Bulletin No.: 11-08-49-001H
Date: Jul-2013

Subject:

Transport Mode On Message Displayed in Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or Battery Light is Flashing
(Follow Procedure as Outlined Below)

Models:

2011-2014 Buick Regal
2012-2014 Buick Verano
2013-2014 Buick Encore
2014 Buick LaCrosse
2010-2014 Cadillac SRX
2013-2014 Cadillac ATS, XTS
2014 Cadillac ELR
2010-2014 Chevrolet Camaro
2011-2014 Chevrolet Cruze, Volt
2012-2014 Chevrolet Orlando (Canada), Sonic
2013-2014 Chevrolet Spark, Trax
2014 Chevrolet Corvette, Impala, Malibu, Silverado 1500, Spark EV
2014 GMC Sierra 1500

This bulletin has been revised to add the 2014 Spark EV and update the 2011-2014 Vehicle Procedure. Please discard
Corporate Bulletin Number 11-08-49-001G.

Condition
Some customers may comment that there is a "Transport Mode On" message displayed in the DIC and/or the red battery light is flashing. The transport mode is
intended for use on vehicles being shipped outside of the United States and Canada.
For the 2014 model year, some products will be shipped from the assembly plant with the Transportation Mode On. The feature reduces the electrical load on
the battery when the vehicle is parked, which extends the battery stand time.
To alert the operator that the mode is on, the red battery telltale will be flashing and if equipped with a DIC, it will display a Transport Mode On message. When
the Transport mode is on, the Remote Keyless Entry (key fobs) is disabled, as well content theft deterrent and exit lighting timers are reduced.
When the vehicle is running, the only difference in operation will be the DIC Message and Battery Telltale on. The Remote Keyless Entry function is restored with
the ignition in run.
The intent of the feature is to prolong battery stand time. The mode may be left on while the vehicle is in dealer inventory. Also a customer may want to use the
mode if the vehicle is going to be stored. The method to turn the mode off is the same to turn the mode on. Refer to the section below for the method to turn the
mode off and on.

Correction
2011-2014 Vehicle Procedure
To turn the Transport Mode On/Off, it will be necessary to start the engine, activate the hazard flashers, press the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or
clutch pedal (manual transmission) then press and hold the Start/Stop button or turn the ignition key to the crank position for 15 seconds. The same steps are
used to turn on the feature.

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2010 Chevrolet Camaro Procedure
To turn the Transport Mode On/Off, it will be necessary to activate the hazard flashers, turn the ignition key to the crank position, and then hold it in the crank
position for 15 seconds. The Transport Mode Off message will be displayed and the Battery light will turn off.

2010 Cadillac SRX Procedure
To turn the Transport Mode On/Off, it will be necessary to push and hold the Start/Stop button while the brake is applied for 15 seconds or until the Transport
Mode Off message is displayed. For SRX, if Transport Mode is active, this causes the RKE system to only work when the ignition is On or the BCM is awake
(approximately 20 minutes after ignition off).
Note: On vehicles that are shipped from the assembly plant with the transportation mode on, turning the feature off is included in the normal PDI
process time. No additional warranty claims should be submitted to disable or enable this feature.
GM bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, NOT a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform these technicians of conditions that may
occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools,
safety instructions, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, DO NOT assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that
your vehicle will have that condition. See your GM dealer for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.

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