G8 V6-3.6L (2008)
Air Bag Control Module: Recalls
Campaign - SDM Update for False Seat Belt Reminder
SERVICE UPDATE
Bulletin No.: 08090
Date: March 10, 2008
Subject:
08090 - Service Update for Inventory and Customer Vehicles - Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Chime/Light False Activation - Expires with Base
Warranty
Models:
2008 Pontiac G8
THIS SERVICE UPDATE INCLUDES VEHICLES IN DEALER INVENTORY AND CUSTOMER VEHICLES THAT RETURN TO THE
DEALERSHIP FOR ANY REASON. IT WILL EXPIRE AT THE END OF THE INVOLVED VEHICLE'S NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
PERIOD.
Purpose
This bulletin provides a service procedure to reprogram the SDM on certain 2008 model year Pontiac G8 vehicles. On some of these vehicles, the
passenger safety belt reminder chime and light may activate when the passenger seat is unoccupied and the interior temperature of the vehicle is below
32°F (0°C) or above 104°F (40°C).
This service procedure should be completed as soon as possible on involved vehicles currently in dealer inventory and customer vehicles that return to
the dealer for any type of service during the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage period.
Vehicles Involved
A list of involved vehicles currently in dealer inventory is available on the "Service Update Bulletin Information" link under the "Service" tab in
DealerWorld (US) or attached to the Dealer Communication (Canada) used to release this bulletin. Customer vehicles that return for service for any
reason and are still covered under the vehicles base warranty and are within the VIN breakpoints shown should be checked for vehicle eligibility in the
appropriate system listed below.
Important:
Dealers are to confirm vehicle eligibility prior to beginning repairs by using the GM Vehicle Inquiry System (GMVIS). Not all vehicles within the
above breakpoints may be involved.
Parts Information
No parts are required for this update.
Service Procedure
Calibration Information
Do not attempt to order the calibration number from GMSPO. The calibration numbers required for this service procedure are programmed into control
modules via Techline Tech 2(R) scan tool and TIS2WEB with the calibration update. The Tech 2(R) diagnostic tool must be updated with version
28.002. Use TIS2WEB on or after 03/07/08 to obtain the calibration. If you cannot access the calibration call the Techline Customer Support Center and
it will be provided.
Service Programming System (SPS)
For step-by-step programming instructions please refer to SI and the Techline Information System (TIS) terminal.
Review the information below to ensure proper programming protocol.
Important:
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DO NOT program a control module unless you are directed by a service procedure or you are directed by a General Motors Corporation service
bulletin. Programming a control module at any other time will not permanently correct a customer's concern.
