Service Bulletin PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
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File in Section: - Bulletin No.: PI1084 Service Bulletin Date: November, 2013 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION Subject: Chevrolet SS New Model Features and Service Guide Models: 2014 Chevrolet SS Sedan Equipped with 6.2L V-8 Engine — RPO LS3 Equipped with Hydra-Matic" 6L80 6-Speed Automatic Transmission — RPO MYC with TapShift® and Rear Wheel Drive Bulletin Purpose 3634903 This is a special bulletin to introduce the 2014 Chevrolet SS, Chevrolet’s first V-8 rear-wheel-drive performance sedan since 1996. The new Chevrolet SS is designed to deliver performance on the street and on the track. The purpose of this bulletin is to help the Service and Sales Department Personnel become familiar with the new vehicle's features and describe the action the Service Department Personnel will need to take to ensure that they are able to fully service this vehicle. Vehicle Overview The SS has staggered front and rear wheels, which are pushed out to the corners, enhancing the sporting, muscular stance of the vehicle. Up front, the hood features a subtle “power bulge” hinting at the capability of the engine underneath. At the rear, the tapered, tear-drop shape improves aerodynamic performance. Premium features include jewel-like chrome accents, standard high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps and light-emitting diode (LED) daytime running lights. Along the vehicle’s sides, a character line extends from the hood to the trunk lid, helping create a classic wedge shape by further accentuating the planted appearance and muscular sheet metal. The vehicle tapers at the rear, with the C-pillar flowing into the rear compartment lid, improving aerodynamic performance. Bright dual-exhaust tips put an exclamation mark on the rear design, while delivering the throaty note performance enthusiasts expect from their vehicle. The SS is offered in five exterior colors: Silver Ice Metallic, Red Hot 2, Phantom Black, Heron White and Mystic Green Metallic. The SS interior is offered exclusively in black with standard leather seating surfaces and eight-way power with power lumbar adjustable front bucket seats, with additional side bolstering that hug the driver and front passenger in tight-handling situations. The SS emblem is prominently stitched onto the soft-touch instrument panel which features two types of chrome finishes – a satin gloss and bright chrome. At night, the interior is illuminated by ice-blue ambient lighting. Chevrolet’s next-generation MyLink infotainment system is standard on the SS and is accessed via an 8-inch diagonal color touch screen. The SS benefits from the proven, race-tested, global rear-wheel drive architecture that is the foundation for the Camaro, Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle and Holden’s VF Commodore. It is powered by the 6.2L V-8, delivering an SAE certified 415 horsepower (310 kW) and 415 lb.-ft. of torque (563 Nm), and is matched with a six-speed automatic transmission that can be shifted manually using the TapShift® controls mounted on the steering wheel. Handling is optimized with a nearly 50/50 weight distribution and a low center of gravity – attributes made possible by using an aluminum hood and rear compartment lid, that are 30 percent lighter than traditional steel panels. With an aggressive 3.27 final-drive ratio, the Chevrolet SS accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in about 5 seconds, making it one of the quickest sedans on the market. To ensure it turns and stops as well as it accelerates, the SS features a sport-tuned chassis, electric power steering (EPS), an antilock brake system (ABS) with standard Brembo front brakes and staggered size ultra-high performance summer-only Bridgestone tires and polished forged aluminum alloy wheels. Roadside Assistance As the owner of a new Chevrolet, the vehicle is automatically enrolled in the Chevrolet Roadside Assistance program for 5 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) at no expense to the owner. For assistance call 1-800-243-8872; (Text Telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Available Product Training The majority of the systems found on the SS are taught in GM’s core curriculum from a conceptual theory and operation perspective. To access all of the available training courses visit the following website: In the United States Go to > www.centerlearning.com Training Course Name and System RPO - Course Number and Description Course Name - System RPO Course Number and Description Base Curriculum #16041.09W Battery, Charging and Starting Systems #16044.21 Engine Performance #16048.25W-R3 Multiple Diagnostic Interface (MDI) Familiarization #16048.30H-R2 Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS 2) Overview - Hands On #16048.30W-R2 Global Diagnostic System 2 (GDS 2) Overview #16050.12D Camshaft Position Actuator System and Active Fuel Management (VCT) #18043.01W-R4 Electrical / Electronics Stage 1 #18043.02W-R4 Electrical / Electronics Stage 2 #18043.03W-R3 Electrical / Electronics Stage 3 #18044.20 GM Global Electrical System #13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems #15045.18 GM Braking Systems #16048.28D GDS 2 Diagnostics (Video) #16440.16D Engines New and Updates #16044.21 GM Powertrain Performance #16043.52 Engine Mechanical Diagnostics and Measurements Engine #16050.11 Camshaft Position Actuator System and Active Fuel 6.2L V-8 RPO LS3 Management #17041.56 Automatic Transmission Operation, Diagnosis and Service #17041.65H 6-Speed Automatic Transmission Service Transmission #17041.13 Transmissions New and Updates: 6T70/6T75, Transmission 6L80 6-Speed Automatic, RWD — RPO MYC 6L50/6L80/6L90, 4L60/4L65/4L70 Brakes #15045.18W1 & W4 GM Braking Systems 1 thru 4 Training Course Name and System RPO - Course Number and Description (cont'd) Course Name - System RPO Course Number and Description #15045.14T1 GM Electric Parking Brakes Brake System-Power, Front & Rear Disc, ABS — RPO JL9 #18044.25 Body Electrical Accessory Systems Airbags 8 Airbags — RPO AYG #22048.42 GM Safety Systems Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning HVAC System-Air Conditioner Front, Automatic Temperature Control, Auxiliary Temperature Control — RPO CJ2 #11044.05 HVAC Systems and Operation #13041.13T1 Rack-Mount Electric Steering Power Steering #13041.15 GM Steering Systems and Diagnosis OnStar® OnStar® #19040.37 OnStar® Systems and Technology OnStar® Generation 9 TechAssist Course #19040.38T1 OnStar® Systems and Technology Radio #19047.20W2 R2 Entertainment Systems 2 (Including MOST) AM/FM Stereo, Single CD, MP3 (AUX Input), USB, Navigation Network - RPO UHQ #19047.20W3 Entertainment Systems 3 #19047.22D Infotainment Operation, Diagnosis and Service (VCT) Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) #13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems Tire Pressure Indicator - Manual Learn - RPO UJM #13044.12T2 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Diagnosis Bluetooth Technology - Programming Bluetooth for Phone, Personal Cellphone Connectivity to Vehicle Audio System Bluetooth Technology, Functions and Features Diagnosing and Methods of Radio Programming (USB Programming, Scan #19047.20W2 R2 Entertainment Systems 2 (Including MOST) Tool Programming) Network Suspension #13044.20 GM Chassis Control Systems Sport Suspension System - RPO FE3 #13044.17T1 High Performance Strut Suspension Driver Information Display Instrument– Driver Info Enhanced (Multi Color Graphic) - RPO UDD Head Up Display - RPO UV6 #19047.20W-R2 Entertainment Systems 2 Enhanced Safety Systems And Object Detection Camera - Rear View - RPO UVC Sensor Indicator-Forward Collision Alert - RPO UEU Sensor Indicator-Side Obstacle Detection (Side Blind Zone Alert) - RPO UFT Sensor Indicator-Lane Departure Warning - RPO UFL #22048.42 GM Safety Systems (Includes All Course Cross Traffic Alert - RPO UFG Components W1 + W2 + W3 + H) Park Assist – Front, Rear, Lateral - Front (Semiautomatic #10314.54W Chevrolet SS Steering Advanced Parking Aid) - RPO UFQ #10213.10 2013 SKH Seminar October Emerging Issues dexos1" Engine Oil — Viscosity Recommendation 3511747 3512027 Only those oils displaying the dexos1" trademark and a registered trademark logo on the front label of the container meet the demanding performance requirements and stringent quality standards set forth in the dexos1" specification. Look on the front label for either of the registered trademark logos shown above and the 11 digit alphanumeric dexos® license number on the back label to identify an authorized, licensed dexos1" engine oil. Unless an oil package displays these two markings, the engine oil is not an authentic, licensed dexos® product and is not recommended for use in GM vehicles. The dexos1" specification was uniquely designed to complement the exacting requirements of GM's advanced engine technology. The specification has gone through an extensive developmental and testing process. It requires a number of proprietary tests that are not included in current industry standards and sets performance criteria at a level that exceeds many current standards. The result is a high performance fluid providing significant wear protection, improved piston cleanliness, a reduction in volatility and oil consumption, enhanced aeration control for improved fuel efficiency, and better oxidation properties. Notice: Failure to use the recommended engine oil and correct viscosity or its equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Check with your dealer or service provider on whether the oil is approved to the dexos 1" specification. Viscosity Recommendation Notice: DO NOT use other viscosity grade oils such as SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50. ACDelco Dexos 1" SAE 5W-30 is the best viscosity grade for the 6.2L engine. Cold Temperature Operation: In an area of extreme cold, where the temperature is colder than −29°C (−20°F), an SAE 0W-30 oil may be used. An oil of this viscosity grade will provide easier cold starting for the engine at extremely cold temperatures. Refer to this General Motors website for dexos 1" information about the different licensed brands that are currently available: http://www.gmdexos.com Engine / Transmission 3458386 The small-block V-8 6.2L — RPO LS3 is the power behind the SS’s driving experience. It is SAE certified at 415 horsepower (310 kW) and 415 lb.-ft.