Engine RPM Flare (Reprogram PCM) (04-06-04-069)

Publication date: 2004-10-28
Reference number: 04-06-04-069

Engine RPM Flare (Reprogram PCM)

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 04-06-04-069, Date of Issue: September 28, 2004

Affected Model(s):

2005 Pontiac G6; with 3.5L Engine (VIN 8 - RPO LX9); Built prior to VIN Breakpoint 54116728; and included in the VIN list distributed by way of a Dealer Communication Message

NOTE: ATTENTION: This correction should be performed on all vehicles currently in your inventory that are included in the Administrative Message (U.S.) or Dealer Communication (Canada) VIN list prior to sale or delivery. In Canada, the Dealer Communication and VIN list is distributed to affected dealers only.

Condition

Some of the subject vehicles may exhibit a slight engine idle RPM flare if all of the following conditions are met:

cold start
transmission shifted quickly
accelerator depressed quickly
accelerator released quickly

Correction

Reprogram the PCM using a Tech 2 scan tool with the calibration update from Techline Information System (TIS) 2000 data version 9.75 or later, broadcast to dealers on September 26, 2004; and on TIS CD-ROM version 10 for 2004, scheduled for mailing to dealers by October 18, 2004.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Warranty Information

Labor Operation	Description	Labor Time
J6354	Module, Engine Control - Reprogram	0.4 hr

NOTE:

U.S. Dealers: This correction should be performed on all vehicles currently in your inventory that are included in the Administrative Message VIN list prior to sale or delivery.
Canadian Dealers: This correction should be performed on all vehicles currently in your inventory prior to sale or delivery. A VIN list will be distributed to all affected dealers in Canada.