2017 Volkswagen Tiguan technical service bulletins
591 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan, including one warranty extension.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This supporting FAQ is for the Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension Class Action Settlement
- Prevent Sporatic Misfire Faults.
- Checking engine oil level.
- Reprogramming Control Module process
- Engine missfire diagnostic aid
- Identifying and Mixing Volkswagen Engine Coolants
- 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
- 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 special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts...
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- Diagnosis for Excessive Current Draw.
- What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.
- Replace Door Lock and Cap.
- Alignment sheet submission.
- Coolant Bleed Procedure
- 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
- Proper engine oil level before leaving the factory.
- 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)
- Using Alignment Sheet Submission Form
- How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.
- Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards
- Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant
- Engine Oil Standards
- Lack of paint under roof
- Additional reporting
- Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
- 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
- Forigen objects inside seat belt buckle
- VW Engine oil quality standards
- A/C Compressor leak diagnosis
- Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns
- Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going...
- Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure
- 3G Sunset Update
- Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Helpline & Parts Dept
- Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger
- Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.
- Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- 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.
- This communication is a notice for software changes with the ODIS program for specific cars
- Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
- Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.
- This Document was revised
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Generator Replacement
- Strut or Shock leak assessment.
- 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
- Required Alignment Submission form.
- 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.
- Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates
- Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil ) excluding Routan & ID.4attachments
- Battery adaptation when battery labels are missing
- 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
- Additional instruction before replacing A/C compressor
- Engine oil consumption measurement.
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments
- Gasoline quality check
- Software Version Management (SVM) instruction
- Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation
- This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06. Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility
- Gasoline quality.
- VW engine oil specifications
- Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.
- Auto Trans fluid requirements.
- Checking engine oil during PDI.
- This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06
- 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.
- 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.
- Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- Engine oil consumption measurement
- Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.
- Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.
- Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation Instruction (U.S. Only)
- VW Car-Net
- 3G Sunset Update
- Customer Notification 3G-Sunset
- Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect
- 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...
- This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information
- Update to model year applicability.
- Dealer Communication
- Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
- This dealer memo is an informational memo regarding 3G Sunset for MY14-19 Car-Net Equipped Vehicles
- KESSY equipped Key Adaptation, updated to add model year applicability.
- Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.
- SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.
- 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.
- Software Version Management (SVM)
- Properly checking and reading engine oil level instruction
- Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.
- This Document informs dealers on the new Intake Manifold Warranty Extension for 2013, 2014, 2016 & 2017...
- Reverse gear function note.
- Update to infotainment programming
- Removing musty odor from A/C system
- Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed and only order the successor parts...
- Trailer hitch install, module programming, Update to existing Tip
- Parts ordering information
- Key battery diagnosis, updated to include additional model year applicability.
- A/C cap leak diagnosis.
- Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
- Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.
- Calibration Mirror(s) information for special tool VAS 6430
- 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
- Battery Id for testing
- Updated key ordering protocol
- Instruction on how to create S/D cards used to update programming on various control modules.
- 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.
- Engine oil level checking, updated to include model year 2021
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed if they meet the criteria.
- Mandatory fastener.
- Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software
- Antilock brake function test direction.
- Autonomous data event gathering
- Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed
- 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.
- Water Migration Under the RAPGARDÃÂî transportation protection
- Update brochure part number and recording URL. Update model and model year applicability.
- Apple Car Play Information
- Am static due to 4 motion operation.
- Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).
- Updated to include 2021 Model year applicability.
- Updated to include model year 2021
- Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.
- Apple car play function.
- Tool number added to table
- New machine version added to table.
- Cam screen damage.
- Voltage Drop Testing
- Voltage Drop Testing.
- Generator replacement, updated to include model years 2020 & 2021
- Tire Chain Information (for California dealers only) All Model Years
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
- Additional Guided Functions programming assistance
- By-pack instruction for PDI, include additional model year applicability.
- Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
- Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication
- ERP fault information.
- Remote start diagnostic information.
- Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant
- Engine Oil Checking at Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI). Updated to include model year 2020 applicability.
- Update model applicability to MY 2020.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
- Direction for APP connect
- Additional test plans to clear memory after update programming in ECM.
- Update to braking data gathering
- Car Net Direction summary
- Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
- Update to mode; and model year applicability.
- USB connector outside influence damage not covered by warranty.
- Update to include latest model years.
- Update to existing tip for Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519- coding
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
- Added: Torque Spec table
- The part number listed in the document are to be returned.
- Update model and model year applicability.
- Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
- Update to metadata model code in authoring system.
- Include additional photo's of water ingress.
- Include additional photo's of water ingress
- Update programming for Infotainment system malfunctions.
- TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
- Quick Reference Update Guide.
- The part number listed in the document are to be returned if they meet the criteria provided.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references
- Customer states MIL-on with P1429 and/or P0556
- Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models
- Vehicle Fuse location assistance.
- Air Conditioning Compressor Leak Diagnosis.
- Infotainment worksheet.
- SD Set-up to Obtain Software updates.
- Engine oil quality standards
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned and only the superseded part number used going...
- Remote Key Battery Replacement.
- Antennae diagnosis
- Remote Key Battery Replacement
- Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.
- Addressing Component Protection display
- Apple Car-Play information for initialization issues
- Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.
- Update vehicle metadata.
- Customer states remote key inoperative
- 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.
- This document details updates to the ODIS diagnostic software
- Addressing Component Protection display . Update model and model year applicability.
- Addressing Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor Concerns, update authing system metadata.
- Autonomous Braking Diagnostic Protocol
- Customer states noise from heat shield
- Campaign Reminder Communication
- Adhesive circular
- UDS Basic settings directions
- Driver Assist Topics
- Relay Terminal Assignments
- Valve spring diagnosis.
- Adaptive front lighting descriptive
- The fault code in
- Update to model year applicability
- Indication of horn chirp operation
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
- MIBII Informational Document
- Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
- Battery Testing and Charging instruction
- Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria specified.
- Remote lock function
- The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned and the new part numbers to only be ordered...
- Horn and ancillary steering wheel controls diagnosis.
- Antenna Connection Color Reference.
- This Document informs dealers on VWP-18-11 for the Steering Wheel Clock Spring Limited Warranty Extension
- Diagnostic protocol for engine noise with cam timing faults
- Coolant leak at the coolant pump
- 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
- Voice Command button operation.
- Coolant leak at the coolant pump, Yellow oil warning light on with any of the following faults P0196 P0198...
- Metadata correction, Infotainment issues
- Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Infotainment issues
- MIB2 system Identification tip
- Loss of 15 power defeat process.
- Information for additional diagnosis should the Driver Assistance Systems Front Camera not calibrate,...
- Water leaks from the sunroof/overhead light console area, Park distance to sensitive to control, coolant...
- Update to model year applicability and Battery testing information.
- Carplay menu correction for applicability
- To include an additional model year applicability.
- Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
- Water leaks from the sunroof/overhead light console area, sunshade is to blinding, MIL-on P0441 in the...
- Remote Ket battery diagnostics
- Car Net diagnosis for no green light (OTAR: Over the Air Registration Indicator) issues
- Technicians may find during PDI that the oil level is below the full mark, but still within the hash marks...
- The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned if they meet the criteria provided
- Direction to verify software levels to address P1612/U03000
- Key Battery Diagnostic Process
- Customer states engine oil leak
- Update model year applicability and remove outside material from warranty table.
- The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned.
- Update to include additional model and model year applicability.
- 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...
- J428 adaptation to address loss of function after repairs
- Tips to address MIB2 infotainment functionality concerns
- Tip to address MIB2 infotainment functionality at vehicle start up
- Information to look for aftermarket sensor repairs.
- Tip to address antennae issues in conjunction with DTCS B10F411, B105413
- Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
- Information to assist with preventing calibration errors
- Updated version to address a additional fault code
- Updated diagnostic direction to address new concerns in regards to Apply CarPlay Connection on MIBII...
- Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year...
- 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
- Update to expand fuel testing for lean DTCS.
- New document
- Metadata adjustment
- Update to existing Tech Tip to include MY2017.
- Update TB to include model year 2017 and include additional engine applicability.
- Update Tiguan oil pan labor operation number in warranty table.
- 17 17 01
- Update to MIB2 information to include 2015 and 2017 model year
- Diagnostic tip to look for aftermarket phone software that can effect infotainment operation.
- Update to MIB2 information to include 2015 and 2017 model year.
- Trailer towing information
- Information only
- Installation Instruction for fresh air line during CCTA Intake Manifold Replacement
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- Vas 6154
- Instruction to protect oil pressure sw. to prevent contamination and possible failure when removing 1.8L &...
- Adhesive application for installation on all areo parts solds as an accessory
- 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
- Update technical publication to include model year 2018 Atlas
- Example of devices, modifications or alterations that can impede Adaptive Cruise Control Radar Sensor...
- Steps to address false misfire indication
- Direction to check for loose connections resulting in erratic operation
- Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability
- Update existing technical bulletin to include model year 2017 applicability.
- Update tech tip to include 2017 model year applicability.
- Direction to adjust rear view camera display brightness on MIB2 Infotainment systems.
- Log information to identify the type of 5F MIB2 Infotainment module.
- Idler roller for ribbed bely now available as a parts kit.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed on the document and order the...
- TB updated to remove model year 2016 applicability and to add model year 2017 applicability.
- To add model year 2016 and 2017 applicability and reminder about Programming Activation of Oil Pressure...
- Technician instruction and check sheet which should be completed before contacting VW Technician Helpline.
- Update Technical bulletin to include model year 2016 and 2017 models.
- Update technical bulletin to include model year 2017 applicability.
- This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound...
- Customer states noise from the engine/turbo and/or MIL-on and misfire faults
- Update tech tip to include model year 2017 applicability.
- Update procedure removing camshaft and rocker inspection and or replacement
- VAG03366 in ABS Module
- Direction to utilize genuine Apple cable when using Apple CarPlay for the MIBII system
- Wear of the camshaft bearing bridge can
- Updated to include additions claiming instruction with options.
- Fluid Capacity Table
- MIL-on, Fault P013E in the ECM
- Repair direction to address fault code B201A that sets after replacement of the J794 infotainment module
- Additional repair instruction should a replacement line be required, to prevent reoccurance.
- Update model year applicability to include 2017.
- Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that...
- Update model year applicability.
- Updated to include model year 2017 applicability
- Update to include model year 2017 applicability.
- Additional symptom gathering information and guidence to isolate customer concern before beginning repair.
- Update to include additional model year applicability.
- Updated to include additional model year applicability.
- The strainer screen in the camshaft bearing bracket can tear and
- Update to include model year 2017
- Update to include model year 2017
- Points of inspection and repair instruction should a water leak appear around the rear lid.
- Points of inspection and repair instruction should a water leak appear around the rear lid.
- Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models
- Contacting the parts helpline
- Updated to include additional model year and required documentation instruction.
- Reminder to technicians to utilize the repair manual procedure during window regulator installation
- Direction to perform system reset after component replacment or disconnect of the HVAC system control head
- Updated to add jetta, beetle and beetle convertible model applicability.
- Engine, misfire diagnostic aid the MIL is flashing or illuminated."
- Updated to include additional model applicability.
- Service communication to notify all dealers of requirement to call and open vta before all mib II related...
- Explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
- Additional diagnostic information to assist in preventing unneccesary parts replacement to repair a weak...
- This bulletin informs dealers of the 2017 Model Year Volkswagen Vehicle Warranty.
- New publication
- Enhanced rear view mirror installation instructions
- Enhanced rear view mirror installation instructions V.2
- Technical Bulletin informing that When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur
- Technical Bulletin on how to service Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion...
- Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle...
- Discusses possible causes of customer concern
- Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
- Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to...
- Update tech tip to refer to ETKA for the latest parts information.
- 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...
- Airbag Issues.
- Release Notes Supplement.
- Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
- 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,...
- This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for interim AdBlue...
- Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year...
- Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement):
- Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Gasoline Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
- Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
- This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen...
- Infotainment Worksheet (U.S. Only)
- Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
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- Tiguan Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
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