Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 201–300 of 540, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Oct 22, 2014–Jun 28, 2017.
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Jun 28, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SM 44-2017 EN
NHTSA communication ID: 10155644
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This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
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Campaign Parts Bulletin - 69M8 and 69M9 - Takata Part ordering process - On May 5th, a Campaign Parts Bulletin about the updated Takata part ordering process was sent to all dealers. We?ve closely monitored the impact of that communication and would like to address several emerging trends.
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Campaign Parts Bulletin - 69M8 and 69M9 - Today, May 5th is the final standard weekly allocation of Takata airbag inflators. After this date, Takata allocations will be based on the previous week?s paid claim volume. It is CRITICAL that claims are submitted in a timely fashion in order to receive an appropriate volume of additional parts to support demand.
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This technical bulletin was updated per powertain team and warranty team. Info from this bulletin is combined with TB 2031075 (V241208) and 2038161 (V241506) due to warranty extension claiming/processing confusion. (Basically 3 technical bulletins covering the same DTC were combined into 1 technical bulletin). By combining the three technical bulletins it allowed for archiving (removal from publication) of V241208 and V241506 stated above.
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58 16 03 June 13, 2016 2039212 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 581503 dated July 21, 2015 to update Claim Processing statement. Corrosion on Rear Door in Trim Strip Area
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Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level. The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.
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Technical Bulletin about Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. The document also have infromation about where to find warrenty coverage for the service
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Document discusses Corrosion that may be found on the folded edge of the hood. The corrosion may be found on this edge anywhere around the hood. It discusses how to service it, and document that service. It discusses where to find what applies to warranties that offer coverage for the service
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Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.
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Technical Bulletin about a customer concern stating that customer observed one or more of the shocks/struts appearing to have an oil leak. Document contains examples of Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assessments
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The document refers to Corrosion being found where the rear bumper cover meets the quarter panel. It discusses how it can happen, and where to find warranty coverage to service the parts
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Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the windshield, rear window and wiper blades, should be checked first. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
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Technical Bulletin (Corrosion on Rear Door in Trim Strip Area): Because of incomplete bonding of the trim strip water can get between trim strip and door. Because of water ingress, corrosion is possible in the area of the guide holes. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue. This document also gives examples on filling out a claim form for the service.
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Technical Bulletin (Corrosion on the Front Door in Trim Strip Area): Because of incomplete bonding of the trim strip water can get between trim strip and door. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue. This document also gives examples on filling out a claim form for the service.
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Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): This document informs the procedure to remove the production mode setting when it is displayed in the instrument cluster.
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Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
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Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.
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This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
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This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
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Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR · VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS.
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Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move. This document contains the fault codes, and procedure to service these issues
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Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative issue diagnosis): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move
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A Volkswagen FLUID CAPACITY CHART which contains the various fluids necessary for a vehicle to run Cateorgories include (Engine Oil, Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission, Differential Automatic Transmission, Cooling System, Power Steering, Windshield Washer, A/C Refrigerant, A/C Refrigerant Oil
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When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:BLUETOOTH/WIFI.
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Tech Tips (SVM Update Instructions): This document informs when performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
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Technical Bulletin (Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults): Fuel quality impacts the operating performance, efficiency and service life of the engine. The use of poor quality fuels may result in deposit build up on the fuel injectors and intake valves. This may result in a rough running condition, sporadic misfires, or cold start misfire faults storing in the ECM fault memory. This document informs a Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.
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Tech Tips (Electro ? Steering - DTC 01309 008 ?No Communication with -J500-? is Stored in the ABS/ESP Module Only): This document informs If, after replacement of the steering rack, fault code 01309 008 is set in the ABS/ESP module only, follow the test plan in GFF for Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR) or channel 3 activation. If the test plan fails to clear the fault, follow the directions in this document using Vehicle Self Diagnosis in Address Word 44 - Steering Assistance:
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Fault code 02543 000 ?Brake Vacuum Sensor no Display? may be encountered in the ABS module. This may be caused by the hydraulic brake boost function (HBV) in adaptation value 61 being turned off (value = 0). All Passat Wagons (including 4motion) and 3.6L equipped sedans with front drive should have this function turned on (value = 1). Change the adaptation value and verify the fault has cleared. Additionally, it may be necessary to lock the vehicle and allow the modules to go to sleep to clear the fault.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR/TONE RING · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.