When testing or charging a 12V battery in a vehicle that is in for service or is part of the dealership’s inventory, the EL-50313 Midtronics GR8 Battery Tester/Charger or EL-52800 […]
A new Original Equipment (OE) Battery Ratings chart is now available for use when testing batteries using the EL-50313 GR8 Battery Tester/Charger and EL-52800 Diagnostic Charge Battery Station (DCBS). The […]
Techline Connect is quickly becoming the source for all diagnostic applications in the dealership service department. As part of the transition to Techline Connect, GDS2 is now being removed from […]
One of the most commonly asked questions regarding Techline Connect is why admin rights are required to install and run the application. The quick answer is simple: Microsoft Windows 10 […]
A new software update (DCAG1-30) is now available for the EL-52800 Diagnostic Charge Battery Station (DCBS) (Fig. 8). The DCBS replaces the EL-50313 Midtronics GR8 Battery Tester/Charger and is available […]
When servicing the rear suspension on 2010-2016 Cadillac SRX and 2011-2012 Saab 9-4X models, the Service Information has been updated recently to require the replacement of both right and left […]
The 2021 Acadia, Terrain, Yukon; CT4, CT5, Escalade, XT4, XT5, XT6; Enclave; Tahoe and Suburban models no longer have a manual park release cable and pull handle under the front […]
Some 2020-2021 Encore GX and 2021 Trailblazer models equipped with the 1.2L engine (RPO LIH) may have a no start condition and DTCs P0335 (Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit) and P0336 […]
A number of conditions regarding engine performance and air conditioning operation on some 2016-2021 Colorado and Canyon models equipped with the 2.8L diesel engine (RPO LWN) may be due to […]
Techline Connect brings together all the common resources technicians use every day for diagnosis and repairs in an all-in-one application. The all-new application has a single sign-on for access to […]
The Afterblow feature is now enabled from the factory on 2021 Acadia (Fig. 12), Blazer, Bolt EV, XT5 and XT6 models. Previously, the Afterblow feature was disabled when the vehicle […]
Some 2020 Silverado, Sierra; 2020-2021 Camaro; 2021 Corvette, Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, and Escalade models equipped with the 5.3L engine (RPOs L82, L84), 6.2L engine (RPOs L87, LT1, LT4, LT2), or […]
The trailer running lamps may illuminate momentarily and then turn off or may flash when connected to 2019 Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 models. When operating a trailer running lamp […]
DTC P2101 (Throttle Actuator Position Performance) may be set in history on some 2020-2021 CT5 models equipped with the 2.0L engine (RPO LSY). If DTC P2101 is set, complete all […]
Some 2020-2021 Encore GX and 2021 Trailblazer models equipped with the 1.3L engine (RPO L3T) may have a tapping sound coming from the engine that may sound similar to a […]
Some 2017-2018 Silverado, Sierra; 2017-2020 Tahoe, Suburban, Yukon, Escalade; 2019 Silverado LD, Silverado 2500/3500, Sierra Limited, Sierra 2500/3500; and 2019-2020 Silverado 4500HD/5500HD/6500HD models may have several communication concerns resulting in […]
Some 2020 Corvettes may have an illuminated Check Engine MIL and a reduced engine power message on the instrument cluster with no noticeable performance issues. DTCs P1967 (Serial Data Message […]
Techline Connect, GM’s next generation diagnostic application, has released a new tool to help determine the condition of a vehicle’s battery. Battery Condition is determined using “Power of Green;” a […]
A new version of the GM Global Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) will be released on October 17, 2020 with a number of enhanced features and functionality. (Fig. 1) The Q.link™-supported […]
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The EL-52800 Diagnostic Charge Battery Station (DCBS) is the recommended and approved tool for diagnosing battery replacements and submitting battery warranty claims. And effective January 1, 2024, the DCBS (Fig. […]
A new feature will make logging into Techline Connect easier and quicker for users. Previously, Techline Connect had its own unique login, using the Techline Connect desktop icon, and users […]
Take a detailed look at a wide range of innovative features and advanced systems found on GM vehicles to gain a better understanding of proper operation. Each short video reviews how a feature works, highlights operating tips and shows ways to customize settings, if applicable.
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