2012 Volkswagen Touareg technical service bulletins
978 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2012 Volkswagen Touareg.
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
- 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...
- What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.
- 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
- Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant
- Diesel Models only
- 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
- 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
- Vehicles included in this action have been identified as having received the Diesel Approved Emissions...
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
- Generator Replacement
- Strut or Shock leak assessment.
- DTC P3044 may be triggered by low battery voltage.
- 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.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going...
- Serv_act
- 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
- This Document informs dealers on VWP-17-06 revised.
- 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).
- 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
- 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
- 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.
- Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)
- Engine and/or transmission control module software designed and certified for similar models/model years...
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
- Engine oil consumption measurement
- Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.
- Update to special tool number
- Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.
- This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
- Selective Catalytic Reduction (Adblueâ¢) Light Reset
- 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
- Trailer hitch install, module programming, Update to existing Tip
- Parts ordering information
- Information on the location of trailer brake controller connector and adapter harness creation.
- 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.
- 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).
- Updated key ordering protocol
- Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.
- Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
- 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.
- 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
- Direction for cap discharge after fuel sending unit replacement.
- 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
- Engine and/or transmission control software designed and certified for a similar model/model year may have...
- Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
- Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication
- ERP fault information.
- Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant
- Due to a parts catalog error, incorrect emissions related component(s) may have been installed on some...
- Update model applicability to MY 2020.
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.
- Due to a parts catalog error, incorrect emissions related component(s) may have been installed on some...
- Added: Torque Spec table
- Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only
- Update to mode; and model year applicability.
- Include additional photo's of water ingress
- TT 001202........Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB
- Quick Reference Update Guide.
- This document informs dealers of the Extended Emissions Warranty Limited Warranty Extension for 3.0L TDI...
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
- This document outlines updates to the software used to perform vehicle diagnostics
- REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references
- Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models
- Trailer braking information.
- Vehicle Fuse location assistance.
- Document detailing changes and fixes to ODIS Service Diagnostic software.
- Infotainment worksheet.
- Steering wheel heater Updated procedural steps.
- Engine oil quality standards
- This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWP-15-06 to exclude the fuel sample requirements.
- Updated to include an additional warranty claiming statement.
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned only if it meets the criteria provided.
- 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.
- Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.
- This document details updates to the ODIS diagnostic software
- High Pressure Fuel Pump diagnosis.
- Email Important TDI Announcement Duplicate Photos in IN-FORM
- This document outlines fixes within the ODIS vehicle diagnostic software for various test plans.
- Adhesive circular
- UDS Basic settings directions
- Information on the location of trailer brake controller connector and adapter harness creation
- Adaptive front lighting descriptive
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
- Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
- The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned and only the superseded part numbers used going...
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
- MIBII Informational Document
- Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
- 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
- This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWC-17-11
- This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWC-17-11
- Horn and ancillary steering wheel controls diagnosis.
- Updated Adblue reset procedure
- Campaign Parts Bulletin_3.0L TDI Emissions Recalls 23R3, 23V1 & 23V6
- DTC Status Bit Definitions.
- Engine replacement tip
- Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may
- This Document informs dealers to upload fuel receipts to INFORM rather than Doc-IT
- Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.
- Loss of 15 power defeat process.
- Part number listed is to be returned if it meet the criteria provided in the document.
- Details to clarify EGT sensor location.
- This document advises dealers regarding the mandatory fuel refill for vehicles receiving the 3.0L TDI...
- Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
- Additional diagnostic recommendations for adblue faults
- Remote Ket battery diagnostics
- The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction...
- Key Battery Diagnostic Process
- 3.0L tdi
- This document informs dealers of coding instructions for AdBlue refills after AEM performed for 3.0L TDI...
- This document informs dealers of coding instructions for fuel fill after AEM performed for 3.0L TDI...
- This document informs dealers of the Extended Emissions Warranty Limited Warranty Extension for 3.0L TDI...
- TDI update
- E-mail_CLARIFICATION ? Important TDI Announcement: VW 3.0L TDI GEN 1.2 Modification Available July 26
- Important TDI Announcement: VW 3.0L TDI GEN 1.2 Modification Available July 30
- Important TDI Announcement: Upcoming Close of 2.0L Settlement Program
- 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...
- Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan
- Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year...
- Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
- Diagnostic steps to address coolant contamination of the vacuum supply line to the coolant pump.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document
- Update to expand fuel testing for lean DTCS.
- Updated to include an additional diagnostic trouble code (P04F0)
- Component replacement recommendation to address DTCS P102A and P0128
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- Trailer braking information
- Trailer towing information
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- Vas 6154
- Engine 3.0L Hybrid: CGFA: Changed Oil Capacity to 6.8L (7.2qt).
- Update to existing Tech Tip to address correct octane usage by model year and fuel quality that effect...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all 7P0-301-327-F shield and order 7P0-301-327-H shield...
- Description and clarification of hill hold function to prevent unneccesary repairs.
- Adhesive application for installation on all areo parts solds as an accessory
- Tip to perform GFF feedback for test plan issues.
- Seach tips to assist in finding DTC information
- Update fuel sampling requirement.
- Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability
- Update existing technical bulletin to include model year 2017 applicability.
- Quick Reference of vehicle concerns
- Update to existing Tech Tip 91-11-01 for later model years, to direct technicians to the bluetooth...
- Dealer Communication
- This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound...
- Updated to include model year 2017 applicability.
- Include additional diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) applicability.
- 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...
- Update model year 2015 and 2016 Touareg and include VIN ranges.
- 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.
- This bulletin informs dealers of a warranty extension on the AdBlue heater.
- 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
- 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).
- To include model year 2017 applicability.
- Update technical bulletin to include all 2017 models
- Engine, misfire diagnostic aid the MIL is flashing or illuminated."
- Explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 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.
- Tech tip denoting potential for damage of the data link connector when using after market plug in devices...
- Email to dealers explaining that the registration period for the tdi goodwill package for the 3.0L tdi has...
- Mil-on, fault P309F or P309D, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel...
- Mil-on, fault P309F or P309D, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel...
- This communication informs dealers of the warranty claim coding for 30-DAY inventory maintenances on 2.0L...
- 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
- 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,...
- 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.
- 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...
- 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.
- 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.
- 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...
- Goodwill Package.
- 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
- On-car analysis list Customer Complaints:
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints:
- Technical Bulletin (Fuel Rail/System Pressure, and Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor issues): When diagnosing the...
- 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 (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not...
- Tech Tips: Touareg with Trailer Hitch ? J345 Trailer Recognition Control Module and/or Trailer Brake...
- Technical Bulletin (Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) heater electronics being ) contaminated with Ad Blue):
- 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...
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
- 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...
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates,...
- Tech Tips: The document discusses the conditions of when turbo can to be fixed or replaced
- 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,...
- Tech Tips: When adapting keys on a Touareg, it is necessary to complete the ?Adapt Immobilizer? test
- Technical Bulletin (Squeaking Noises From Front Of Vehicle): Squeaking/creaking noise from front of...
- Technical Bulletin (High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis): Completing the GFF high pressure pump function...
- 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:
- Tech Tips: 3.0 TDI Touareg AdBlue Injector Quantity Volume Test
- 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...
- 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: Vibrations in Steering Wheel issues Document discusses diagnosis of problem, and...
- After replacement of the Driver seat control module (J810) the vehicle may not recognize the new module
- Quick Reference Update Guide
- VW Elsa Newsletter
- Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
- Tech Tips (SVM Update Instructions):
- When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically...
- Technical Bulletin (Vibrations in Steering Wheel): After a short stationary period (sometimes as little as...
- Vibrations in Steering Wheel
- Technical Bulletin (Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults): Fuel quality impacts the...
- 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...
- 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
- Tech Tips (ECM Fault P1250 "Fuel Level Too Low" Will Not Clear):
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): In cases where an air...
- Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
- Tech Tips (AC Compressor Replacement, Refrigerant Circuit Flushing Requirement):
- Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement):
- 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)
- Technical Bulletin (Power Steering Rack Vibrations in Steering Wheel):
- 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:
- When diagnosis on the above engine leads to the testing of the N75, please refer to the picture below
- Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement):
- Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement):
- Oil Consumption Measurement
- Elsa newsletter
- Technical Bulletin (Radio Software issues):
- Rns 850
- Technical Bulletin (High-voltage repairs on Hybrid and Electric vehicles): High Voltage topics are very...
- 2009-2015
- Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder
- Slave Cylinder
- Tech Tips (2009-2014 All TDI (2.0L, 3.0L) Common Rail models Passat, Golf, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen,...
- 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...
- 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
- Tech Tips (V6 3.6L-Evap Tank Leak Test): It is recommended to perform the EVAP tank leak test on V6...
- 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 (Vibration or Steering Wheel Shimmy at Highway Speeds): The suspension characteristics of the...
- 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
- The suspension characteristics of the Touareg make it more susceptible to variations in the rim and/or tire
- 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: 3.0L TDI Ad Blue Reset Procedure: To reset the Ad Blue level light after the tank has been filled;
- Tech Tips (Engine Control Module Fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder?):
- Tech Tips (Touareg Key Adaptation): When adapting keys on a 2011-2014 Touareg, it is necessary to complete...
- When adapting keys on a 2011-2014 Touareg, it is necessary to complete the ?Adapt Immobilizer? test plan...
- 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
- Tech Tips (Resetting Inspection Service and Interval Service):
- The procedure for resetting the "Reset Inspection Service" is different from "Reset Interval Service"....
- Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can
- Tech Tips (Touareg
- Tech Tips (All Navigation Radios-All Models): When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top...
- TDI Ad Blue® Reset Procedure
- 3.0L tdi
- HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
- All Navigation Radios-All Models
- 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...
- 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 (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system
- 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...
- Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open
- 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
- Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing a MIL ON, no-start or rough...
- 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...
- 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
- Wiper Motor Noisy or Inoperative
- 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 News Letter
- Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
- 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
- Tech Tips (Child Seat Anchor Covers): The child seat anchor covers should only be used when a child seat...
- Tech Tips (3.6L ? MIL ON with DTCs P2400, P2404):
- MIL ON with DTCs P2400, P2404.
- MIL ON with DTCs P2400, P2404
- The child seat anchor covers should only be used when a child seat will be installed into the vehicle.
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- Webinars and Job Aids.
- Child Seat Anchor Covers.
- 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.
- Tech Tips (Bluetooth Compatibility):
- Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system
- Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- P0102, P1128, P1296
- 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 (RNS 850 Radio Software Update):
- Technical Bulletin (Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain): To ensure that customer...
- Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain
- On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- Technical Bulletin (High Voltage Repairs on Hybrid Vehicles): High Voltage topics are very diverse and...
- Technical Bulletin (Cold Start
- Update Programming to Improve Cold Start
- 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...
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns(including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- Volkswagen: corrosion forming in differential pressure sensor causing malfunction indicator light (MIL) to...
- Volkswagen: information in owner's manual regarding the issue of electronic parking brake
- 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)...
- Touareg
- Technical Bulletin (Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces) The surfaces of chrome parts can get...
- Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box...
- In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time...
- Tech Tips (Equipped with Turbocharged Engine Turbocharger Replacement Tip): If mechanical damage is found...
- Install Misfueling Guard
- The suspension characteristics of the Touareg make it more susceptible to variations in the rim and/or tire
- 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):
- Touareg Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)
- Technical Bulletin (Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements): At this time, Volkswagen Group of America,...
- Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines...
- Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
- Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The sunroof's "Basic Setting" has been...
- We would like to inform you that the FAQ for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to include additional...
- 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)
- Volkswagen: some vehicles may experience a misfire and/or reduced engine performance
- Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
- Customer concern of seat backrest in a different position when re-entering the vehicle may be caused by...
- Updated Owner?s Manual Information ? Electronic Parking Brake
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission
- After a cold start, the engine coolant temperature gauge will slowly rise to approximately 190° F. When...
- After installing the -J345- trailer recognition control module (vehicles with PR code 1D8 only), wiring...
- Power Steering Rack Vibrations in Steering Wheel The customer
- Customer may report that radio intermittently displays one station while audio is from a different station.
- Bluetooth Compatibility.
- Radio Navigation Unit Security Label
- Volkswagen: due to the diagnostic strategy being too sensitive, and fault codes stored in ECM memory,...
- Update Programming
- To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at...
- Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
- 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
- Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
- Engine Exhaust Flap Limited Warranty Extension
- Update Programming to Eliminate Cold Start
- Volkswagen: it is a normal occurrence for the electric coolant fans to continue to run after the ignition...
- Speed Warning Selection
- 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 (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician...
- Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification):
- VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming Communication to Owners of 2009-2013 MY Volkswagen TDI Clean...
- Tech Tips (Keyless Entry Remotes Inoperative issue): If all keyless entry remotes are inoperative but...
- Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): During PDI, or after installation of a replacement...
- Tech Tips (Front Seat Backrest is in a Different Position When Re-entering the Vehicle): Customer concern...
- Cbfa 2.0T tsi
- When servicing the timing chain sprocket or removing the vibration damper, be aware that one bolt holds...
- ElsaWeb Newsletter
- High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
- Volkswagen: intake manifold restriction check
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns
- Volkswagen:evaporative (EVAP) emission system, diagnostic trouble code 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 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
- On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Fuel gauge doesn't read full when the fuel tank is
- Tech Tips (Front Seat Backrest is in a Different Position When Re-entering the Vehicle):
- Technical Bulletin (PDI
- Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines...
- Front Seat Backrest is in a Different Position When Re-entering the Vehicle
- Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder
- 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...
- Engine Control Module Updates:
- Engine Control Module Updates:
- Update
- Volkswagen dealership communication (update 23K9 tdi
- Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification):
- Warranty Information (Volkswagen Amenity Subsidy Program
- Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates:
- Warranty Information (Volkswagen Amenity Subsidy Program
- Volkswagen: all models experience the timing chain slipping, rattling noises of the engine after starting,...
- Volkswagen: see document search button for customer letter
- Customer States Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear
- It is recommended to perform the EVAP tank leak test on V6 equipped Touareg through Control Module OBD....
- For concerns of navigation inaccuracy, with or without antenna fault codes, begin by checking the number...
- Rns 315
- When the RNS 850 system is in 3D mode, the top portion of the screen will not display streets
- When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top portion of the screen may not display streets
- Rns 850
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