticker). It is the responsibility of the Service Manager to ensure this label replacement occurs as soon as possible.

2006-2007 Buick Lucerne 

2006-2007 Cadillac DTS 

The underhood bussed electrical center is located in the vehicle's front left-hand side of the engine compartment between the engine coolant recovery bottle and rearward of the radiator support housing. The "Heated Windshield Washer" fuse is in location "JC1", which is positioned in the rear center quadrant of the UBEC.

2008-2009 Buick Lucerne and Cadillac DTS 

The underhood bussed electrical center is located in the vehicle's front left-hand side of engine compartment between the engine coolant recovery bottle and rearward of the radiator support housing. The "Heated Windshield Washer" fuse is in location "F28", which is positioned in the rear inside quadrant of the UBEC.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
    2. Fig 3: Underhood Bussed Electrical Center (UBEC) (1)
    GM2182457Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Locate the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) (1).
    3. Fig 4: Heated Windshield Washer Fuse (1)
    GM2182455Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the UBEC cover and locate the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse (1).
  4. Remove the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse using needle-nose pliers.
  5. Discard the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
  6. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal in this bulletin. After completing the Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal service procedure, proceed to Step 7 in this section of the bulletin
  7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  8. Test the operation of the windshield wiper system.
    1. Ensure the wiper system functions in low and high positions.
    2. Verify that the windshield wiper/washer switch functions. The windshield wiper system should provide wiper fluid to the windshield.
    3. Verify that the DIC does not display the following message, "HEATING WASH FLUID WASH WIPES PENDING".
  9. Secure the UBEC cover on the UBEC.
  10. Close the hood.
  11. Make a copy of the Owner Manual Supplement, located at the back of this bulletin, and place it in the glove box.
  12. After this procedure has been performed, issue a check to the customer of record (see the Q & A section in this bulletin for additional details). Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new or used car inventory are not eligible for a check. However, all new vehicles currently in dealer/retailer inventory will be re-invoiced with appropriate dealer credit for the elimination of this feature.
    NOTE: Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new car inventory are to receive a corrected Monroney Label (MSRP window sticker). It is the responsibility of the Service Manager to ensure this label replacement occurs as soon as possible.

2008-2009 Cadillac CTS 

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
    2. Fig 5: Front Compartment Side Sight Shield (1)
    GM2476548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the front compartment side sight shield on the passenger's side of the engine compartment (1). Refer to Front Compartment Side Sight Shield Replacement in SI.
    3. Fig 6: Underhood Bussed Electrical Center (UBEC) (2)
    GM2476560Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Locate the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) (2).
    NOTE: The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. Refer to Underhood Fuse Block in the Owner's Manual for fuse information.
  4. Remove the UBEC cover (2) and locate the WSW/HTR 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
    5. Fig 7: Heated Windshield Washer Fuse (3)
    GM2476558Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the WSW/HTR 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse (3) using pliers.
  6. Discard the WSW/HTR 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse (3).
  7. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal in this bulletin. After completing the Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal service procedure, proceed to step 8 in this section of the bulletin.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  9. Test the operation of the windshield wiper system.
    1. Ensure the wiper system functions in low and high positions.
    2. Verify that the windshield wiper/washer switch functions. The windshield wiper system should provide wiper fluid to the windshield.
    3. Verify that the DIC does not display the following message, "HEATING WASH FLUID WASH WIPES PENDING".
  10. Install the front compartment side sight shield on the passenger's side of the engine compartment (1). Refer to Front Compartment Side Sight Shield Replacement in SI.
  11. Secure the UBEC cover on the UBEC.
  12. Close the hood.
  13. Make a copy of the Owner Manual Supplement, located at the back of this bulletin, and place it in the glove box.
  14. After this procedure has been performed, issue a check to the customer or record (see the Q & A section in this bulletin for additional details). Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new or used car inventory are not eligible for a check. However, all new vehicles currently in dealer/retailer inventory will be re-invoiced with appropriate dealer credit for the elimination of this feature.
    NOTE: Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new car inventory are to receive a corrected Monroney Label (MSRP window sticker). It is the responsibility of the Service Manager to ensure this label replacement occurs as soon as possible.

2006-2007 HUMMER H2 

  1. Open the hood and disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  2. Locate the under-hood bussed electrical center (UBEC).
    NOTE: The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment is located on the driver's side of the vehicle near the battery. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. Refer to Underhood Fuse Bock in the Owner's Manual for fuse information.
  3. Remove the UBEC cover and locate the 60 amp heated windshield washer Mega fuse.
    4. Fig 8: Mega Fuse (2) Nuts (1)
    GM2182535Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the two nuts (1) for the Mega fuse (2). Refer to the picture.
  5. Remove the 60 amp heated windshield washer Mega fuse.
  6. Discard the 60 amp heated windshield washer Mega fuse.
  7. Install the two nuts back into the two studs.
  8. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal in this bulletin. After completing the Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal service procedure, proceed to step 9 in this section of the bulletin.
  9. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  10. Test the operation of the windshield wiper system.
    1. Ensure the wiper system functions in low and high positions.
    2. Verify that the windshield wiper/washer switch functions. The windshield wiper system should provide wiper fluid to the windshield.
    3. Fig 9: Heated Windshield Washer Switch
      GM2182539Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

      Verify that the heated windshield washer switch does NOT flash.
  11. Secure the UBEC cover on the UBEC.
  12. Close the hood.
  13. Make a copy of the Owner Manual Supplement, located at the back of this bulletin, and place it in the glove box.
  14. After this procedure has been performed, issue a check to the customer of record (see the Q & A section in this bulletin for additional details). Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new or used car inventory are not eligible for a check. However, all new vehicles currently in dealer/retailer inventory will be re-invoiced with appropriate dealer credit for the elimination of this feature.
    NOTE: Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new car inventory are to receive a corrected Monroney Label (MSRP window sticker). It is the responsibility of the Service Manager to ensure this label replacement occurs as soon as possible.

2008-2009 HUMMER H2 

  1. Open the hood and disconnect negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
    2. Fig 10: Underhood Bussed Electrical Center (UBEC)
    GM2182546Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Locate the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC).
    NOTE: The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment is located on the driver side of the vehicle near the battery. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. Refer to Underhood Fuse Block in the Owner's Manual for fuse information.
  3. Remove the UBEC cover and locate the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
  4. Remove the two relays next to the fuse to gain access to the fuse.
  5. Remove the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse using needle-nose pliers.
  6. Discard the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
  7. Install the two relays removed in Step 4.
  8. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal in this bulletin. After completing the Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal service procedure, proceed to step 9 in this section of the bulletin.
  9. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  10. Test the operation of the windshield wiper system.
    1. Ensure the wiper system functions in low and high positions.
    2. Verify that the windshield wiper/washer switch functions. The windshield wiper system should provide wiper fluid to the windshield.
    3. Verify that the heated windshield washer switch does NOT flash.
    Fig 11: Heated Windshield Washer Switch
    GM2182539Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Secure the UBEC cover on the UBEC.
  12. Close the hood.
  13. Make a copy of the Owner Manual Supplement, located at the back of this bulletin, and place it in the glove box.
  14. After this procedure has been performed, issue a check to the customer of record (see the Q & A section in this bulletin for additional details). Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new or used car inventory are not eligible for a check. However, all new vehicles currently in dealer/retailer inventory will be re-invoiced with appropriate dealer credit for the elimination of this feature.
    NOTE: Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new car inventory are to receive a corrected Monroney Label (MSRP window sticker). It is the responsibility of the Service Manager to ensure this label replacement occurs as soon as possible.

2008-2009 Buick Enclave 

2009 Chevrolet Traverse 

2007-2009 GMC Acadia 

2007-2009 Saturn OUTLOOK 

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
    2. Fig 12: Underhood Bussed Electrical Center (UBEC)
    GM2182446Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Locate the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC).
    NOTE: The underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC) is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. Refer to Underhood Fuse Block in the Owner's Manual for fuse information.
    3. Fig 13: Heated Windshield Washer Fuse
    GM2182447Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the UBEC cover and locate the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
  4. Remove the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse using needle-nose pliers.
    NOTE: Remove the two relays next to the fuse to gain access to the fuse.
  5. Discard the 60 amp heated windshield washer fuse.
  6. Install the two relays removed in Step 4.
  7. Refer to Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal in this bulletin. After completing the Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Removal service procedure, proceed to step 8 in this section of the bulletin.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in SI.
  9. Test the operation of the windshield wiper system.
    1. Ensure the wiper system functions in low and high positions.
    2. Verify that the windshield wiper/washer switch functions. The windshield wiper system should provide wiper fluid to the windshield.
    3. Verify that the DIC does not display the following message, "HEATING WASH FLUID WASH WIPES PENDING".
  10. Secure the UBEC cover on the UBEC.
  11. Close the hood.
  12. Make a copy of the Owner Manual Supplement, located at the back of this bulletin, and place it in the glove box.
  13. NOTE: Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new car inventory are to receive a corrected Monroney Label (MSRP window sticker). It is the responsibility of the Service Manager to ensure this label replacement occurs as soon as possible.

    After this procedure has been performed, issue a check to the customer of record (see the Q & A section in this bulletin for additional details). Involved vehicles that are currently in dealer/retailer new or used car inventory are not eligible for a check. However, all new vehicles currently in dealer/retailer inventory will be re-invoiced with appropriate dealer credit for the elimination of this feature.

WINDSHIELD WASHER SOLVENT HEATER REMOVAL

    Fig 14: Windshield Wiper Solvent Inlet And Outlet Hoses (1)
    GM2476554Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the windshield wiper solvent inlet and outlet hoses (1) from the windshield washer solvent heater assembly and from the two plastic inlet and outlet windshield wiper solvent hoses.
  2. Disconnect the two electrical connectors at the windshield washer solvent heater assembly.
    NOTE: Do NOT remove the connector retention clips from the connectors. Do NOT remove the assembly bracket from the engine compartment.
    3. Fig 15: Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Assembly
    GM2476559Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the windshield washer solvent heater assembly from the assembly bracket using a small flat blade screwdriver.
  4. Place the windshield washer solvent heater assembly on a work bench.
    5. Fig 16: Two-Wire Connector
    GM2476549Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Cut the two-wire connector from the windshield washer solvent heater assembly. Vary the length of the red and black wires on the connector. Refer to illustration.
    6. Fig 17: Five-Wire Connector
    GM2476553Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Cut the five-wire connector from the windshield washer solvent heater assembly. Vary the length of the five wires on the connector.
  7. Discard the windshield washer solvent heater assembly and, if install in recall 08048, the jumper harness with inline fuse.
    8. Fig 18: Large Connector
    GM2476545Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Wrap the large connector with two wires in electrical tape.
    9. Fig 19: Red & Green Wires on Small Connector
    GM2476553Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Wrap the red and green wires on the small connector separately.
    10. Fig 20: Five Wires on Small Connector
    GM2476547Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Wrap the five wires on the small connector with electrical tape.
    11. Fig 21: Large Two-Wire Connector Body Harness (2)
    GM2476556Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Connect the large two-wire connector (1) to the body harness (2).
    12. Fig 22: Small Five-Wire Connector Body Harness (2)
    GM2476557Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Connect the small five-wire connector (1) to the body harness (2).
    13. Fig 23: Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Assembly Bracket
    GM2476555Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Secure the large two-wire connector and small five-wire connector to the windshield washer solvent heater assembly bracket.
    14. Fig 24: Windshield Wiper Solvent Inlet & Outlet Hoses
    GM2476552Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Connect the two windshield wiper solvent inlet and outlet hoses together. Use a portion of the rubber wiper solvent hose removed in Step 1 if needed to join the two plastic wiper solvent hoses together. Discard the remaining portions of the rubber windshield wiper solvent hoses.
  15. Route and secure windshield wiper solvent hose along passenger side front fender.
  16. Return to the appropriate the Fuse Removal service procedure in this bulletin to continue this repair.

Customer Reimbursement - For GM US

All customer requests for reimbursement of previously paid repairs for the recall condition will be handled by the Customer Assistance Center, not by dealers.

A General Motors Customer Reimbursement Procedure and Claim Form is included with the customer letter.

NOTE: (For GM US Only) Refer to the GM Service Policies and Procedures Manual, section 6.1.12, for specific procedures regarding customer reimbursement and the form.

Customer Reimbursement - For Canada and Export

Customer requests for reimbursement of previously paid repairs for the recall condition are to be submitted to the dealer by June 8, 2011.

All reasonable customer paid receipts should be considered for reimbursement. The amount to be reimbursed will be limited to the amount the repair would have cost if completed by an authorized General Motors dealer.

When a customer requests reimbursement, they must provide the following:

Claims for customer reimbursement on previously paid repairs are to be submitted as required by WINS or GWM.

NOTE: Refer to the GM Service Policies and Procedures Manual, section 6.1.12, for specific procedures regarding customer reimbursement verification.

Customer Reimbursement - For Saturn US Only

All customer requests for reimbursement for previous repairs for the recall condition are handled by submitting a recall reimbursement claim form directly to Saturn retailers for processing; however, if customers choose, they may file a claim through the Saturn Customer Assistance Center.

A Saturn Customer Reimbursement Procedure and Claim Form are included with the customer letter.

Courtesy Transportation - For US and Canada

The General Motors Courtesy Transportation program is intended to minimize customer inconvenience when a vehicle requires a repair that is covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranties. The availability of courtesy transportation to customers whose vehicles are within the warranty coverage period and involved in a product program is very important in maintaining customer satisfaction. Dealers/retailers are to ensure that these customers understand that shuttle service or some other form of courtesy transportation is available and will be provided at no charge. Dealers should refer to the General Motors Service Policies and Procedures Manual for Courtesy Transportation guidelines.

Claim Information

1. Submit a claim using the table below.

2. Courtesy Transportation - submit as Net Item under the repair labor code.

Claim Information

Labor Code Description Labor Time Net Item
T5755* Customer Refused Recall Repair (No Check Issued) 0.1 N/A
V2281 Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Assembly Removal & Issue Check to Customer (Customer Vehicles Only) 0.3** ***
V2282 Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Assembly Removal - No Check Issued (Fleet Warranty In-Shop Locations) 0.3 ****
V2283 Windshield Washer Solvent Heater Assembly Removal - No Check Issued (Vehicles in Dealer New & Used Inventory)**** 0.3 N/A
V2284 Customer Reimbursement for prior repairs (not for use by US GM dealers) 0.2 ******
* This labor code will not close the recall. If the customer, or a new owner, decides at a later date to have the recall performed, perform the repair and submit the claim using the appropriate V labor code.
** Add 0.2 hours administrative time for issuing the check to the customer (customer vehicles only).
*** The amount identified in Net Item is the $100 USD/$105 CDN dealer check that was issued to the customer. Record the check number in the Invoice Number field. Record the VIN on the check.
**** The amount identified in Net Item is the $100 USD/$105 CDN allowed for compensation for the loss of the feature.
***** New window stickers will be shipped to dealers for new vehicles in dealer inventory and dealers will be credited. Vehicles in dealer used inventory are not eligible for the $100 USD/$105 CDN.
****** The amount identified in "Net Item" should represent the dollar amount reimbursed to the customer.

Customer Notification - For US and Canada

General Motors will notify customers of this recall on their vehicle (see copy of customer letter included with this bulletin).

Customer Notification - For Export

Letters will be sent to known owners of record located within areas covered by the US National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act. For owners outside these areas, dealers should notify customers using the attached sample letter.

Dealer Recall Responsibility - For US and Export (US States, Territories, and Possessions)

The US National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act provides that each vehicle that is subject to a recall of this type must be adequately repaired within a reasonable time after the customer has tendered it for repair. A failure to repair within sixty days after tender of a vehicle is prima facie evidence of failure to repair within a reasonable time. If the condition is not adequately repaired within a reasonable time, the customer may be entitled to an identical or reasonably equivalent vehicle at no charge or to a refund of the purchase price less a reasonable allowance for depreciation. To avoid having to provide these burdensome remedies, every effort must be made to promptly schedule an appointment with each customer and to repair their vehicle as soon as possible. In the recall notification letters, customers are told how to contact the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration if the recall is not completed within a reasonable time.

Dealer Recall Responsibility - All

All unsold new vehicles in dealers' possession and subject to this recall must be held and inspected/repaired per the service procedure of this recall bulletin before customers take possession of these vehicles.

Dealers are to service all vehicles subject to this recall at no charge to customers, regardless of mileage, age of vehicle, or ownership, from this time forward.

Customers who have recently purchased vehicles sold from your vehicle inventory, and for which there is no customer information indicated on the dealer listing, are to be contacted by the dealer. Arrangements are to be made to make the required correction according to the instructions contained in this bulletin. A copy of the customer letter is provided in this bulletin for your use in contacting customers. Recall follow-up cards should not be used for this purpose, since the customer may not as yet have received the notification letter.

In summary, whenever a vehicle subject to this recall enters your vehicle inventory, or is in your dealership for service in the future, you must take the steps necessary to be sure the recall correction has been made before selling or releasing the vehicle.

Question and Answer Section

Q1. Why are we compensating customers for a recall?

A1. This is a special case where we are not confident a repair would work. This is why we are removing this feature from the vehicle. Compensating the current customer of record for this loss is an appropriate gesture.

Q2. What is the original cost of the Heated Washer Fluid System?

A2. The system was priced in several ways; as standard equipment, as a stand-alone option and as part of an option package. We analyzed these scenarios and determined that $100 is an appropriate estimate of the value of the feature.

Q3. How much will each customer receive?

A3. Customers will receive a $100 check from their servicing dealer within 30 days of recall completion.

Q4. Why can't GM issue the checks?

A4. Due to their age, our original sales records will not reflect any subsequent vehicle transactions or owner changes. Additionally, we don't have an in-house system that can handle this number of checks. So we are depending on our dealers to help execute this safety recall.

Q5: When will customers be notified about having this feature disabled?

A5: Customers should begin receiving letters in the mail in mid-June. However, they can go to their local dealer any time (even in advance of receiving a letter) to have the system disabled.

Q6. Are all of the VINs involved in this recall identified in the GWM-IVH (GMVIS2) application?

A6. Yes, all involved VINs have been updated for this recall.

Q7. How do I identify the current customer of record?

A7. For the purposes of this recall, the current customer of record is to be identified as the person or company whose name appears on the vehicle's state registration document or other legally recognized proof of vehicle ownership (unless specifically excluded). Prior to issuing the $100.00 check, please ensure the proof of ownership documentation has not expired and is otherwise valid.

Q8. What should I do if proof of vehicle ownership is not available?

A8. If proof of vehicle ownership documentation is not currently available or is otherwise invalid, the $100 check should not be issued.

Q9. What if the customer objects to this policy?

A9. If valid proof of ownership documentation is not available, the decision not to issue the $100 check is correct. If the customer still disagrees, please refer him/her to the GM Customer Assistance Center.

Q10. If a check is not issued, how should the recall claim be submitted?

A10. If a final determination is made not to issue a check, the $100 net item amount should not be claimed. Only the labor cost for the repair should be submitted.

Q11. Can you provide examples of the various customer scenarios I can expect?

A11. Certainly, listed below are examples with the preferred resolution.

* Retail Customer - Vehicle Purchased

Issue check to the customer at vehicle pickup if valid proof of vehicle ownership documentation is available. All checks must include the complete 17 character Vehicle Identification Number.

* Retail Customer - Vehicle Leased

Issue check to the customer at vehicle pickup (not GMAC or other financial institution) if valid proof of vehicle ownership documentation is available. All checks must include the complete 17 character Vehicle Identification Number.

* Fleet Customer - Daily Rental (Avis, Budget, Enterprise, etc.)

Issue check to the daily rental company if valid proof of vehicle ownership documentation is available. Confirm local address and mail or provide check to their representative at vehicle pickup. All checks must include the complete 17 character Vehicle Identification Number.

* Fleet Customer - Lease Management Company (PH & H, GE Capital, ARI, etc.)

Issue check to the lease management company if valid proof of ownership documentation is available. Ask the customer where the check should be mailed. Approximately 7,500 vehicles are involved and these customers will be receiving a letter from their lease management company explaining this situation. All checks must include the complete 17 character Vehicle Identification Number.

Q12. What should I do if a customer refuses to have the recall service procedure performed on his/her vehicle?

A12. If a customer initially declines the recall repair, please make sure that he/she fully understands the possible consequences.

"An unattended (vehicle parked - key not in the "ON" position) under hood fire that can occur at any time and possibly involve nearby vehicles or structures."

If the customer still refuses, provide the customer with a copy of the "Notice to Customer" document contained in this bulletin, record "customer declined recall repair" on the repair order and, if possible, have the customer sign the repair order. Retain this repair order at the dealership.

OWNER LETTER

Dear General Motors Customer:

This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

General Motors has decided that a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain 2006-2009 model year Buick Lucerne; Cadillac DTS; HUMMER H2; 2008-2009 model year Buick Enclave; Cadillac CTS; 2007-2009 model year Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe; GMC Acadia, Sierra, Yukon, Yukon XL; Saturn OUTLOOK; and 2009 model year Chevrolet Traverse vehicles equipped with a heated washer fluid system (HWFS). As a result, GM is conducting a safety recall. We apologize for this inconvenience. However, we are concerned about your safety and continued satisfaction with our products.

IMPORTANT:
  • Your vehicle is involved in safety recall 10153.
  • Schedule an appointment with your GM dealer/retailer.
  • This service will be performed for you at no charge. 

Why is your vehicle being recalled? 

A recall was implemented on some vehicles in 2008 to add a fuse to the HWFS control circuit harness to address the potential consequences of a printed circuit board electrical short. However, there have been new reports of thermal incidents on HWFS modules after this improvement was installed. These incidents resulted from a new failure mode attributed to the device's thermal protection feature. Their significance varies from minor distortion to considerable melting of the plastic around the HWFS fluid chamber. In some circumstances, it is possible for the heated washer module to cause a fire.

What will we do? 

Your GM dealer/retailer will permanently disable and remove the heated washer fluid system. In addition, because the heated washer feature will be disabled, the dealer will provide a customer satisfaction payment of $100 to the customer. This service will be performed for you at no charge  . Because of service scheduling requirements, it is likely that your dealer/retailer will need your vehicle longer than the actual service correction time of approximately 20 minutes.

An updated page for your Owner Manual will be provided and inserted at the time of service to document that the feature has been permanently disabled and removed from your vehicle.

If your vehicle is within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, your dealer/retailer may provide you with shuttle service or some other form of courtesy transportation while your vehicle is at the dealership/facility for this repair. Please refer to your Owner Manual and your dealer/retailer for details on courtesy transportation.

What should you do? 

You should contact your GM dealer/retailer to arrange a service appointment as soon as possible.

Did you already pay for this repair? 

The enclosed form explains what reimbursement is available and how to request reimbursement if you have paid for repairs for the recall condition. Even though you may have already had this condition repaired in the past, you will still need to take your vehicle to your dealer/retailer for this recall.

Do you have questions? 

If you have questions or concerns that your dealer/retailer is unable to resolve, please contact the GM Customer Assistance Center. More information about your vehicle can be found at the GM Owner Center at www.gmownercenter.com.

If after contacting your dealer/retailer and the Customer Assistance Center, you are still not satisfied we have done our best to remedy this condition without charge and within a reasonable time, you may wish to write the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, Washington DC 20590, or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1.888.327.4236 (TTY 1.800.424.9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Federal regulation requires that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days.

Scott Lawson

Director,

Customer and Relationship Services

Enclosure

10153

Question and Answer Section

Owner Manual Supplement
The heated windshield washer fluid system has been permanently disabled and removed from this vehicle.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NOTE: General Motors released this product recall in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act because a defect that relates to motor vehicle safety exists in your vehicle.
It was implemented to address the potential consequences of a printed circuit board electrical short within the Heated Washer Fluid System (HWFS). The significance of this failure can vary from minor distortion to considerable melting of the plastic around the HWFS fluid chamber. In some circumstances, it is possible for the heated washer module to cause a fire.
This failure can occur at any time, even when the vehicle is unattended - parked and key not in the "ON" position. Note that a resulting under hood fire could also involve other nearby vehicles or structures.
Performance of this recall procedure will allow your GM dealer to eliminate these risks by permanently removing the HWFS from your vehicle.
In addition to the risk of a thermal incident, including a fire, it is possible that the HWFS will become inoperative at a future time. If this occurs, it will not be repaired or replaced by GM. Note that GM does not endorse or otherwise approve the use of any similar HWFS products that may be sold by aftermarket suppliers.
Even though you have declined to have this safety recall performed on your vehicle, please be advised that if you change your mind, your GM dealer will always be available to remove the HWFS from your vehicle and provide reimbursement according to the terms described in the recall notification letter.
As part of this declination process, your dealer will ask you to document your refusal to have Safety Recall 10153 performed on your vehicle by signing a Repair Order stating "customer declined recall repair". You will be given a copy of this document for your records. Of course, your signature is voluntary but doing so will help prevent the mailing of recall reminder notices to you as the current owner of record.
If you sell this vehicle, you should advise the buyer that this safety recall was not performed on the vehicle and that the recall repair is still available. This notice should also be placed in the glove box so that a future owner of this vehicle will be aware of this safety recall.
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