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September 16, 2014 Service bulletin

Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient, and Soot Accumulation issues): This...

Volkswagen technical service bulletin V011421 2034898 for 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, 2013-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf and others.

Bulletin number
V011421 2034898
Component
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)
Summary
Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient, and Soot Accumulation issues): This document informs of high soot loads prior to regeneration which can cause possible restrictions in the EGR filter. The production solution to this issue was new software being implemented in current production. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.

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