Statement On Tire Sealant Included In Gm Inflator Kits (Supplied With New Vehicles Or As Gm Accessory) (09-03-10-013B)

Publication date: 2014-05-30
Reference number: 09-03-10-013B
Supersedes refnos: 09-03-10-013, 09-03-10-013A

STATEMENT ON TIRE SEALANT INCLUDED IN GM INFLATOR KITS (SUPPLIED WITH NEW VEHICLES OR AS GM ACCESSORY)

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 09-03-10-013B, Date of Issue: May 30, 2014

Affected Model(s):	2015 and Prior GM Passenger Cars and Light Duty Trucks Equipped with Tire Inflator Kits
Attention:	IPC Dealers are not authorized to utilize this bulletin.
Supercedes:	This bulletin has been revised to add the 2014-2015 model years and update the Important statement. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-03-10-013A.

Superceded Bulletin(s): 09-03-10-013A, Date of Issue: September 14, 2012

GM WARRANTY STATEMENT ON TIRE SEALANT

General Motors covers OE tires as part of the General Motors New Vehicle Warranty. The temporary use of tire sealant (as supplied with a GM inflator kit) may not be endorsed by certain tire manufacturers. General Motors has independently validated the temporary use of such sealant when used in accordance with the instructions provided in the vehicle's Owner Manual.

When the instructions found in the Owner Manual have been followed correctly, GM will continue to cover the tire under the terms of the New Vehicle Warranty, whether or not the practice conflicts with the policies of the individual tire manufacturer. Due to this policy, it is advantageous for a customer to return their vehicle to a General Motors dealership for tire warranty issues if GM Tire Sealant has been used.

IMPORTANT:

Road hazard is not covered. This includes punctures, cuts, impact breaks, etc.

GM Inflator Kits/Tire Pressure Monitor Sensors

ONLY use the tire sealant included with GM Inflator Kits for temporary repair of tire air leaks. General Motors has tested this sealant and its compatibility with on-wheel mounted tire pressure monitor sensors. After inflator kit use, the on-wheel mounted tire pressure sensor should be inspected for any damage and replaced/cleaned as needed.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional information on the General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty can be found by referring to GM New Car Warranty Booklet as well as the following service bulletins:

Refer to the latest version of Corporate Bulletin Number 00-03-10-003- Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
Refer to the latest version of Corporate Bulletin Number 01-03-10-003- GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program