Bonneville V6-3800 3.8L VIN L SFI (1995)
Suspension Warning Indicator: Technical Service Bulletins
Suspension - Svc. Ind. Disabling For Passive Suspension
INFORMATION
Bulletin No.: 00-03-11-001B
Date: November 25, 2009
Subject: Procedure to Disable Illumination of Service Indicator AFTER the Installation of Passive Struts/Shocks
Models:
1992-1994 Buick Skylark
1993-1996 Buick Park Avenue
1989-1993 Cadillac Allante
1993-1995 Cadillac Concours
1991-1996 Cadillac Eldorado, Seville
1991-1995 Cadillac DeVille
1991-1995 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight
1992-1993 Oldsmobile Achieva
1994-1999 Pontiac Bonneville
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add models and update the information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 00-03-11-001A (Section 03 -
Suspension).
Some owners may bring their vehicles in for service with an illuminated service suspension light. The service suspension indicator lamp is telling the
owner that the vehicle is due for strut/shock replacement, a maintenance item. The customer may elect to have passive struts installed in their vehicles
due to repair cost savings and/or parts availability. The installation of passive shock/struts will result in handling characteristics which are the equal to a
like vehicle without the computer controlled ride, with all other components such as tires, tire pressure, springs, etc. being equal. The installation of (4)
new passive struts will cause the continued illumination of the service suspension indicator. If desired by the customer, the service indicator may be
disabled AFTER THE INSTALLATION OF THE (4) NEW PASSIVE STRUTS, using the appropriate service procedure listed below. This bulletin
DOES NOT authorize this procedure unless (4) NEW PASSIVE STRUTS WERE INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE.
The wiring harness going to each strut and or shock assembly should be cut and taped back to clean-up the appearance both under the hood and under the
vehicle. In addition, each specific vehicle will require a modification as outlined below.
1989-1992 Allante with Speed Dependent Damping (SDD)
Refer to the Service Manual page 8D-13 (1989) or 8D-14 (1990-1992). On these vehicles, adjust the BCM Override value "BS08". To do this, use the
warmer/cooler button on the CCDIC to decrease the BCM override value "BS08" which is displayed when you enter the system by two (2). When the
desired number is displayed on the CCDIC, it must be stored by holding the "Elapsed Time" and "Fuel Used" buttons until the new value flashes on and
off. When it flashes on and off, the new value has been stored.
1992-1993 Allante, 1993-1996 Eldorado,1993-1996 Seville, 1993-1995 Concours
These models require installation of a jumper harness connection. Remove the harness connector from the shock during shock replacement. Install the
jumper, GM P/N 88961530. Securely tie off the jumper to the harness in order to avoid possible damage while in use. Effective repair requires four (4)
jumpers - one for each "corner" of the vehicle.
Important
Do not flash the controller with the electronic shocks connected to the vehicle harness. Controller damage may occur.
Later Delco Electronics controllers must be flashed with Tech 2. Turn the key to the on position, with the engine off. Using the Tech 2, navigate as
follows: Diagnostics/ Model Year/ Passenger Car/ Chassis/ Product Line/ CVRSS/ ALC/ Strut Removal Recalibration. Select F0: CVRSS Recalibration.
Follow all Tech 2 "on screen" instructions. After performing the Strut Removal Recalibration procedure, cycle the ignition from "on" to "off" and then
back to "on". Verify that the ride control warning indicator is no longer illuminated.
1991 Eldorado and Seville with Computer Command Ride (CCR)
Refer to the Service Manual page, 8D-12. Set the BCM override value "BS09" to "0" by using the warmer and cooler buttons. Store this value by
pressing the "Econ" button on the Climate Control Panel and the "Instant Econ" button on the Fuel Data/Drivers Information Center for about five
seconds. The new value will be stored even though the indicator does not flash. Remove the key from the ignition. Disconnect both battery cables from
the battery. When both cables have been disconnected, touch the ends of the cables together and hold for five seconds. This will discharge the capacitors
in the system and allow the system to perform properly when the battery cables are reconnected. Advise the customer they will have to reset all radio
