Update – Midtronics DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger is the Only Accepted Battery Tester for Warranty Battery Replacement (U.S.)

Update – Midtronics DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger is the Only Accepted Battery Tester for Warranty Battery Replacement (U.S.)

The Midtronics DCA-8000 Diagnostic Charger (Fig. 1) is the latest generation battery charger and tester from Midtronics. It provides fast, accurate testing results and is the GM-required tool for charging […]

May 31, 2026
Rear Leaf Spring Noise and Possible Fuel Contamination

Rear Leaf Spring Noise and Possible Fuel Contamination

Some 2020-2026 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks equipped with the 3.0L diesel engine (RPO LM2, LZ0) may have a squeak or clunk sound coming from the rear of the […]

May 31, 2026
2027 Bolt State of Charge and NACS Charging Tips

2027 Bolt State of Charge and NACS Charging Tips

The new 2027 Bolt features a 65-kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) high-voltage battery pack, enabling faster charging. It uses a native North American Charging Standard (NACS) charging port that provides […]

May 31, 2026
Fuse F17UA and Possible No Start Condition

Fuse F17UA and Possible No Start Condition

A no start condition on some 2024-2026 Acadia, Traverse; and 2025-2026 Enclave models may be caused by a rear wiper motor binding or a bent wiper arm. (Fig. 16) Fuse […]

May 31, 2026
Inoperative PTO on Silverado Medium-Duty Trucks

Inoperative PTO on Silverado Medium-Duty Trucks

Some 2019-2023 Silverado 4500HD/5500HD/6500HD trucks may have an intermittent condition where the available Power Take-Off (PTO) is inoperative along with DTC P251A (PTO Enable Switch Circuit) set in the PTO […]

May 31, 2026
TCSC Top Issues This Week

TCSC Top Issues This Week

The Techline Customer Support Center (TCSC) is available to help dealerships with diagnostic and programming issues related to Techline Connect (TLC) and the Service Programming System (SPS). TCSC has now […]

May 27, 2026
Create Custom Data Lists in GDS 2

Create Custom Data Lists in GDS 2

The latest update to GDS 2 in Techline Connect provides technicians with the ability to build personalized data parameter lists tailored for specific diagnostic sessions — identifying only the data […]

May 21, 2026
Updated Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal Installation

Updated Transfer Case Input Shaft Seal Installation

Seal installation depth is critical when replacing the transfer case front input shaft seal between the transmission and transfer case on 2020-2026 Silverado 2500HD/3500HD and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD trucks equipped with […]

May 21, 2026
A/C Leak Detection Dye for EVs

A/C Leak Detection Dye for EVs

GM has recently established a new air conditioning refrigerant leak diagnostic procedure for GM EVs and PHEVs — including the Silverado EV, Blazer EV, Equinox EV, Bolt EV/EUV, Corvette E-Ray, […]

May 21, 2026
When and Why to Use Fuel Additives

When and Why to Use Fuel Additives

Fuel additives are not routine maintenance items. The latest GM guidelines recommend using approved products only to address a verified vehicle condition or fuel-quality concern on GM passenger cars and […]

May 21, 2026
GM Service Know-How Emerging Issues

GM Service Know-How Emerging Issues

The monthly GM Service Know-How Emerging Issues seminars provide service/technical information on current issues and GM-certified repairs. This month the seminar (10226.05V – U.S.) offers tips on completing the Multi-Point […]

May 21, 2026
Lunch with Your FSEs May Meeting

Lunch with Your FSEs May Meeting

The monthly Lunch with Your Field Service Engineers meeting will take place May 20. The one-hour meeting will be held online via Microsoft Teams and offers GM dealership technicians, shop […]

May 18, 2026
Check 55-Way Connector if Glow Plug DTCs are Set

Check 55-Way Connector if Glow Plug DTCs are Set

There may be several glow plug DTCs set on some 2024-2026 Silverado 2500HD/3500HD and Sierra 2500HD/3500HD trucks equipped with the 6.6L Duramax diesel engine (RPO L5P). DTCs may include: P066A […]

April 27, 2026
Setting Up Wired and Wireless MDI 2 Connections

Setting Up Wired and Wireless MDI 2 Connections

There are several possible methods – both wired and wireless – to connect with the MDI 2 (EL-52100). (Fig. 4) Which is best for you depends on typical use of […]

April 27, 2026