1996 Volkswagen Passat technical service bulletins

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

• Apr 21, 2020 Service bulletinUpdated to include additional models and model year applicability.
• Mar 27, 2019 Service bulletinThe part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
• Feb 18, 2019 Service bulletinCondensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses
• Jun 28, 2017 Service bulletinThis special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
• Jun 22, 2017 Service bulletinVas 6154
• Feb 1, 2017 Service bulletinThis communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound...
• Oct 31, 2016 Service bulletinUpdate model year applicability to include 2017.
• Sep 23, 2016 Service bulletinData Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models
• Jan 22, 2016 Service bulletinAirbag Issues.
• Jun 29, 2015 Service bulletinThis document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
• Jun 22, 2015 Service bulletinThis document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
• May 8, 2015 Service bulletinTech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative,...
• Mar 27, 2015 Service bulletinTechnical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light...
• Sep 12, 2014 Service bulletinFor long crank/ difficulty starting with the engine hot: Before replacing any components for this...
• Aug 1, 2014 Service bulletinAssembly Instructions: Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat.
• Jun 4, 2014 Service bulletinTechnical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation):
• Jun 4, 2014 Service bulletinExterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• Apr 10, 2014 Service bulletinTechnical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of...
• Apr 10, 2014 Service bulletinSqueaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
• Mar 6, 2014 Service bulletinTechnical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights,...
• Jan 27, 2014 Service bulletinFuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• Jan 24, 2014 Service bulletinTech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative,...
• Jan 24, 2014 Service bulletinTo detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after...
• Jul 17, 2013 Service bulletinPassat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
• Aug 28, 2008 Service bulletinVolkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines
• Oct 17, 2003 Service bulletinIgnition switch limited warranty extension 1996-1997 vehicles
• Oct 17, 2003 Service bulletinIgnition switch special warranty extension question and answer sheet to volkswagen owners
• Sep 26, 2003 Service bulletinZf vh recall of the zf steering pump, supplied to wd's for replacement of the audi A4 passat p/n 8D0 145...
• Jun 12, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting
• Jun 25, 1999 Service bulletinConditions with visible smoke from exhaust system when accelerating
• Aug 7, 1998 Service bulletinSubject on automatic transmission fluid ( atf ), checking 01 transmission
• Jun 22, 1998 Service bulletinSubject on maintenance intervals
• Jun 4, 1997 Service bulletinToothed belt runs towards outside, wears out/ jumps off, and cracks
• Apr 11, 1997 Service bulletinTransmission pops out of gear/shifter feels like it has a double detent when shifting into gear, and will...
• Apr 10, 1997 Service bulletinDifficulties with shift lever and transmission is hard to shift into reverse gear