2005 Volkswagen GTI technical service bulletins
177 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Update model year applicability to include 2023.
- Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger
- This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
- Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
- Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do...
- Battery testing
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
- Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- Mandatory fastener.
- Antilock brake function test direction.
- Recall Reminder Part Labels
- Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.
- Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.
- Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).
- Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
- Tool number added to table
- Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
- Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication
- Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant
- Update model applicability to MY 2020.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
- Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
- Update to mode; and model year applicability.
- Include additional photo's of water ingress
- TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
- Quick Reference Update Guide.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references
- Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models
- Engine oil quality standards
- Remote Key Battery Replacement
- Update vehicle metadata.
- Campaign Reminder Communication
- Adhesive circular
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
- Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
- Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
- Battery Testing and Charging instruction
- Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses
- Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.
- This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano...
- Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
- Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- Vas 6154
- Quick Reference of vehicle concerns
- This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound...
- Update model year applicability to include 2017.
- Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that...
- Update to model year applicability.
- Update model year applicability.
- Update to include additional model year applicability.
- Update model and model year applicability.
- Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models
- Contacting the parts helpline
- Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level
- Tech tip denoting potential for damage of the data link connector when using after market plug in devices...
- Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle...
- Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
- Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
- Quick reference update guide.
- Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
- Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
- Gasoline quality.
- Airbag Issues.
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
- Tech Tips: Generator Charging Concern Diagnosis Tip
- Discusses the issues associated with using contaiminated gasoline
- VW Elsa Newsletter
- Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
- Tech Tips (Active Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnosis):
- Use the following procedure to diagnose active wheel speed sensor complaints
- When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically...
- Tech Tips (Electro ? Steering
- Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
- Tech Tips (Active Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnosis):
- Use the following procedure to diagnose active wheel speed sensor complaints
- Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
- The DLC is intended for use with diagnostic scan tools and by emissions testing stations
- Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00
- Quick Reference Update Guide:
- Tech Tips (TDI Engine
- Quick Reference Update Guide
- Tech Tips (Electro
- If a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has...
- Oil Consumption Measurement
- Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage
- The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up...
- HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
- Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
- Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014
- Gasoline Quality
- Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is OFF
- Software Version Management
- Golf/GTI Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after...
- Part ordering
- If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down?...
- When diagnosing fault code P2279-Leaking Air in Intake System, be sure to check the cam timing first.
- Golf Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time...
- Tech Tips (Equipped with Turbocharged Engine Turbocharger Replacement Tip): If mechanical damage is found...
- When diagnosing a generator charging concern, it is recommended to verify operation of the one way clutch...
- Volkswagen: steering rack
- To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at...
- Volkswagen: it is a normal occurrence for the electric coolant fans to continue to run after the ignition...
- All Vehicles with Bluetooth Phone Kit Installed ? Streaming Audio from Phone to Radio
- If key blade is found to stick or bind when opening or closing, check position of roll pin that secures...
- Volkswagen:evaporative (EVAP) emission system, diagnostic trouble code diagnosis
- Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates:
- Volkswagen: gasoline engines have rough idle, have significant loss of power or stalling with reduced...
- Volkswagen: the gear box has a momentarily delay while accelerating
- Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). update to...
- Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle
- Volkswagen: headlights may intermittently dim slightly at idle
- Volkswagen: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected...
- Volkswagen: (revised) vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions
- The streaming music feature on vehicles equipped with factory or dealer installed Bluetooth will be...
- Volkswagen: vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions
- Volkswagen: high intensity gas discharge lamp (HID) range control motor replacement for fault 01534 or 01535
- Certain vehicles equipped with comfort seats: install driver's side seat heater repair kit
- Volkswagen: certain vehicles equipped with comfort seats; install new passenger side seat heater switch....
- Volkswagen service campaign: revised expiration dates for seat heater customer satisfaction campaigns
- If, after replacement of the steering rack, fault code 01309 008 is set in the ABS/ESP module only, follow...
- Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines
- Customer satisfaction campaign circular - seat heater element CAN malfunction when the ignition switch is...
- Customer satisfaction campaign circular
- Seat heater is inoperative
- Dtc's P1297 (17705) or P1557 (17965) stored in DTC memory
- Door windows, may seperate from window regulator clamps
- Comfort seats may have a seat heater element that CAN malfunction when the ignition switch is on
- Comfort seats may have a seat heater element that CAN malfunction when the ignition switch is on
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