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June 13, 2013 Service bulletin

Technical Bulletin (Generator Replacement): This document informs of Charging System...

Volkswagen technical service bulletin V271301 2033978 for 2012-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat and 2012-2014 Volkswagen Beetle and others.

Bulletin number
V271301 2033978
Component
Electrical system
Summary
Technical Bulletin (Generator Replacement): This document informs of Charging System inoperative/malfunctions, noise from engine compartment, accessory drive belt damaged or missing. From this condition one or more of the following symptoms are possible Discharged Battery No Start Battery Indicator illuminated in Instrument Cluster "Low Voltage" DTCs in various control modules Engine noise Accessory Drive Belt damaged or missing If a generator is replaced, there must be a confirmed failed GFF Test Plan available, or in the event of a mechanical failure of the component, complete and detailed documentation of the reason for the replacement, which must be submitted into the warranty claim comments.

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