2012 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid technical service bulletins
351 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 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 is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- 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
- Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards (U.S. Only)
- 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
- VW Engine oil quality standards
- Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.
- Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- 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
- Radio knob replacement instead of radio replacement w/ knob part number.
- 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
- 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
- Engine oil consumption measurement.
- Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.
- 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)
- Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.
- Removing musty odor from A/C system
- Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both...
- 2009-2015
- Parts ordering information
- Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.
- Update to top tier brochure purchasing 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
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
- Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
- Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- Mandatory fastener.
- Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- Antilock brake function test direction.
- 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.
- 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.
- Tool number added to table
- New machine version added to table.
- Voltage Drop Testing
- Voltage Drop Testing.
- Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.
- Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant
- Update model applicability to MY 2020.
- Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
- Campaign Reminder Communication
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
- Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
- Update to model year applicability
- Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
- Battery Testing and Charging instruction
- This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- Vas 6154
- Adhesive application for installation on all areo parts solds as an accessory
- Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability
- This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound...
- Direction to clarify methodology for updating the navigation system using the sd card
- Update model year applicability to include 2017.
- Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that...
- 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 model year applicability.
- 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
- Explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
- Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle...
- Generator replacement.
- Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
- Manual transmission noise diagnosing.
- Elsa Newsletter
- Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
- Choosing service numbers-Transmission and Drivetrain.
- Automatic transmission fluid requirements.
- Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assesment.
- Airbag Issues.
- Volkswagen: some volkswagen vehicles with 2.0 tfsi engines will have the intake manifold and fuel...
- 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,...
- Technical Bulletin: Under certain driving conditions, the secondary air ports in the cylinder head can...
- Technical Bulletin: Under certain driving conditions, the secondary air ports in the cylinder head can...
- Volkswagen dealership communication
- Volkswagen dealership communication
- Tech Tips: Vehicles with Immobilizer with Download/Discharge? New Key Will Not Program
- VW Elsa Newsletter
- Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
- When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically...
- Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
- Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint
- Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
- When replacing the Air Conditioning compressor it is necessary to flush the entire system to remove all...
- AC Compressor Replacement, Refrigerant Circuit Flushing Requirement
- The DLC is intended for use with diagnostic scan tools and by emissions testing stations
- Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00
- When diagnosis on the above engine leads to the testing of the N75, please refer to the picture below
- Oil Consumption Measurement
- High-voltage repairs on Hybrid and Electric vehicles
- Slave Cylinder
- 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...
- Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage
- Pdi
- The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- Washer Level Sensor
- For an upcoming campaign that will include all MY09-14 TDI (CBEA/CJAA) vehicles, we need to test the...
- The indicator lamp in the I.P. for washer fluid remains illuminated and the washer reservoir is full
- HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
- All Navigation Radios-All Models
- Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
- Quick Spec Guides Now published on ServiceNet
- Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration (U.S. Only)
- Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014
- Gasoline Quality
- Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is OFF
- Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage
- MIL on
- Software Version Management
- CV boot damage identified.
- When replacing the complete vehicle lock set (all vehicle keys and lock cylinders) for any reason, be...
- Vehicles equipped with Immobilizer 4 (Download) ? Adapting Keys after Vehicle Lock Set Replacement
- Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration
- Wiper Motor Noisy or Inoperative
- To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after...
- Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
- 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
- Steering Wheel Off Center.
- Part ordering
- If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down?...
- Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain
- High Voltage Repairs on Hybrid Vehicles
- When diagnosing fault code P2279-Leaking Air in Intake System, be sure to check the cam timing first.
- 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
- Touareg
- Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces
- In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time...
- Install Misfueling Guard
- Activated Charcoal Filter System, Solenoid Valve 1 -N80- (Canister Purge Valve) Diagnosis
- Touareg Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
- Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
- We would like to inform you that the FAQ for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to include additional...
- Rns 315
- Brake Disc, Pulsation, All Vehicles except Routan (U.S. Only)
- Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
- After a cold start, the engine coolant temperature gauge will slowly rise to approximately 190° F. When...
- To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at...
- 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
- Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
- Engine Exhaust Flap Limited Warranty Extension
- 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...
- Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): During PDI, or after installation of a replacement...
- Cbfa 2.0T tsi
- When servicing the timing chain sprocket or removing the vibration damper, be aware that one bolt holds...
- High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
- This communication provides important information on how to obtain the latest alignment programs for...
- During the holiday period, DTSS support of VAS-PC and ODIS Service diagnostic software, and VAS Tester...
- Volkswagen Warranty Helpline 2012 Holiday Hours of operation
- ElsaWeb Newsletter
- For concerns of navigation inaccuracy, with or without antenna fault codes, begin by checking the number...
- Rns 315
- When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top portion of the screen may not display streets
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