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January 24, 2014 Service bulletin

Be aware that the oil temperature gauge (if equipped) will not begin reading until oil temperature reaches...

Volkswagen technical service bulletin TT901401 for 2013-2014 Volkswagen Beetle.

Bulletin number
TT901401
Component
Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubrication: oil cooler
Summary
Be aware that the oil temperature gauge (if equipped) will not begin reading until oil temperature reaches approximately 120°F. Additionally, the gauge may appear to fluctuate or drop to 120° during engine warm up in the first 30 minutes of driving. The Oil Temperature display in the MFI may also sporadically show ?---°F? during this warm up period. No repairs are recommended if operation is as described above.

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