Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 301–400 of 453, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jan 14, 2013–Nov 1, 2013.
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Nov 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Maintenance - 20
NHTSA communication ID: 10156036
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Tech Tips (Bluetooth Compatibility): This document informs of the web address that can be used to check Bluetooth compatibility for all 2011, and newer vehicles, as well as 2010 Routan
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Tech Tips (No Crank/ No Start Starter Will Not Engage and there are No Related Codes): This document informs of two procedures to preform if the engine does not crank but a clicking noise can be heard from the starter.
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Tech Tips (No Crank/ No Start ?Starter Will Not Engage and there are No Related Codes): This document informs of two procedures to preform if the engine does not crank but a clicking noise can be heard from the starter.
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For uneven rear brake pad wear, off-brake noise or an issue other than the piston does not screw-in or re-adjust out, Do Not replace the rear caliper assembly.
Source components: SERVICE BRAKES · SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER · SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS.
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Tech Tips (Uneven Rear Brake Pad Wear): For uneven rear brake pad wear, off-brake noise or an issue other than the piston does not screw-in or re-adjust out, Do Not replace the rear caliper assembly. This document informs what, where to inspect for issues, and if replacement is necessary.
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Tech Tips (Battery Testing Info): This document informs Prior to testing the battery on any 2009 - 2014 Routan, first reference TB 2018694 (V271302) Battery, Use CCA when testing with the Midtronics MCR-340, Midtronics In-Charge 940 (INC 940), or VAS-6161.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
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Tech Tips (Uneven Rear Brake Pad Wear): For uneven rear brake pad wear, off-brake noise or an issue other than the piston does not screw-in or re-adjust out, Do Not replace the rear caliper assembly. This document informs what, where to inspect for issues, and if replacement is necessary.
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Tech Tips (Battery Testing Info): This document informs Prior to testing the battery on any 2009 - 2014 Routan, first reference TB 2018694 (V271302) Battery, Use CCA when testing with the Midtronics MCR-340, Midtronics In-Charge 940 (INC 940), or VAS-6161.
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Technical Bulletin (Battery, Use CCA when testing with the Midtronics MCR-340, Midtronics In-Charge 940 (INC 940), or VAS-6161): When testing the original factory battery in the Routan, for warranty purposes it is required to use the CCA rating of the factory battery label. The production solution to this issue is that no production change was required.
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Technical Bulletin (Battery, Use CCA when testing with the Midtronics MCR-340, Midtronics In-Charge 940 (INC 940), or VAS-6161): When testing the original factory battery in the Routan, for warranty purposes it is required to use the CCA rating of the factory battery label. The production solution to this issue is that no production change was required.
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Warranty Information (VW Engine Oil Reimbursement Table ? VW Castrol Oil Program): This communication contains the ?Volkswagen Engine Oil Reimbursement Table ? VW Castrol Oil Program? document which has been updated and is effective on October 1, 2013. This table is also available on WISE under Resource Center > Castrol Oil Program > VCOP Engine Oil Reimbursement Table.
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Routan Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
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Warranty Information (VW Engine Oil Reimbursement Table ? VW Castrol Oil Program): This communication contains the ?Volkswagen Engine Oil Reimbursement Table ? VW Castrol Oil Program? document which has been updated and is effective on October 1, 2013. This table is also available on WISE under Resource Center > Castrol Oil Program > VCOP Engine Oil Reimbursement Table.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
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Routan Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
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This bulletin provides a procedure to determine ?repair? versus ?replacement? of an automatic transmission. This procedure is to be used ?After? the transmission has been removed from the vehicle.
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Technical Bulletin (Automatic Transmission, Determining Repair versus Replacement): This bulletin provides a procedure to determine "repair" versus "replacement" of an automatic transmission. This procedure is to be used "After" the transmission has been removed from the vehicle.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
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ROUTAN Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
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In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time units to 30 time units during the system update posted on July 4th.
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VOLKSWAGEN: ON SOME VEHICLES, LOW FUEL STORED IN ECM PRESSURE, ENGINE WOULD CRANK BUT NOT START LONG PERIODS WITHOUT DRIVING, MAY RUN ROUGH AND/OR MIL ON. ALL MODELS 2008-2013. *PE
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Routan Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
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Technical Bulletin (Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements): At this time, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada do not support or warranty any use of aftermarket universal automatic transmission fluids or the machines used to flush the transmissions. This applies to all standard automatic and DSG transmissions.
Source components: POWER TRAIN · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
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Tech Tips (RHR Radio - iPod Connection Tip): This document informs The RHR radio can control an iPod when the device is connected directly to USB port located on the front of radio. Accessory iPod adapter kits available for other Routan radios will not operate with the RHR radio.
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We would like to inform you that the FAQ for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to include additional information for dealers to share with customers about the misfueling guard.
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Customer concerns of all cluster warning lights coming on, windshield wipers not turning off, headlights not shutting off may be caused by an interior high speed (IHS) CAN bus concern. Check the following before continuing with normal diagnosis. See TT 97-12-04 for more information about diagnosing CAN bus concerns.
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VOLKSWAGEN: DUE TO INTERIOR HIGH SPEED (IHS) CAN BUS, HEADLIGHTS, WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WARNING LIGHTS CLUSTER COMES ON AND FAILS TO SHUT OFF PROPERLY. MODELS 2009-2013 ROUTAN. *PE UPDATED 07/17/2013 *JS
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Some customers with Routan vehicles built through January 31, 2012 may Comkplain of harsh 1-3 upshifts when operating the vehicle in the economy (ECO mode)
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM) · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
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VOLKSWAGEN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. SOME VEHICLES, WHEN DRIVEN, MAY HAVE A HARSH 1-3 UPSHIFTS IN ECONOMY (ECO) MODE AND MAY HAVE AN ERROR IN SOFTWARE OF TORQUE MANAGEMENT AND CLUTCH HAS MORE PRESSURE THAN INTENDED. MODELS 2011-2012 ROUTAN. *PE
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).
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After a cold start, the engine coolant temperature gauge will slowly rise to approximately 190° F. When the F265 mapped thermostat opens, the gauge may drop by approximately 60° F before again rising to 190° F. No repairs should be attempted for this normal concern. F265 is pictured below.
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If key blade is found to stick or bind when opening or closing, check position of roll pin that secures key blade to mechanism. If roll pin is sticking out on either side (as shown below), do not replace key. Instead, use appropriate sized punch and hammer to drive in the roll pin so that it is flush with edge of mechanism.
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Tech Tips (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician Helpline VTA case while performing diagnosis for a diesel particulate filter, manual transmission repair, or turbocharger concern, it is recommended to complete the related worksheet/check sheet before calling. This document informs where Worksheets/Check Sheets are available on ServiceNet.
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Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number
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VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming UPDATE Routan RHR Radio Software): This document informs dealers of an upcomming update for RHR Radio Software.
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UPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 91K3 ? RHR Radio Software): This update has been proactively released to provide the latest enhancements to the RHR radio. 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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QUICK INSTALL (J-49225 Routan TPM-RKE Analyzer Software Installation): This document informs the installation of the TPM-RKE Analyzer software on Laptops and PC's and how to update the software from a previous version.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.
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Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): During PDI, or after installation of a replacement cluster, ?Pro? may be displayed in place of the odometer. The high beam indicator may be flashing in the instrument cluster as well. This indicates the cluster is in Production mode. Production mode is not the same as ?Transport? mode. This document infroms of the difference between Production, and Transport mode.
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When servicing the timing chain sprocket or removing the vibration damper, be aware that one bolt holds both the vibration damper (harmonic balancer) and the crankshaft timing chain sprocket to the crankshaft. Once the damper is removed, the crankshaft should not be rotated unless special tool spacer T10368 has been installed. The crankshaft timing chain sprocket and spur gear drive on the crankshaft have a coupling that must be seated correctly during assembly. Failure to install special tool spacer T10368 before rotating engine will cause the engine to skip time and bend valves.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · POWER TRAIN.