2012 Volkswagen Passat technical service bulletins
1,579 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Prevent Sporatic Misfire Faults.
- Reprogramming Control Module process
- Engine missfire diagnostic aid
- Identifying and Mixing Volkswagen Engine Coolants
- Adhesive to bond sensor to Radiator.
- Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting
- Suggested fuel additive
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- Permission to change Daily Order upgraded to RED Order
- Differences between a leak and seepage
- Clean and install an additional plastic "ring" to prevent ingress of dirt,hair
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- Oil Consumption Measurement and Electronic Oil Consumption Measurement
- Lubricating engine components before reassembly.
- Instruction, how to lubicate engine before initial start.
- Inquiries
- Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- Damage Inspection of Park assist sensors
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- Paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment may not match the exterior paint color
- The federal safety agency has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators...
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.
- Replace Door Lock and Cap.
- Engine misfire diagnostic aid.
- G12Evo can now be mixed with previous coolants.
- Cautions about using aftermarket transmission flush machines and aftermarket transmission fluids.
- How to measure engine oil consumption.
- Diagnosing Manual Transmission Noise
- Fuel Additive to prevent sporatic misfire
- A list of suggested fuel stations
- GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement
- Fuel Additive
- How to identify and when to replace a leaking strut
- Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards (U.S. Only)
- How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
- Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
- Front suspension noisy, spring rubs on strut perch.
- Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication for...
- Diesel Models only
- Engine Oil Standards
- Lack of paint under roof
- Additional reporting
- Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
- Service Action Closure Notice
- How to perform the engine oil consumption measurement
- Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid
- How to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool
- Checking Engine Oil and correctly reading dip stick
- A list of engine oil that meet Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards
- Fluid requirements
- Wind & Water Leak Checking
- Fuel additive to help with misfire faults
- Recommended Gasoline Quality
- Manual transmission noise diagnosing
- Battery testing
- Engine Replacement Tip
- Engine Assembly Tip
- Engine oil quality standards
- VW Engine oil quality standards
- Grinding noises can be heard from the area of the steering wheel/driver airbag or steering column when...
- Multiples campaign closures: 37L3, 37L7, 96D6, 51G4, 60D8, 06A2, 19O6, 40M3 and 97AM.
- Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
- Rear of teering wheel trim modification for noise when maneuvering.
- Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure
- Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Installation of accessory alarm added instead of referring out to another website.
- Helpline & Parts Dept
- Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- This communication is a notice for software changes with the ODIS program for specific cars.
- Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
- Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
- Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.
- Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.
- Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.
- Gasoline fuel additive
- Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.
- Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.
- Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
- This Document was revised
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Generator Replacement
- In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder...
- In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices...
- Strut or Shock leak assessment.
- In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments (excludes Routan & ID.4).
- This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01
- VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment
- Radio knob replacement instead of radio replacement w/ knob part number.
- Diagnostic assistance for DTC P2201
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going...
- Update model year applicability to include 2023.
- Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger
- ACC Calibration Process
- A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil ) excluding Routan & ID.4attachments
- In conjunction with the New York DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Evaluate TDI vehicle for repurchase prior to repairs
- DTC's P053F,P0087, P0088, P1025 may set due to the high pressure fuel pump being out of time (sync).
- In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag...
- Update warranty table labor operation numbers due to recent Saga updates.
- Update to required vehicle wash shampoo.
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments
- Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance
- Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates
- In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue
- In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software
- Engine oil consumption measurement.
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments
- In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue
- Gasoline quality check
- Software Version Management (SVM) instruction
- Gasoline quality.
- VW engine oil specifications
- Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.
- Auto Trans fluid requirements.
- Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen
- Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS
- Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen
- VW engine oil specifications
- Engine oil pressure priming.
- Diagnostic aid for DTC P0088 & P1025.
- Cleaning of Heating and Ventilation system, Updated to include additional model year applicability and...
- Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.
- Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.
- In conjunction with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Volkswagen sent Takata airbag...
- Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
- This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-03
- Engine and/or transmission control module software designed and certified for similar models/model years...
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag recall...
- Engine oil consumption measurement
- Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.
- Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.
- Instructional document regarding the installation of a hotfix for the ODIS service software
- In conjunction with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag...
- In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Volkswagen is sending Takata airbag...
- This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
- Battery testing using VW special tools, updated to include additional model year applicability and include...
- Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in...
- Update to model year applicability.
- Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
- KESSY equipped Key Adaptation, updated to add model year applicability.
- Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.
- In conjunction with the Idaho DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- A/C Compressor replacement requirements, updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
- Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
- VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.
- In conjunction with the New York DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Software Version Management (SVM)
- Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.
- Removing musty odor from A/C system
- In conjunction with the Texas DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both...
- 2009-2015
- Parts ordering information
- TurboCharger Inop, update to warranty table labor time units.
- Key battery diagnosis, updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.
- No Start, No DTCs, possible wiring concern at transmission range switch.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
- Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.
- Update to brochure purchase url
- Software Version Management (SVM) instruction updated to include model year 2021
- This Document was revised to include 2021 Model Year
- Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.
- Data link diagnostics and tips
- A/C requirements, update to title.
- Updated to include an additional model year applicability.
- Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do...
- Battery testing
- Updated key ordering protocol
- Takata Recall Reminder / 69Q9 Vehicles with Criteria SP-Towing & Loaner Vehicle
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed and order the superseded part...
- Update to include additional components in parts table.
- Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
- Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- Update to model and model year applicability and remove WISE claiming information.
- Mandatory fastener.
- Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.
- Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- Antilock brake function test direction.
- Administrative republish, erWIN missed upload and TB would not display.
- Update to vendor code.
- Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed
- In conjunction with the Michigan Department of State, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall...
- 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.
- In conjunction with the County of Fort Bend, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder...
- In conjunction with the Tennessee DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the City of Miramar, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Nox sensor diagnosis.
- Takata Reminder Mailing
- Update brochure part number and recording URL. Update model and model year applicability.
- Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).
- Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
- Takata Recall Reminder / 69Q9 Vehicles with Criteria SP
- Tool number added to table
- Takata Recall Update / Future Recalls for Vehicles with Takata SDI-D Airbag Inflators
- New a/c machine version added to table
- New machine version added to table.
- Cam screen damage.
- Voltage Drop Testing
- Effective immediately, TK Services Inc. will resume scheduling part pick-up from dealerships and service...
- Voltage Drop Testing.
- Generator replacement, updated to include model years 2020 & 2021
- Oil leaking at cam seal.
- Tire Chain Information (for California dealers only) All Model Years
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
- In conjunction with the Nebraska DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Additional Guided Functions programming assistance
- Engine and/or transmission control software designed and certified for a similar model/model year may have...
- Operational Update
- Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
- Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication
- Takata Incentive Program
- ERP fault information.
- In conjunction with the Ohio DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Remote start diagnostic information
- In conjunction with the Georgia DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall...
- In conjunction with the California Bureau of Automotive Repair, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall...
- Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant
- Update model applicability to MY 2020.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
- Diganostic direction to locate exhaust leak
- Added: Torque Spec table
- Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
- Update to mode; and model year applicability.
- In conjunction with the Houston Dept
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
- XPO Phone Outage
- In conjunction with the Florida Dept
- In conjunction with the Minnesota DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- The part number listed in the document are to be returned if they meet the criteria provided.
- Include additional photo's of water ingress
- TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
- Quick Reference Update Guide.
- This document informs dealers of an "Extended Emissions Warranty" Limited Warranty Extension for certain...
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- In conjunction with the North Carolina DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder...
- This document outlines updates to the software used to perform vehicle diagnostics
- REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references
- In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the City of Compton, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices...
- Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices daily over a span of five business days...
- Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models
- Vehicle Fuse location assistance.
- Document detailing changes and fixes to ODIS Service Diagnostic software.
- Infotainment worksheet.
- Engine oil quality standards
- In conjunction with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Volkswagen will be sending Takata...
- This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWP-15-06 to exclude the fuel sample requirements.
- In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder...
- Updated to include an additional warranty claiming statement.
- In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, Volkswagen sent Takata airbag recall reminder...
- Remote Key Battery Replacement.
- Remote Key Battery Replacement
- Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
- Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.
- Update vehicle metadata.
- This Document was revised on page 2. The verbiage was changed from the cusomter's perspective to the...
- Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.
- High Pressure Fuel Pump diagnosis.
- Email 2.0L Gen 2 AEM Correction
- Remote start diagnostic reference
- Email Important TDI Announcement Duplicate Photos in IN-FORM
- Addressing Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Concerns, update authing system metadata.
- This document outlines fixes within the ODIS vehicle diagnostic software for various test plans.
- In conjunction with the New York Department of Motor Vehicles, Volkswagen will be sending Takata airbag...
- Updated to include additional labor operations due to labor time updates in Elsa.
- Campaign Reminder Communication
- Takata Reminder Mailing
- Adhesive circular
- Update to labor operation numbers per Saga updates
- UDS Basic settings directions
- SVM clarification based on kessy equipment
- Valve spring diagnosis.
- Adaptive front lighting descriptive
- Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
- The fault code in
- Update to model year applicability
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
- Front suspension noise repair.
- Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
- Instructions to address oil sensor warning.
- Battery Testing and Charging instruction
- Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses
- Condensation and/or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses
- Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
- AdBlue® mixture specification update when using refractometer
- Remote lock function
- 2.0L tdi
- Horn and ancillary steering wheel controls diagnosis.
- Balance shaft direction for debris issues.
- AEM-Correction Approved for Generation 2 Passat Vehicles
- 23Z3 pre-notification_customer
- E-mail_Pre-notification 2.0L Gen 2 AEM correction
- This Document informs dealers on VWP-18-11 for the Steering Wheel Clock Spring Limited Warranty Extension
- Alternate diagnostic process for overheating.
- Diagnostic protocol for engine noise with cam timing faults
- Vacuum line inspection for specific DTCS.
- Updated to include an additional model for blower motor diagnosis.
- DTC Status Bit Definitions.
- Engine replacement tip
- Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may
- Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Loss of 15 power defeat process.
- Temporary Pause of Generation 2 2.0 Liter Customer Modifications
- VW Diagnostic Content V2.36.5 Released
- Critical VW Diagnostic Content Update 2.36.5
- As a result, in order to ensure proper diagnostic procedure completions and log submissions as required by...
- Email_Important TDI Announcement
- New ODIS Service Application
- Critical VW Diagnostic Content Update 2.36.5_Delayed
- To include an additional model year applicability.
- Takata Final Remedy Rollout
- All part numbers listed are to be returned and only the superseded part numbers are to be installed going...
- Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
- Remote Ket battery diagnostics
- Takata Parts Allocation & Warranty Claims Submissions
- The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction...
- Key Battery Diagnostic Process
- Takata_Updated Part Return_VW Dealer USA 07_2018
- Updated existing tip to include latest model years for explanation of P130A
- This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano...
- Installation of original remote start feature accessory
- Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
- Tip demonstrating label information for clarity
- Volkswagen of America is requesting your cooperation in supplying us with technical information related to...
- Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year...
- Update information regarding Top Tier brochure part number andVW literature ordering address
- Updated to address additional model years
- Update procedure to reset oxygen sensor adaptations, as a result of erratic test plan function.
- This communication informs the dealers of details on the Takata parts allocation/ordering.
- Updated production solution and additional repair instruction.
- Update model year applicability and existing tip for transmission basic settings direction.
- Update to model year applicability and existing tip for Dual clutch basic settings procedure.
- Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
- Iinclude additional model year applicability and tool information.
- Update to existing information to address phone concerns via bluetooth resulting from saved emoji information
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document
- The Environmental Protection Agency and California Air Resources Board have determined that Volkswagen...
- Vss 17-08 - tdi
- E-mail TDI ODIS AEM Update.
- Update to expand fuel testing for lean DTCS.
- Updated to include an additional diagnostic trouble code (P04F0)
- Takata Enrollment Form
- This communication gives more information on the REPAIR & OWNER MOBILITY UPDATE
- Alternative repair direction to address DTC P1386 on the 2.5l engine
- Sparkplugs: Replace (2.5L only): Added reference to footnote number 7. Changed footnote number 7 to state:...
- 17 17 01
- Informtion to translate O2 sensor values being displayed by the scan tool.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- Update incorrect model year applicability in model table.
- Update incorrect model year applicability in model table
- The snow flap in the inlet air box housing may remain partially to fully open
- Update to existing tip for addressing Kessy vehicles in the AEM flash
- Vas 6154
- Coding information for replacement ECM to address specific fault setting after the install.
- Dealer Communication
- Dealer Communication
- This document informs dealers of TDI FAQs, a TDI checklist, and TDI common errors.
- Adhesive application for installation on all areo parts solds as an accessory
- Notification of the 2.0l Gen 2, TDI remediation fix monitoring via the VTA system, in alignment with...
- Update to existing article that addressed additional diagnostics for lean running concerns.
- Tip to perform GFF feedback for test plan issues.
- Seach tips to assist in finding DTC information
- Campaign Parts Bulletin
- Campaign Parts Bulletin
- Campaign Tip
- Steps to address false misfire indication
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all steering wheel airbags part number 561-880-201-G -81U
- Update fuel sampling requirement.
- Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability
- Update existing technical bulletin to include model year 2017 applicability.
- This communication informs the dealers of details on the Takata parts allocation.
- Takata
- Quick Reference of vehicle concerns
- To add associated labor operation numbers to warranty table and include model year 2017 applicability.
- This document reminds dealers that Takata SDI Frontal Airbag Inflators replaced with the 69M9 Safety...
- Update Technical bulletin to include model year 2016 and 2017 models.
- This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound...
- Tdi in-form
- Update tech tip to include model year 2017 applicability.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all 561864235/236 and order the "A" index going forward.
- Updated to require additional print outs during warranty claiming.
- Diagnostic reference chart to assist the technician in diagnosis of remote starter concerns, updated to...
- Update service number and labor operation number.
- Include additional diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) applicability.
- Update model year applicability to include 2017.
- Passat TDI without Kessy quick tip V1.5
- Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that...
- To update warranty table service number and labor operation number.
- Update model year 2015 and 2016 Touareg and include VIN ranges.
- Update model year applicability.
- Updated to include model year 2017 applicability
- Update to include model year 2017 applicability.
- Equipment: other: owners/service/other manual
- Additional symptom gathering information and guidence to isolate customer concern before beginning repair.
- This bulletin informs dealers of a warranty extension on the AdBlue heater.
- Update to include additional model year applicability.
- Updated 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
- Updated to remove redundant touareg fuel seneor part number (sensor now comes with fuel line).
- Updated to remove redundant Touareg fuel seneor part number (sensor now comes with fuel line).
- Updated to include additional model year and required documentation instruction.
- Updated vendor code and parts table.
- Create and install a similar design fuel tank vent to inhibit probabity of restrictions especially during...
- To update causal part numbers in warranty table and update model year applicability.
- Direction to perform system reset after component replacment or disconnect of the HVAC system control head
- Update technical bulletin to include all 2017 models
- Instructions to manually set service internal maximum values after instrument cluster replacement, to...
- Directions to deactivate transport safeguard mode in replacement radios
- Engine, misfire diagnostic aid the MIL is flashing or illuminated."
- Update to model year applicability.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all clocks built prior to software level 006 and...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all clocks built prior to software level 009 and...
- This communication informs of the tdi emissions settlement agreement with regards to 2.0L tdi vehicles.
- Improved ECM software to avoid unnecessary catalyst replacement.
- To update turbocharger oil supply line to turbocharger past number.
- This dealer letter gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0L tdi vehicles.
- Explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- This parts circular is to inform dealers to request replacement packaging that is compliant.
- Reminder to follow the correct repair procedure of pilot bearing replacement, when removing and...
- Diagnostic reference chart to assist the technician in diagnosis of remote starter concerns.
- Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level
- Update technical bulletin to include all models for 2015, 2016, 2017 model year applicability.
- Mil-on, fault P309F or P309D, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel...
- The update to this tech tip was to include the 2016 model year applicability.
- Mil-on, fault P309F or P309D, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel...
- Quick tip ECM connector pin configuration for remote start V1.2
- Quick tip passat tdi with kessy remote start quick tip V1.2
- Quick tip passat tdi without kessy V1.3
- This communication informs dealers of the warranty claim coding for 30-DAY inventory maintenances on 2.0L...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers shown in the pdf due to part supersession
- Technical Bulletin about Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches New vehicles (prior to...
- On-car analysis list of customer complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
- Tech Tips for TDI-Recommended AdBlue Concentration
- Technical Bulletin concerning the Fresh Air Blower being Inoperative
- MIL on, DTC P204F
- Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle...
- Informing of a update of codes for the Inventory Vehicle Open Campaign/Action Report
- On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched...
- On-car analysis list.
- Elsa Newsletter
- Document discusses possible needs for Generator Replacement, Charging System inoperative/malfunctions,...
- Document informs how to check the fuel filler neck for blockage, and how to clean the part.
- Fuel tank hard to fill in temperatures below freezing.
- Generator replacement.
- Discusses possible causes of customer concern
- A guide on what to do after checking fuel rail ssytem pressure for issues, and the fuel rail pressure...
- Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
- MIL on, No start, Running rough with DTCs P0087,P0088 or P0191 stored in ECM Fault memory.
- Manual transmission noise diagnosing.
- On-car analysis list please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
- Quick reference update guide.
- Document discusses issues with The wheel liner touches the arch area of the fender and rubs off the paint...
- Corrosion on wheel arch.
- 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.
- Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to...
- Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
- On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched...
- Document discusses the customer concern of
- Technical Bulletin about a customer concern stating that customer observed one or more of the...
- This document was created In response to multiple dealership inquires about aftermarket universal (one...
- Document informs meaning of service numbers to discribe issuse with If the customer is experiencing clutch...
- Choosing service numbers-Transmission and Drivetrain.
- Automatic transmission fluid requirements.
- Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assesment.
- Front door locks hard to release.
- How to Reset Inspection Service and Interval Service software
- Airbag Issues.
- Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)
- VW Engine Oil Capacities.
- Reminder that ODIS Service V3.0.0 is now available for installation, and that it is mandatory on all...
- Glow Plug Pressure Sensor Faults Stored in ECM Fault Memory: When diagnosing MIL ON with glow plug...
- This document includes what incentives are included in the Volkswagen TDI Customer Goodwill Package.
- This document gives answers to frequently ask questions concerning the current owners and lessees of TDI...
- Door Arrester (Door Check Rod/Door Check Strap) Noisy or Defective One or more of the following conditions...
- Technical Bulletin (Door Arrester (Door Check Rod/Door Check Strap) Noisy or Defective): The document...
- Door Arrester (Door Check Rod/Door Check Strap) Noisy or Defective
- Technical Bulletin (Fuel Rail/System issues): When diagnosing the condition above on a common rail diesel...
- Technical Bulletin (Washer Level Sensor issues): The sensitivity of the washer solvent level sensor (G33)...
- Technical Bulletin (Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid):
- Volkswagen: TSB contains an owner's notification letter
- Correction to fault code
- Control Module Faulty
- On-car analysis list Customer Complaints:
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints:
- Customer Letter
- This document informs of Volkswagen AG and Audi AG received notice from the US Environmental Protection...
- Technical Bulletin (Fuel Rail/System Pressure, and Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor issues): When diagnosing the...
- On-car analysis list from August 25th, 2015
- Technical Bulletin (Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or Seized):
- Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): The Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
- Technical Bulletin (Intake manifold runner position sensor issues):
- Technical Bulletin: High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
- Volkswagen: some volkswagen vehicles with 2.0 tfsi engines will have the intake manifold and fuel...
- Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a...
- Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Pressure Control Valve / Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow issues):
- Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not...
- On-car analysis of Customer Complaints:
- On-car analysis list Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
- Technical Bulletin (Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) heater electronics being ) contaminated with Ad Blue):
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil-on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
- Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode):
- Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an...
- Volkswagen informed customers of a decision to extend the warranty for the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP)...
- Warranty Extension for High-Pressure Fuel Pump Certain 2009-2012 Model Year Volkswagen Touareg TDI® Clean...
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
- Warranty Information (Policies and Procedures Bulletin): Volkswagen has extended the warranty for the...
- Front suspension creaking noise during suspension cycles (going over speed bumps or entering on an...
- Volkswagen: malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is on and rough running, and fails to start on some vehicles,...
- Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing the condition(No Start, or Rough...
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
- Tech Tips (Radiator Identification Sensor): On TSI (2.0l CCTA, CBFA) equipped vehicles with fault code...
- Tech Tips (Coolant Leak or Repeat Coolant Leak from the Water Pump Area): The document informs to inspect...
- Tech Tips: The document discusses the conditions of when turbo can to be fixed or replaced
- Tech Tips (Air Coolant Pump Control Circuit/Open): The document discusses diagnosing for the fault code...
- Volkswagen: on certain vehicles, the performance is lacking in engine and turbine fan shaft of turbo...
- Technical Bulletin: Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or Seized
- Tech Tips (Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Performance issues): After replacing the mass air flow sensor...
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Mil-on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
- Technical Bulletin (Sunroof or Power Sunshade, Does Not Open/Close or Automatic Operation Does Not Function)
- Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative,...
- Technical Bulletin (Squeaking Noises From Front Of Vehicle): Squeaking/creaking noise from front of...
- Technical Bulletin:
- Technical Bulletin (High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis): Completing the GFF high pressure pump function...
- Tech Tips: Side Heated Seat May Take Longer to Heat Up and Potentially be Lower in Temperature
- Tech Tips: This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt...
- Tech Tips: This Tech Tip provides an overview of vehicle four wheel alignment, and important steps that...
- Volkswagen dealership communication
- Volkswagen dealership communication
- Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light...
- Tech Tips (Test Plan to Calibrate Adaptive Cruise Control Sensors Will Not Begin notice): Notification...
- Technical Bulletin: Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw
- Technical Bulletin: Diagnosing with Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces
- Technical Bulletin: The document refers to diagnosing charging systems for issues
- Tech Tips: Rattle when Closing Front Door
- Technical Bulletin:
- Tech Tips for No Charging System Voltage issue
- Tech Tips: Generator Charging Concern Diagnosis Tip
- Tech Tips: RNS-510 Radio?Unit Start-Up and Boot-Up Operation issues
- Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or...
- Tech Tips: Vehicles with Immobilizer with Download/Discharge? New Key Will Not Program
- Volkswagen: before rear view camera is properly operational, should be connected to buzzer or sensor...
- Technical Bulletin (Water /Snow in Blower Housing): Document discusses diagnosis Codes necessary to...
- Technical Bulletin (Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or Seized):...
- Tech Tips (Rear View Camera Inoperative issues): The rear view camera operates in conjunction with the...
- Discusses the issues associated with using contaiminated gasoline
- Technical Bulletin: Update Programming of ECM for Concerns of a Bump Sensation after Coming to a Stop
- This TSB contains an owner notification letter
- Tech Tips: Covers concerns with Both the Anti-lock Brake (ABS) and Airbag systems working together
- Tech Tips: Equipping vehicles With KESSY ? Key Adaptation Tip
- ECM Software
- Exhaust turbocharger failure (under extreme cold weather conditions) in a brief time period after initial...
- Quick Reference Update Guide
- VW Elsa Newsletter
- Passat 2012-2014 information supersedes technical bulletin V211405 dated july 21ST
- Check Engine Light ON, Reduced Performance or Noise from Turbocharger
- 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
- Tech Tips (SVM Update Instructions):
- When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically...
- Update Programming, MIL ON, DTC P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault...
- Technical Bulletin (Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance issues):
- Technical Bulletin (Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults): Fuel quality impacts the...
- Tech Tips (Electro ? Steering
- Reminder: Improvements to Technical Information Titles in ElsaPro
- Tech Tips (Oxygen Sensor Reset Procedures):
- Disconnect both O2 sensors (front and rear), start engine and let idle
- Technical Bulletin (Front Door Locks Hard to Release):
- Front Door Locks Hard to Release
- Volkswagen: electromechanical steering gear has a new software update program for power steering control...
- Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative):
- Rear Door Glass Inoperative
- Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This...
- Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
- Tech Tips (Steering Wheel Off Center): This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the...
- Tech Tips (2.0L CCTA/CBFA Coolant Leak or Repeat Coolant Leak from the Water Pump Area): Inspect the water...
- This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on...
- Technical Bulletin (Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint):
- Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming Electromechanical Steering Gear):
- Update Programming Electromechanical Steering Gear
- Tech Tips (Active Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnosis):
- Tech Tips (Common Rail TDI ? Fuel Filter Replacement and Prime/Bleed Procedure):
- Tech Tips (ECM Fault P1250 "Fuel Level Too Low" Will Not Clear):
- Technical Bulletin (Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 -N205- Diagnosis): Completing the GFF function test and...
- Use the following procedure to diagnose active wheel speed sensor complaints
- Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 -N205- Diagnosis
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming RCD-510 Radio (Premium 8)):
- Update Programming RCD-510 Radio (Premium 8)
- Tech Tips (RNS 510? Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound): Replacement RNS 510 radio/navigation...
- Install a vacuum gauge on the dipstick tube and check crankcase vacuum at idle
- On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
- Tech Tips (2009-2015 Jetta, Eos, Rabbit, Golf, GTI, Passat, CC, and Tiguan Equipped with Electromechanical...
- Some Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Passat vehicles equipped with electromechanical power steering have the G85...
- Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): In cases where an air...
- Technical Bulletin (Fuel Door Sticks or is Difficult to Open):
- Technical Bulletin (Glow Plug Pressure Sensor Faults): When diagnosing MIL ON with glow plug pressure...
- Fuel door binding due to excess material inside of fuel door housing.
- Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
- MIL on
- Keyless Entry Inoperative after Access / Start (KESSY) Module Replacement
- Volkswagen: the exterior handle on front door is very hard to open due to various climate or temperature...
- Tech Tips (AC Compressor Replacement, Refrigerant Circuit Flushing Requirement):
- Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement):
- Technical Bulletin (Front Door Locks Hard to Release): The front door lock operation is affected by...
- Technical Bulletin (Front Suspension Creaking Noise):
- When replacing the Air Conditioning compressor it is necessary to flush the entire system to remove all...
- AC Compressor Replacement, Refrigerant Circuit Flushing Requirement
- On-car analysis list
- Volkswagen: due to moisture the front door latches may freeze, preventing door latch from operating
- Technical Bulletin (Front Door Locks Hard to Release):
- Technical Bulletin (Secondary Air Injection System Air Flow/Pressure):
- Customer may comment that the front door is hard to open with exterior handle.
- MIL on
- 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)
- Technical Bulletin (Front Door Latches Hard to Release):
- On-car analysis list of customer complaint: MIL?on
- Front Door Latches Hard to Release
- Technical Bulletin (Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard):
- 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
- When diagnosis on the above engine leads to the testing of the N75, please refer to the picture below
- Use the diagram below to test the N75 Solenoid Valve in the event of a turbocharger fault code such as...
- Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement):
- Tech Tips (Electro
- Oil Consumption Measurement
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: MIL?on
- Elsa newsletter
- Technical Bulletin (Implausible Transmission Shift Sequence Stored in the Transmission Control Module):
- DTC P2711
- Technical Bulletin (Water /Snow in Blower Housing): Water /Snow may enter the fresh air port of the blower...
- Water /Snow in Blower Housing
- ODIS Service Update
- Assembly Instructions: Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat.
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming issue due to Harsh Gear Engagement from Park to Drive or Reverse):...
- 2009-2015
- Update Programming, Harsh Gear Engagement from Park to Drive or Reverse
- Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder
- Slave Cylinder
- Volkswagen: there is noise from turbocharger or reduced performance due to broken or seized shaft of...
- Technical Bulletin (Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or Seized): In...
- Tech Tips (ABS/TPMS light is on due to wheel speed sensor fault as a result of the Front Wheel Bearing /...
- Tech Tips (Headliner Removal Installation): The removal and installation of the headliner on the Passat...
- Warranty Information (Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension): Volkswagen has extended the Emissions...
- This can be the due to the Encoder Ring being ground down on the wheel bearing hub unit, resulting in a...
- The removal and installation of the headliner on the Passat can be time consuming and difficult in some areas
- Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension
- Tech Tips (Fuel line connections): Be aware that fuel lines are color coded on vehicles with return fuel...
- Tech Tips (2009-2014 All TDI (2.0L, 3.0L) Common Rail models Passat, Golf, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen,...
- Technical Bulletin (Glow Plug Pressure Sensor Faults): When diagnosing MIL ON with glow plug pressure...
- Upcoming Communication to Owners of 2009-2015 MY Volkswagen TDI Clean Diesel Engine Vehicles Registered in...
- Because Volkswagen supports the development and use of renewable fuels (such as biodiesel fuel blends),...
- Carefree Maintenance Coverage for Interim Oil Changes for Certain 2009 ? 2015 MY Volkswagen TDI® Clean...
- Technical Bulletin (Knock Sensor Fault):
- MIL on DTC P0327
- Tech Tips (Torque Converter/Flywheel/Flexplate installation): Incorrect torque converter or...
- Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage
- Technical Bulletin (PDI
- Pdi
- Technical Bulletin (Front Suspension Creaking Noise): Front suspension creaking noise during suspension...
- Tech Tips (Adapting Injector Quantity adjustment correction values (IMA/IVA)): When replacing or adapting...
- When replacing or adapting fuel injectors, if there is no Guided Functions Test Plan, utilize the...
- When replacing or adapting fuel injectors, if there is no Guided Functions Test Plan, utilize the following
- Tech Tips (All vehicles-Tire dressing for vehicle detailing): The use of tire dressing gives your tires...
- Tech Tips: This document informs on how to Reset the Inspection Service, and Interval Service.
- Under the ?Control Module? tab right click on address word ?17 Dash Board?. Open ?Control module OBD?. Click ?
- The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle
- Resetting Inspection Service and Interval Service
- Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation):
- This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on...
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- Technical Bulletin (Washer Level Sensor): The issue is caused by the outside influence of non-approved...
- Washer Level Sensor
- For an upcoming campaign that will include all MY09-14 TDI (CBEA/CJAA) vehicles, we need to test the...
- Tech Tips (Engine Control Module Fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder?):
- Technical Bulletin (Front Suspension Creaking Noise): Front suspension creaking noise during suspension...
- Tech Tips (Equipped With RNS-510 Radio?Unit Start-Up and Boot-Up Operation): The navigation unit may be...
- Washer Level Sensor issues: The indicator lamp in the I.P. for washer fluid remains illuminated and the...
- Tech Tips (Washer Level Sensor issues):
- The indicator lamp in the I.P. for washer fluid remains illuminated and the washer reservoir is full
- Technical Bulletin (TDI Common Rail High Pitch Whine Noise after Switching Ignition OFF): With the...
- TDI Common Rail High Pitch Whine Noise after Switching Ignition OFF
- Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can
- Tech Tips (All Navigation Radios-All Models): When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top...
- HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
- All Navigation Radios-All Models
- Door Edge Guard
- Remote Start Operation
- Technical Bulletin (Incorrect Glow Plug Faults): During the initial glow phase, after switching the...
- Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of...
- Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
- Quick Spec Guides Now published on ServiceNet
- Tech Tips (MDI Functions with iPhone 5 Variants (5, 5c, 5s and iPad fourth generation, iPod Nano seventh...
- MDI Functions with iPhone 5 Variants (5, 5c, 5s and iPad fourth generation, iPod Nano seventh generation)
- Technical Bulletin (Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration): When applying brakes at highway speeds the...
- Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration (U.S. Only)
- Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Knock Sensor Fault):
- Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system
- Volkswagen: airbag warning light was illuminated indicating a front side airbag pressure sensor...
- Technical Bulletin (Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated in Instrument Cluster): Airbag lamp in instrument...
- Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The panoramic sunroof, regular sunroof or sunshade...
- Technical Bulletin The use of contaminated gasoline, seasonal fuel changes (summer/winter fuel) or...
- Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated in Instrument Cluster, DTC B101614 Stored in Airbag Control Module
- Gasoline Quality
- Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is OFF
- Technical Bulletin (Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage): Pulling on the engine cover in some...
- Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage
- Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running due to Fuel Rail issues): When diagnosing the condition...
- MIL on
- Technical Bulletin This Technical Bulletin details the general process for carrying out a Software Version...
- Software Version Management
- Tech Tips (Remote Start Operation):
- Tech Tips (CV Boot Leaking Grease, Clamp Not Tight or Not Aligned Properly): The document informs on what...
- Reduced performance due to check engine light on
- Technical Bulletin (Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault Memory): Monitoring...
- Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or Seized
- Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing a MIL ON, no-start or rough...
- Tech Tips (Fog Lamp): When the headlamps are switched ?ON? and fog lamps are switched to the ?OFF?...
- Fog Lamp Operation
- Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights,...
- Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot
- CV boot damage identified.
- When replacing the complete vehicle lock set (all vehicle keys and lock cylinders) for any reason, be...
- For concerns of a door latch (or latches) not locking/unlocking or the outside door handle is inoperative...
- Airbag Warning Lamp ? Front Side Airbag Pressure Sensor Interruption/ Short to B+
- Vehicles equipped with Immobilizer 4 (Download) ? Adapting Keys after Vehicle Lock Set Replacement
- MIL ON in Sub-Freezing Conditions (DTC P0087), Engine Cranks but does not Start
- Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration
- Volkswagen: some vehicles may experience an implausible transmission shift sequence stored in the...
- Wiper Motor Noisy or Inoperative
- Tech Tips: In Extreme Outside Cold Temperatures the Front Door Latches May Freeze (due to moisture),...
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for...
- Bring the vehicle into the shop
- Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for Shudder and/or Slight...
- Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings):
- Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings):
- Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative,...
- To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after...
- VW Elsa Newsletter.
- Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
- Technical Bulletin (Implausible Transmission Shift Sequence Stored in the Transmission Control Module):...
- VW Elsa News Letter
- Tech Tips (No Charging System Voltage):
- Hydraulic steering gear leaking
- No Charging System Voltage
- Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may...
- Rattling noises from engine compartmen area or exhaust system.
- Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM.
- Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System
- On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- On-Car Analysis List.
- On-car analysis list from December 2nd, 2013 please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair.
- Webinars and Job Aids.
- Steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center.
- Steering Wheel Off Center.
- Software updates.
- Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014
- Part ordering
- If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down?...
- Tech Tips (Four Wheel Alignments): This Tech Tip provides an overview of vehicle four wheel alignment, and...
- Four Wheel Alignments.
- Tech Tips.
- ODIS Quick Reference Guide.
- PROFI Dealer Vehicle Information Request Form:
- Tech Tips (Bluetooth Compatibility):
- Profi Outbound Request Form.
- Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system
- Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- Tech Tips (2.0L CCTA/CBFA Coolant Leak or Repeat Coolant Leak from the Water Pump Area):
- Tech Tips (CBEA, CJAA, CKRA engine codes DPF replacement and/or DTCS P2413, P2463):
- Use of aftermarket air filters such as cotton bed steel mesh or cone style, can
- Inspect the water pump for signs of contact with engine oil
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for...
- Tech Tips (No Communication with the J519 Vehicle Electrical System Control Module/Body Control Module):...
- Tech Tips (Remote Loses Programming): Customers may complain the remote no longer operates
- Volkswagen: during a self test, the airbag control unit is susceptible to horn alarm resonance that causes...
- Technical Bulletin (Airbag Warning Lamp ON): The airbag control unit self-test may be susceptible to alarm...
- Airbag Warning Lamp ON, DTCs B200009, B200049 or U101200 Stored in Airbag Control Unit
- P0102, P1128, P1296
- If no communication can be established to the Vehicle electrical system control module J519 (address word...
- Tech Tips (Front Door Seal Alignment): When replacing a front door seal on a 2012/2013 Passat, it is...
- Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF):
- Warranty Information (Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations): Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations...
- Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the...
- Technical Bulletin (Front Suspension Creaking Noise): Coil Spring are not formed correctly and rubs...
- Tech Tips (Tire Pressure Monitoring System): The TPMS system on the MY vehicles (2011-2013 Jetta, Tiguan,...
- Technical Bulletin (Keyless Entry Inoperative after Access/Start (KESSY) Module Replacement): After...
- Technical Bulletin (Keyless Entry Inoperative after Access / Start (KESSY) Module Replacement): After...
- Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Pressure Control Valve issues):
- MIL on
- Technical Bulletin (Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain): To ensure that customer...
- Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain
- Tech Tips (Passat-Blower Motor-Fault Diagnosis): If the vehicle comes in with a blower concern, check for...
- If the vehicle comes in with a blower concern, check for DTCs. If DTCs are found, use the table below to...
- Passat-Blower Motor-Fault Diagnosis
- Tech Tips (Vehicles with 2.5L Engine
- When diagnosing fault code P2279-Leaking Air in Intake System, be sure to check the cam timing first.
- This Tech Tip provides an overview of vehicle four wheel alignment, and important steps that should be...
- On-car analysis list from customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- Rns 315
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns(including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- Volkswagen: diagnosis for high pressure fuel pump where no start, engine crank, without driving, after...
- Technical Bulletin (Manual Transmission Noise Diagnosing):
- Customer states there is a noise from the clutch, transmission or driveline components under varying...
- This bulletin provides a procedure to determine ?repair? versus ?replacement? of an automatic transmission
- Volkswagen: activated charcoal filter system, solenoid valve and performing gff function test a vacuum...
- Technical Bulletin Activated Charcoal Filter System, Solenoid Valve 1 -N80- (Canister Purge Valve)...
- Passat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- Technical Bulletin (Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces) The surfaces of chrome parts can get...
- Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces
- Volkswagen: some vehicles may exhibit poor power steering assistance
- Technical Bulletin (Poor Power Steering Assistance):
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- Poor Power Steering Assistance, DTCs 16344 014, 16353 014, 16355 014, 02614 014 Stored in Power Steering...
- Tech Tips (Equipped with RCD-510 Premium 8 Radio
- If the radio is switching to the Bluetooth audio selection whenever a paired phone makes any sound, such...
- Equipped with RCD-510 Premium 8 Radio ? Radio Switches to Bluetooth Audio without Input
- In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time...
- Tech Tips (Brake Electronics (ABS) Fault Code 02757 Diagnosis Tip):
- Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement):
- Tech Tips (Equipped with Turbocharged Engine Turbocharger Replacement Tip): If mechanical damage is found...
- Install Misfueling Guard
- Technical Bulletin (Four Wheel Alignment Overview, Steering Wheel off Center, Vehicle Drift/Pull): This...
- Four Wheel Alignment Overview, Steering Wheel off Center, Vehicle Drift/Pull
- Technical Bulletin (Front Suspension Creaking Noise): Front suspension creaking noise during suspension...
- Secondary Air Pressure Sensor Limited Warranty Extension
- Secondary Air Pressure Sensor Limited Warranty Extension
- Tech Tips (Measure Value Block Request): If a request has been made for several MVBs from a DSG...
- If mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft),...
- Activated Charcoal Filter System, Solenoid Valve 1 -N80- (Canister Purge Valve) Diagnosis
- Volkswagen: on some vehicles, low fuel stored in ECM pressure, engine would crank but not start long...
- Technical Bulletin (High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis): Completing the GFF high pressure pump function...
- Volkswagen: due to accessory drive belt being damaged or missing, the charging system is inoperative or...
- Technical Bulletin (Generator Replacement):
- Technical Bulletin (Fuel Door Sticks or is Difficult to Open): Fuel door binding due to excess material...
- Technical Bulletin (Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements): At this time, Volkswagen Group of America,...
- Technical Bulletin (Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault Memory): Monitoring...
- Fuel Door Sticks or is Difficult to Open
- Update Programming, MIL ON, DTC P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure Range /ECM Fault Memory Performance Stored
- Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines...
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming of ECM for Concerns of a Bump Sensation after Coming to a Stop):...
- Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
- Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The sunroof's "Basic Setting" has been...
- Technical Bulletin (Cylinder Glow Plug issues): During the initial glow phase, after switching the...
- Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open
- MIL on
- We would like to inform you that the FAQ for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to include additional...
- Update Programming of ECM for Concerns of a Bump Sensation after Coming to a Stop
- Assembly Instructions (Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat):
- Rns 315
- When diagnosing a vehicle concern, and fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder? is found in the Engine Control Module...
- Brake Disc, Pulsation, All Vehicles except Routan (U.S. Only)
- Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound
- When diagnosing a generator charging concern, it is recommended to verify operation of the one way clutch...
- Be aware that fuel lines are color coded on vehicles with return fuel pressure lines
- Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers
- Volkswagen: some vehicles may experience a misfire and/or reduced engine performance
- This Technical Bulletin provides an overview for performing vehicle four Wheel Alignment, and information...
- Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
- Volkswagen: steering rack
- Volkswagen: front seat belt tensioner
- If a CV boot is found to be leaking grease on PDI and a clamp is found to be loose or not aligned...
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission
- Volkswagen: when memory usage is high, navigation unit is slow to respond, and multiple features are being...
- The navigation unit may be slow to respond at times when memory use is high
- After a cold start, the engine coolant temperature gauge will slowly rise to approximately 190° F. When...
- Seat belt tensioner igniter 1 (N153 for driver side and N154 for passenger side) and belt force limiter...
- Be aware that the driver seat backrest on vehicles equipped with memory seats will not recline to the...
- Passat Equipped with Memory Seat ? Driver Backrest Operation
- Bluetooth Compatibility.
- When replacing a radio navigation unit, inspect the security labels on both the new and replacement units...
- Radio Navigation Unit Security Label
- Illuminated door sills
- After switching ON the RNS 315 radio-navigation system, the message "Please insert software CD" appears...
- To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at...
- Be aware that the 24 RNS-510 radio presets are not band dependent, and can be programmed to any mix of AM,...
- MIL ON, DTC(s) P0671, P0672, P0673 and/or P0674 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
- RNS 510 ? Radio Preset Display
- Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been...
- The Bluetooth module has now been integrated into the navigation head unit on 2012-2013 vehicles with RNS...
- When pairing an Android phone to the Bluetooth system, a few extra steps may be necessary
- Vehicles Equipped with Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone ? Pairing of Android Phones
- GPS Antenna Concerns
- Satellite Radio Overview
- This Technical Bulletin provides an overview for performing vehicle four Wheel Alignment and information...
- Replacement RNS 510 radio/navigation units may be shipped in transportation safeguard mode and therefore...
- The Apple iPhone 5, iPad fourth generation, and iPod nano seventh generation use a proprietary ?Lightning?...
- MDI Control of Apple Devices with Lightning Connector (iPhone 5, iPad fourth generation, iPod Nano seventh...
- Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
- Volkswagen: the airbag warning lamp may be illuminated paired with dtcs B101715 and B103615 js
- After enabling the auto-unlock feature through the MFI, it is necessary to road test vehicle over 10 MPH....
- If Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) basic settings will not complete after module replacement,...
- Engine Exhaust Flap Limited Warranty Extension
- 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...
- Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Pressure Control issues):
- Tech Tips (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician...
- Technical Bulletin (Stored in the Engine Control Module): Production tolerance in Diagnostic Module Tank...
- Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification):
- Tech Tips (Dual Zone Climatronic ? One Zone Colder / Warmer Than the Other): For concerns of one zone with...
- Tech Tips (TDI ? AdBlue Level Reset Procedure):
- VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming Communication to Owners of 2009-2013 MY Volkswagen TDI Clean...
- Volkswagen: airbag warning lamp illuminated in instrument cluster, DTC B101614 stored in airbag control module
- Technical Bulletin (Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated in Instrument Cluster, DTC B101614 Stored in Airbag...
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming RCD-510 Radio (Premium 8)): Programming contained in software...
- Tech Tips (Equipped With RNS-510 Radio?Unit Start-Up and Boot-Up Operation): The navigation unit may be...
- Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): During PDI, or after installation of a replacement...
- No charging system voltage.
- Update Programming MIL ON, DTCs P050E, P2080, P244C and/or P2478 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
- Update Programming MIL ON, DTC P2201 Stored in Fault Memory
- Update programming RCD-510 Radio (Premium 8)
- Cbfa 2.0T tsi
- When servicing the timing chain sprocket or removing the vibration damper, be aware that one bolt holds...
- If airbag faults B10B300 OR 03551 are stored, DO NOT replace airbag components for these faults, refer to...
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- High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
- Technical Bulletin (Incorrect Glow Plug Faults): During the initial glow phase, after switching the...
- Volkswagen: camshaft adjustment valve 1-N205-DIAGNOSIS
- Volkswagen: possible oil leak from oil filter housing
- Volkswagen: intake manifold restriction check
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns
- Volkswagen: DTC P0441 stored in the engine control module
- Volkswagen:evaporative (EVAP) emission system, diagnostic trouble code diagnosis
- Volkswagen: a false flow reading caused by production tolerance in diagnostic module tank leakage (DMTL) pump
- Technical Bulletin (DTC P0441 Stored in the Engine Control Module): Production tolerance in Diagnostic...
- DTC P0441
- This communication provides important information on how to obtain the latest alignment programs for...
- Tech Tips (Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers): Be aware that 2012 Passat vehicles are not equipped with the...
- During the holiday period, DTSS support of VAS-PC and ODIS Service diagnostic software, and VAS Tester...
- Tech Tips (Window Convenience Opening / Closing Function):
- Volkswagen dealership communication (20R9
- Volkswagen dealership communication (20R9
- Warranty Information (Regularly Scheduled Maintenance Interval Time or Mileage Guidelines): The Volkswagen...
- Volkswagen Warranty Helpline 2012 Holiday Hours of operation
- Tech Tips (AdBlue Level Reset Procedure):
- AdBlue Level Reset Procedure
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Fuel gauge doesn't read full when the fuel tank is
- Tech Tips (Valet Key Operation):
- Tech Tips (Equipped With KESSY ? Key Adaptation Tip):
- Technical Bulletin (PDI
- Technical Bulletin (Four Wheel Alignment Overview): This Technical Bulletin provides an overview for...
- Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines...
- The valet key on the 2012-2013 Passat differs from earlier vehicles
- Equipped With KESSY ? Key Adaptation Tip
- Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder
- Tech Tips (Service Interval Settings after Instrument Cluster Replacement):
- Technical Bulletin (Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches): New vehicles (prior to Retail...
- Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine...
- Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The issued of The panoramic sunroof, regular...
- Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not...
- Technical Bulletin (Cylinder Glow Plug Circuit issues): Internal hardware issue of the glow plug relay may
- Volkswagen dealership communication (2013
- Tech Tips (Equipped With KESSY ? Key Adaptation Tip): When adapting keys on a vehicle equipped with KESSY,...
- All keys must be present during key adaptation
- Engine Control Module Updates:
- Engine Control Module Updates:
- Technical Bulletin (Front Suspension Creaking Noise): Front suspension creaking noise during suspension...
- Update
- VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Micro Switch for Oil Level): Volkswagen would like to inform dealers...
- VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Micro Switch for Oil Level): Volkswagen would like to inform dealers...
- Volkswagen: day time running light (DRL) bulb filament may have premature failure, due to excessive shock...
- Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification):
- Technical Bulletin (Daytime Running Lamp Bulb Inoperative): Under certain conditions (speed, force,...
- Tech Tips (Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers):
- Tech Tips (Releasing the Rear Seat Backrest from Inside the Vehicle): If you are unable to open the trunk...
- Tech Tips (Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers):
- Be aware that 2012 Passat vehicles are not equipped with the rain sensing windshield wiper function
- Be aware that 2012-2013 Passat vehicles are not equipped with the rain sensing windshield wiper function
- Technical Bulletin (Update Programming for Stored in ECM Fault Memory issues): The MIL ON with NOx Sensor...
- Warranty Information (Volkswagen Amenity Subsidy Program
- Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates:
- Transmission Control Module Updates:
- Updates (RVU):
- Warranty Information (Volkswagen Amenity Subsidy Program
- Tech Tips (Service Interval Settings after Instrument Cluster Replacement): After instrument cluster...
- After instrument cluster replacement, service interval maximum values may need to be manually set
- Service Interval Settings after Instrument Cluster Replacement
- Volkswagen: all models experience the timing chain slipping, rattling noises of the engine after starting,...
- When replacing a front door seal on a 2012/2013 Passat, it is important to make sure the seal is properly...
- Volkswagen: while driving vehicle or having seat raised or lowered, tolerances between seat bolt frame...
- To update warranty table labor operations.
- Volkswagen: a revision regarding the updating of the software, for radio with navigation system, on...
- Customer States Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear
- Volkswagen: incorrect information provide in owner's manual regarding wheel bolt tightening torque values...
- It may be necessary to reboot the RNS315 navigation unit, due to either, update programming stalled, or...
- Cars equipped with RNS 315 Navigation Unit ? System Reboot Sequence
- Volkswagen: the transmission control module has an implausible transmission shift sequence due to the...
- Tech Tips (Kessy System ? Loss of 15 Power):
- Volkswagen: the tabs, for seat adjustment range fore or aft, on front passenger seat track are missing
- Volkswagen: while driving approximately 55 to 65MPH, a whinning or whistle noise is heard
- Whistle or whine noise coming from the transmission when driving
- The convenience opening and closing function of the windows on Passat and Golf /GTI differs from other models
- Volkswagen: information provided regarding the bracket under the hood had the shifter cable installed...
- Volkswagen: if electronic steering column lock was replaced or updated, would cause the remote keyless...
- For concerns of navigation inaccuracy, with or without antenna fault codes, begin by checking the number...
- Rns 315
- The RNS 315 navigation unit does not contain the Sirius Traffic functionality
- 2012-2013
- When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top portion of the screen may not display streets
- When diagnosing a low battery or no charging system concern, start by inspecting the SA1 200 amp fuse in...
- The TPMS system on the MY vehicles listed above, is now an indirect type system
- When replacing fuel system components on the Common Rail TDI engine (including the fuel filter), the fuel...
- DTC P2711
- If, after replacement of the steering rack, fault code 01309 008 is set in the ABS/ESP module only, follow...
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