Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 701–800 of 1,571, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Oct 17, 2014–Jul 15, 2015.
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Jul 15, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
On-car analysis
NHTSA communication ID: 10144691
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On-car analysis list Customer Complaint: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
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Technical Bulletin (Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) heater electronics being ) contaminated with Ad Blue): This document informs what repairs are needed to fix the issue. This document contains the fault codes necessary to check the warranty coverage for servicing this issue.
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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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Warranty Extension for High-Pressure Fuel Pump Certain 2009-2012 Model Year Volkswagen Touareg TDI® Clean Diesel Engine Vehicles & Certain 2012 Model Year Volkswagen Passat TDI® Clean Diesel Engine Vehicles. This warranty extension covers the diagnosis and replacement of the high-pressure fuel pump only if the correct, uncontaminated fuel is present in your vehicle.
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Warranty Extension for High-Pressure Fuel Pump: Volkswagen informed customers of a decision to extend the warranty for the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) in the TDI® Clean Diesel engine vehicle under specific conditions to 10 years or 120,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's original in-service date.
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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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Warranty Information (Policies and Procedures Bulletin): Volkswagen has extended the warranty for the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) under specific conditions to 10 years or 120,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's original in-service date, for certain 2009 - 2012 Model Year (MY) Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Engine vehicles
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Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing the condition(No Start, or Rough Running) on a common rail diesel vehicle, if no root cause is found after checking all other components and all GFF diagnostic procedures have been performed, it may be necessary to check for metallic particles in the High Pressure Fuel Pump using the service section of this document.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
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VOLKSWAGEN: MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) IS ON AND ROUGH RUNNING, AND FAILS TO START ON SOME VEHICLES, NO ROOT CAUSE FOUND, CHECK FOR METALLIC PARTICLES IN HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. MODEL 2009-12 TOUAREG, PASSAT. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL.
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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 (Air Coolant Pump Control Circuit/Open): The document discusses diagnosing for the fault code DTC P023A (Charge Air Coolant Pump Control Circuit/Open)
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Tech Tips (Coolant Leak or Repeat Coolant Leak from the Water Pump Area): The document informs to inspect for issues, and why issues may happen. It also notes how to fix the issue, and other issues that could happen while repairing the issue
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Tech Tips (Radiator Identification Sensor): On TSI (2.0l CCTA, CBFA) equipped vehicles with fault code P2568 Direct Ozone Reduction Catalyst Temperature Sensor, this fault refers to - G611- as Radiator Identification Sensor. If the radiator requires replacement on any above listed vehicle, the -G611- will be packaged separately within the radiator packaging. The new sensor will need to be bonded to the radiator.
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Technical Bulletin: Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or Seized. In the case of a damaged turbocharger it is important to follow the steps contained in this document to avoid repeat repairs.
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VOLKSWAGEN: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE PERFORMANCE IS LACKING IN ENGINE AND TURBINE FAN SHAFT OF TURBO CHARGER HAS SEIZED OR IS BROKEN AND ENGINE OIL CIRCUIT SHOULD BE FLUSHED BEFORE TURBOCHARGER IS REPLACED. MODEL 2012-14 PASSAT. *PE
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.
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Tech Tips (Exhaust Gas Recirculation System Performance issues): After replacing the mass air flow sensor basic setting must be reset. This document informs of the procedure necessary to perform the reset
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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Technical Bulletin (Sunroof or Power Sunshade, Does Not Open/Close or Automatic Operation Does Not Function). This document contains Warranty information for coverage, and informs of methods to to service the issue
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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 (Squeaking Noises From Front Of Vehicle): Squeaking/creaking noise from front of vehicle while fully turning steering wheel. The document also gives information on servicing the issue
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Technical Bulletin (High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis): Completing the GFF high pressure pump function test is essential to diagnose proper pump operation and to avoid unnecessary replacements
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
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VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION: Volkswagen announced a warranty extension program to cover the High Pressure Fuel Pump on 2009-2012 model year TDI Clean Diesel Engine vehicles
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VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION: This document announced a warranty Volkswagen extension program to cover the High Pressure Fuel Pump on 2009-2012 model year TDI Clean Diesel Engine vehicles.
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Tech Tips: This Tech Tip provides an overview of vehicle four wheel alignment, and important steps that should be followed when performing four wheel alignments
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Tech Tips: This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on the steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center
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Tech Tips (Test Plan to Calibrate Adaptive Cruise Control Sensors Will Not Begin notice): Notification that If the test plan to calibrate the Adaptive Cruise Control Sensors will not begin, turn off the overhead lights in the shop. The wavelengths of some shop lighting interfere with the sensors during calibration.
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Technical Bulletin: This document concerns the sensitivity of the washer solvent level sensor (G33) can be affected by the type, concentration, and the presence of additives in the washer solvent currently in the tank. The operation of the level sensor relies on the composition of the solvent to provide an accurate message on the solvent level. Incorrect concentration and the presence of additives can contaminate the sensor and reduce its sensitivity.
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Tech Tips (Rear View Camera Inoperative issues): The rear view camera operates in conjunction with the rear parking aid system. If there are no faults in the radio or rear view camera, be sure to check the parking aid system for faults. Buzzer or sensor faults must be corrected for proper rear view camera operation.
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM.
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Technical Bulletin (Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or Seized): Document discusses diagnosis Codes necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of engine performance issue. The diagnosis codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available
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Technical Bulletin (Water /Snow in Blower Housing): Document discusses diagnosis Codes necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The diagnosis codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available
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VOLKSWAGEN: BEFORE REAR VIEW CAMERA IS PROPERLY OPERATIONAL, SHOULD BE CONNECTED TO BUZZER OR SENSOR FAULTS AND WORKING IN CONJUNCTION WITH REAR PARKING AID SYSTEM. MODELS 2009-15 TIGUAN, CC, PASSAT, TOUAREG. *PE
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
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Technical Bulletin: Update Programming of ECM for Concerns of a Bump Sensation after Coming to a Stop. The document contains the Update programming procedure Software Version Management unit codes. It also contains information on where to find if the service is covered under warranty
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ECM Software
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE.
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Some vehicles may experience exhaust turbocharger failure (under extreme cold weather conditions) in a brief time period after initial vehicle start up.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
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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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Technical Bulletin (Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance issues): This document informs that the monitoring strategy for the manifold absolute pressure sensor being too sensitive, causing P0106 to incorrectly set in the engine control module. The product solution for this issue was improved software.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE.
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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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Disconnect both O2 sensors (front and rear), start engine and let idle. Check MVB's 41/4 and 136/4 and verify have both changed from a 1 to a 0 (you may have to drive the car 4 miles to get them to reset to 0). Also a key cycle may be required for values to reset. This forces the ECM to re-learn the O2 sensor adaptation. Once MVB 41/4 and 136/4 read 0, re-connect the O2 sensors, road test and recheck for faults.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM).
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Tech Tips (Oxygen Sensor Reset Procedures): This document informs of the procedure to rest oxygen sensors -For 2009-2014 vehicles with engine codes CJAA or CBEA: -For 2012-2015 vehicles with engine codes CKRA, CVCA or CRUA:
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Technical Bulletin (Front Door Locks Hard to Release): This document informs of Customers who comment that the front door is hard to open with exterior handle. For concerns of front door lock hard to release from the outside door handle, or the outside handle binds. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
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VOLKSWAGEN: ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING GEAR HAS A NEW SOFTWARE UPDATE PROGRAM FOR POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE TO HELP REDUCE THE NECESSARY RETENTION FORCE OF KEEPING VEHICLE STRAIGHT. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM.
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Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative): This document informs that the rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may fall into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move. The spreader plug with expanding pin for securing the door glass to the window regulator can wander loose from the glass. If this occurs the door glass will no longer be secured to the window regulator. The production solution for this issue was and updated rear door glass and spreader plug with expanding pin in production. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available.
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Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This documentation informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignition is switched off in gasoline engine applications, and up to 16 minutes in diesel engine applications. The production solution to service this issue is that no production change is required.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
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This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on the steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center. Please reference VWIQ video: http://tech.vw-iq.com/video.php?id=324