2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg

These recalls apply to the make, model, and year of your car – and should be fixed as soon as possible.

1 Recalls for 2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg

Recall Date Component Summary
2017-03-08 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Volkswagen Group of America Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2007-2010 Touareg vehicles. The fuel filter flange may crack and allow fuel to leak out.

Remedy:

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel filter flange if cracks are found. A protective cover will be applied to the fuel filter to prevent oxidization cracks from forming. These repairs will be made free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen’s number for the recall is 20Z4.

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0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg

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Date Component  

22 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg

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Date Component  
2017-07-17 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11005893
2017-07-06 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11003267
2017-05-10 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10984636
2017-02-28 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10957595
2016-12-28 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10938319
2019-07-16 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11232517
2019-05-24 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11209684
2019-02-05 AIR BAGS | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11174501
2018-09-10 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11128533
2016-02-24 ENGINE
ODI Number: 10837911
2015-02-19 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10689488
2014-10-28 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10650854
2014-10-08 ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10643306
2014-08-01 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
ODI Number: 10618221
2014-08-05 FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10619021
2014-07-28 ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10617038
2014-06-18 TIRES
ODI Number: 10599210
2014-02-27 ENGINE | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
ODI Number: 10566371
2014-01-23 ENGINE | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10561203
2013-11-12 ENGINE | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
ODI Number: 10551861
2013-06-28 SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 10522258
2011-04-23 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ODI Number: 10397833
Is the government investigating the safety of your vehicle? Find out here.

2 Investigations for 2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg

Date Opened Date Closed Component  
2011-02-07 2015-03-27 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
2011-02-07 2015-03-27 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Manufacturers tell dealers about repairs for on your car. But they won’t tell you – unless you know to ask. Knowledge is power.

563 Service Alerts for 2010 VOLKSWAGEN Touareg

Date Description
2022-06-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments. (excludes Routan & ID.4)

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2022-06-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2022-06-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2022-06-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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2013-08-23 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Tech Tips.

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2022-06-08 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include ID.4

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2022-06-15 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Gasoline quality.

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2022-06-08 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS

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2022-06-08 119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS

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2022-06-15 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine misfire diagnostic aid.

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2022-06-06 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2022-06-15 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.

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2022-06-15 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VW engine oil specifications. Update to model year applicability.

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2022-06-14 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.

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2022-06-14 100000 POWER TRAIN

Auto Trans fluid requirements.

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2016-01-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

Goodwill Package.

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2022-06-06 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.

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2022-06-06 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VW engine oil specifications. Update to attachments.

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2022-06-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.

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2022-06-22 119111 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction. Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.

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2022-06-23 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.

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2022-06-23 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.

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2022-06-23 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Gasoline quality check. Update to model and model year applicability.

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2016-01-22 140000 AIR BAGS

Airbag Issues.

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2022-05-26 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine oil pressure priming.

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2022-05-26 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine oil pressure priming.

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2013-08-23 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Tech Tips.

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2013-08-23 010200 STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE

Tech Tips.

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2016-01-20 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VW Engine Oil Capacities.

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2016-01-20 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

VW Engine Oil Capacities.

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2022-05-19 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Diagnostic aid for DTC P0088 & P1025.

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2022-05-18 138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Cleaning of Heating and Ventilation system, Updated to include additional model year applicability and cost of cleaning solution in warranty table.

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2022-05-16 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.

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2022-05-12 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.

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2013-11-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

Part ordering

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2022-04-26 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-04-07 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation. Update model year applicability to include 2022.

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2013-12-03 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Rattling noises from engine compartmen area or exhaust system.

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2022-03-14 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine oil consumption measurement. Update procedure and work sheet.

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2022-03-02 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.

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2022-03-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-09-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-02-24 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update model and model year applicability, introduce new coolant G12Evo.

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2022-02-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-01-19 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2022-01-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-01-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-01-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery testing using VW special tools, updated to include additional model year applicability and include I.D.4.

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2021-12-13 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-15 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.

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2021-12-03 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Explanation of error message received from scan tool when erasing diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in Control Module -623- after repair.

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2021-11-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update to model year applicability.

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2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.

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2021-01-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-10-28 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2020-11-11 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-11-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-11-11 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2021-10-26 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

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2021-09-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-08-04 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

A/C Compressor replacement requirements, updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2021-07-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-07-28 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-06-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-06-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.

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2021-06-21 090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2021-06-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2021-06-22 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

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2021-06-22 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

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2021-06-29 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-06-21 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Version Management (SVM)

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2021-06-22 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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2021-06-03 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-06-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-05-11 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-05-18 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Removing musty odor from A/C system. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-04-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-04-05 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-04-09 350000 EQUIPMENT

Parts ordering information

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2021-04-30 350000 EQUIPMENT

Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time w

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2021-04-16 210000 TRAILER HITCHES

Trailer hitch install, module programming, Update to existing Tip

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2021-04-16 350000 EQUIPMENT

Trailer hitch install, module programming, Update to existing Tip

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2021-03-15 210000 TRAILER HITCHES

Information on the location of trailer brake controller connector and adapter harness creation.

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2021-03-03 100000 POWER TRAIN

Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2021-03-02 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.

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2021-03-01 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

VW approved gasoline fuel additive, update to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-12-18 350000 EQUIPMENT

Updated key ordering protocol

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2020-12-18 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Updated key ordering protocol

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2021-02-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.

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2021-02-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.

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2021-02-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction updated to include model year 2021

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2020-11-05 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-11-05 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Oil consumption test updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-12-18 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Updated key ordering protocol

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2020-12-18 350000 EQUIPMENT

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).

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2021-01-14 160000 STRUCTURE

Body surfaces (engine compartment and underside of hood) are not directly visible (exposed) therefore do not match exterior paint finish.

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2021-01-29 280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Data link diagnostics and tips

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2020-11-11 062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-11-11 138500 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REFRIGERANT HOSES AND FITTINGS

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2021-01-26 042100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR

A/C requirements, update to title.

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2021-01-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery testing. Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2020-10-29 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Using Nitrogen to assist in finding A/C refrigerant leaks.

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2020-08-10 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Recall Reminder Part Labels

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2020-09-25 160000 STRUCTURE

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-07-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2020-07-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2020-05-11 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

New machine version added to table.

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2020-05-12 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A

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2020-06-15 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Update brochure part number and recording URL. Update model and model year applicability.

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2020-04-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

Tire Chain Information (for California dealers only) All Model Years. Information only for all other dealers.

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2020-06-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.

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2020-06-02 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Update to include 2020-2021 model and model year applicability.

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2020-06-11 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Metadata update (add MY 2014 Eos (missing).

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2020-04-16 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2020-04-21 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-10-02 010000 STEERING

Mandatory fastener.

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2020-10-02 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Mandatory fastener.

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2020-10-02 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Mandatory fastener.

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2020-10-07 061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

During routine evaluation testing, it was determined that some software functions required updates.

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2020-10-08 061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

During routine evaluation testing, it was determined that some software functions required updates.

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2020-04-02 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

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2020-09-04 046000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-09-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-09-18 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.

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2020-09-18 061560 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE SENSOR

Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.

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2020-04-30 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Voltage Drop Testing. Updated for picture clarity.

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2020-08-24 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed. To include additional models and model year applicability. A.C. Compressor Replacement, GFF Required Regardless of Concern and Flush Requirement

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2020-08-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.

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2020-04-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2020-09-15 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-09-28 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Symptom based diagnostic assistance for high pressure fuel pump being out of time.

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2020-07-31 250000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) function test may not end on its own causing DTC.

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2020-04-24 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Voltage Drop Testing.

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2020-09-25 350000 EQUIPMENT

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-09-25 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Antilock brake function test direction.

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2020-01-08 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2020-01-08 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2020-03-20 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Additional Guided Functions programming assistance. Updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2019-11-25 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2020-03-26 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-10-29 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2019-10-29 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2019-11-04 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

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2020-03-13 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.

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2020-03-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication – March 10, 2020

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2019-11-07 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only

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2020-01-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

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2020-01-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-11-11 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Added: Torque Spec table

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2020-02-21 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ERP fault information.

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2019-11-04 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

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2019-12-05 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update model applicability to MY 2020.

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2019-12-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update model applicability to MY 2020.

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2020-03-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-12-02 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-12-02 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2020-01-09 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2020-01-09 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant. Introducing new coolant type.

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2019-10-17 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-08-19 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards. Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-09-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-09-04 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-09-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Include additional photo’s of water ingress. Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

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2019-06-13 350000 EQUIPMENT

Remote Key Battery Replacement

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2019-06-13 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Remote Key Battery Replacement

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2019-09-24 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2017-06-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

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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2019-04-16 114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

Information on the location of trailer brake controller connector and adapter harness creation. This document also applies to the 2004 Touareg.

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2019-02-18 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

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2019-06-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document details updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include fixes to SVMs and diagnostic tests. Also includes 2009 Tiguan.

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2019-04-29 350000 EQUIPMENT

Adhesive circular. Note: also includes 2004 Golf, Jetta, Passat, Touareg, GTI,

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2019-08-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document outlines updates to the software used to perform vehicle diagnostics

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2019-08-15 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

This document outlines updates to the software used to perform vehicle diagnostics

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2019-08-23 350000 EQUIPMENT

TT 001202……..Also includes 2005 Jetta wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

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2019-06-12 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update vehicle metadata.

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2019-06-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Update vehicle metadata.

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2019-10-04 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This document outlines updates to the ODIS diagnostic software. Updates include corrected diagnostic test plans for the stated vehicles.

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2019-06-12 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

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2019-06-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

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2019-08-20 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

This document informs dealers of the Extended Emissions Warranty Limited Warranty Extension for 3.0L TDI Gen 1.1 vehicles. Added clarification on totaled vehicles and loaners

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2019-08-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references. ADDED EFB to “Select correct battery type” in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.

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2019-08-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

Quick Reference Update Guide.

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2019-06-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.

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2019-06-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.

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2019-06-12 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.

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2019-02-19 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

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2019-06-12 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.

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2019-06-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.

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2019-06-12 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.

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2018-11-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

Email Important TDI Announcement Duplicate Photos in IN-FORM

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2019-02-27 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document

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2017-06-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide

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2019-05-23 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document outlines fixes within the ODIS vehicle diagnostic software for various test plans.

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2019-02-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2018-11-13 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update vehicle metadata.

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2019-02-15 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2018-11-29 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.

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2018-11-29 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.

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2018-11-29 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to TB to include model year 2018 & 2019 applicability.

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2019-06-12 081100 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

High Pressure Fuel Pump diagnosis.

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2018-11-13 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.

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2019-03-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Alternative method for radio code retrieval.

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2019-03-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

Alternative method for radio code retrieval.

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2019-07-26 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Vehicle Fuse location assistance.

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2018-11-26 140000 AIR BAGS

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

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2019-03-29 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Adaptive front lighting descriptive

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2018-11-21 140000 AIR BAGS

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

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2019-03-27 350000 EQUIPMENT

The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.

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2019-03-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

The part numbers listed in the document are to be returned and only the superseded part numbers used going forward.

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2017-06-29 114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

Trailer braking information

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2017-06-29 210000 TRAILER HITCHES

Trailer towing information

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2017-06-29 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Trailer towing information

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2019-07-15 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWP-15-06 to exclude the fuel sample requirements.

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2019-07-26 114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

Trailer braking information.

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2019-07-24 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Document detailing changes and fixes to ODIS Service Diagnostic software.

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2019-07-02 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Updated to include an additional warranty claiming statement.

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2019-07-16 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine oil quality standards. Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.

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2012-11-13 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Information (Regularly Scheduled Maintenance Interval Time or Mileage Guidelines): The Volkswagen Customer Experience Team has monitored the claims processed through the Carefree Maintenance (CFM) program from its inception. Thei

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2019-07-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models. Also includes R32 2002-2007 and 2002-2006 Jetta Wagon.

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2019-06-12 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

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2019-06-12 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2017-06-29 114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

Trailer braking information

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2019-02-18 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Condensation and/or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

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2019-02-18 350000 EQUIPMENT

Condensation and/or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

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2019-03-12 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

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2017-06-29 210000 TRAILER HITCHES

Trailer towing information

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2017-06-29 350000 EQUIPMENT

Trailer towing information

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2017-06-29 114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

Trailer braking information

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2019-03-22 100000 POWER TRAIN

Engine Start Not Possible Message, AdBlueÿ¿ÿ® SCR Reset for Lock out. Update to adaptations channel.

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2019-03-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

Engine Start Not Possible Message, AdBlueÿ¿ÿ® SCR Reset for Lock out. Update to adaptations channel.

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2019-03-22 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine Start Not Possible Message, AdBlueÿ¿ÿ® SCR Reset for Lock out. Update to adaptations channel.

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2017-09-25 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year applicability

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2013-10-03 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. This document informs how to test

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2012-11-13 350000 EQUIPMENT

VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (20R9 Service Action Kit Allocation): Volkswagen will be sending an additional allocation of 20R9 kits for dealership?s to use. In addition to any customer vehicles showing the 20R9 service action open

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2019-02-18 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

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2012-10-24 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-10-24 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-10-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (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. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2012-10-25 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Bulletin (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. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2017-09-14 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.

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2013-10-18 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Alarm Goes Off When Unlocking Door With Key Cylinder): This document informs if the vehicle is entered using the door key, the alarm may activate when opening the door. The door lock cylinder does not disarm the alarm. The lock

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2012-10-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Updates (RVU): This document informs of the reflashs that took place at specific updated software levels to address the complaints of various cars.

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2012-10-26 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Access/Start Module Fault 00183 ?Interior Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1-R138? Diagnosis Tip): When diagnosing Access/start fault 00183, be aware that the fault can indicate a concern with either the R138 Interior Access/S

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2013-11-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

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? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Spec

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2017-09-14 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.

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2013-09-13 020000 SUSPENSION

Tech Tips (Clicking Noise from Rear End): This document informs For a complaint of ?clicking noise when backing up and then braking?, be sure to check the lower outboard control arm in the rear suspension for any play in the bushing. Th

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2013-09-13 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Tech Tips (Clicking Noise from Rear End): This document informs For a complaint of ?clicking noise when backing up and then braking?, be sure to check the lower outboard control arm in the rear suspension for any play in the bushing. Th

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2012-10-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

2010 Volkswagen Maintenance Schedule For USA Touareg 3.0L TDI Engine: This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles.

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2012-10-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number

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2012-10-08 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number

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2018-12-14 010000 STEERING

Horn and ancillary steering wheel controls diagnosis.

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2018-12-14 011000 STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

Horn and ancillary steering wheel controls diagnosis.

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2018-12-14 110100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN

Horn and ancillary steering wheel controls diagnosis.

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2012-10-24 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

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2012-10-24 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Hood, Under Hood Not Painted Body Color): The paint color and/or finish of the engine compartment and underside of hood may not match the exterior paint color of the vehicle. Depending on vehicle model and production

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2013-10-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle

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2012-10-25 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletin (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. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2012-10-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (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. This document informs of how the Finish can be signifi

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2013-10-03 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. This document informs how to test

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2013-10-18 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Tech Tips (Alarm Goes Off When Unlocking Door With Key Cylinder): This odcument informs if the vehicle is entered using the door key, the alarm may activate when opening the door. The door lock cylinder does not disarm the alarm. The lock

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2013-10-18 353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES

Tech Tips (Alarm Goes Off When Unlocking Door With Key Cylinder): This odcument informs if the vehicle is entered using the door key, the alarm may activate when opening the door. The door lock cylinder does not disarm the alarm. The lock

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2013-09-13 020000 SUSPENSION

Tech Tips (Clicking Noise from Rear End): This document informs For a complaint of ?clicking noise when backing up and then braking?, be sure to check the lower outboard control arm in the rear suspension for any play in the bushing. Th

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2013-10-29 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An 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 st

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2017-06-29 350000 EQUIPMENT

Trailer towing information

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2017-06-29 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Trailer towing information

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2013-12-03 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and

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2012-10-29 100000 POWER TRAIN

Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder – Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis): A Customer may comment: ? Complaints on clutch system. ? After pressing the clutch pedal, it remains on the floor. Due to mis-diagnosis of clutch systems, and to

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2012-10-29 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder – Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis): A Customer may comment: ? Complaints on clutch system. ? After pressing the clutch pedal, it remains on the floor. Due to mis-diagnosis of clutch systems, and to

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2012-10-24 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not Set): Some readiness codes on TDI clean diesel vehicles require special driving conditions to be set. If DTCs have been recently erased

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2012-10-24 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not Set): Some readiness codes on TDI clean diesel vehicles require special driving conditions to be set. If DTCs have been recently erased

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-10-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

2010 Volkswagen Maintenance Schedule For USA All Models except Routan: This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles.

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2012-10-26 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Access/Start Module Fault 00183 ?Interior Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1-R138? Diagnosis Tip): When diagnosing Access/start fault 00183, be aware that the fault can indicate a concern with either the R138 Interior Access/St

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2012-10-26 350000 EQUIPMENT

Tech Tips (Access/Start Module Fault 00183 ?Interior Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1-R138? Diagnosis Tip): When diagnosing Access/start fault 00183, be aware that the fault can indicate a concern with either the R138 Interior Access/St

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2012-10-26 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Tech Tips (Access/Start Module Fault 00183 ?Interior Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1-R138? Diagnosis Tip): When diagnosing Access/start fault 00183, be aware that the fault can indicate a concern with either the R138 Interior Access/St

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2013-10-07 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Warranty Information (Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations): Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations for All VW Models Except Routan ElsaWeb/Pro was updated on August 12, 2013 with the following Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operations

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2012-10-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.

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2012-11-13 350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Information (Regularly Scheduled Maintenance Interval Time or Mileage Guidelines): The Volkswagen Customer Experience Team has monitored the claims processed through the Carefree Maintenance (CFM) program from its inception. Thei

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2013-11-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

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? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Spec

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2013-10-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This document informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignition i

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2019-02-15 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2019-02-15 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Instrument cluster production mode solution, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2013-12-03 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2013-10-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Information (Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations): Volkswagen DoubleCheck Labor Operations for All VW Models Except Routan ElsaWeb/Pro was updated on August 12, 2013 with the following Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operations

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2012-11-02 136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence and factory defect.

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2013-10-29 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An 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 st

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2017-09-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update brochure part number, literature ordering websie address and include an additional model year applicability

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2013-10-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF): This document informs it is considered normal operation for the electric coolant fans to continue to run for up to 15 minutes after the ignition i

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2012-11-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (20R9 Service Action Kit Allocation): This document informs of the submission of additional 20R9 kits for dealership?s use. The document instructs parts managers to use the kits to address any affected

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2012-11-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TDI ECM Software Update): This ECM Software update to address customer satisfaction issues. This document discusses the “Fault Codes” necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes f

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2012-11-06 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TDI ECM Software Update): This ECM Software update to address customer satisfaction issues. This document discusses the “Fault Codes” necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes f

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2018-09-18 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

This Document informs dealers to upload fuel receipts to INFORM rather than Doc-IT

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2018-09-18 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

This Document informs dealers to upload fuel receipts to INFORM rather than Doc-IT

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2018-09-28 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may cause engine damage

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2018-09-28 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may cause engine damage

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2018-09-28 072200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Incorrect removal of Turbocharger oil feed line may cause engine damage

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2018-09-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Comfort/BCM Replacement direction, updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2018-12-17 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWC-17-11 – REVISED – Pre-existing MIL-On Condition in Regards to the TDI AEM Recalls for Customer Vehicles (Revised 12/17/18). Gen 1 and Gen 3 2.0L TDI no longer apply.

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2018-08-13 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.

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2018-07-23 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Important TDI Announcement: Upcoming Close of 2.0L Settlement Program

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2018-07-26 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. Additionally, high heat levels can cause the AdBlue fluid to react with the heating fins, causing a varia

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2018-07-26 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. Additionally, high heat levels can cause the AdBlue fluid to react with the heating fins, causing a varia

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2018-07-27 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. Additionally, high heat levels can cause the AdBlue fluid to react with the heating fins, causing a varia

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2018-07-27 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

The reductive agent fluid (AdBlue) could contaminate the temperature sensor, causing the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to come on. Additionally, high heat levels can cause the AdBlue fluid to react with the heating fins, causing a varia

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-01-11 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Alternative method for radio code retrieval.

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2019-01-30 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWC-17-11 – REVISED – Pre-existing MIL-On Condition in Regards to the TDI AEM Recalls for Customer Vehicles (Revised 12/17/18). Gen 1, Gen 2 and Gen 3 2.0L TDI no longer apply.

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2019-01-30 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Document informs dealers on the Revised VWC-17-11 – REVISED – Pre-existing MIL-On Condition in Regards to the TDI AEM Recalls for Customer Vehicles (Revised 12/17/18). Gen 1, Gen 2 and Gen 3 2.0L TDI no longer apply.

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2018-08-07 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

TDI Announcement: VW 3-0L TDI GEN 1-1 Resale Approval

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2018-08-07 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

TDI Announcement: VW 3-0L TDI GEN 1-1 Resale Approval

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2012-11-02 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence and factory defect.

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2012-11-02 130000 VISIBILITY/WIPER (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence and factory defect.

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2019-02-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

VAS6430/9 requirements reminder communication.

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2012-11-14 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (20R9 Service Action Kit Allocation): This document informs of the submission of additional 20R9 kits for dealership?s use. The document instructs parts managers to use the kits to address any affected

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-11-06 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TDI ECM Software Update): This ECM Software update to address customer satisfaction issues. This document discusses the “Fault Codes” necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes f

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2012-11-06 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TDI ECM Software Update): This ECM Software update to address customer satisfaction issues. This document discusses the “Fault Codes” necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes f

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-11-13 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (20R9 Service Action Kit Allocation): Volkswagen will be sending an additional allocation of 20R9 kits for dealership?s to use. In addition to any customer vehicles showing the 20R9 service action open

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2012-10-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Updates (RVU): This document informs of the reflashs that took place at specific updated software levels to address the complaints of various cars.

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2012-10-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Updates (RVU): This document informs of the reflashs that took place at specific updated software levels to address the complaints of various cars.

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2012-10-01 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.

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2012-10-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.

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2012-10-29 101100 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE)

Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder – Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis): A Customer may comment: ? Complaints on clutch system. ? After pressing the clutch pedal, it remains on the floor. Due to mis-diagnosis of clutch systems, and to

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-10-29 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder – Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis): A Customer may comment: ? Complaints on clutch system. ? After pressing the clutch pedal, it remains on the floor. Due to mis-diagnosis of clutch systems, and to

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-10-24 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not Set): Some readiness codes on TDI clean diesel vehicles require special driving conditions to be set. If DTCs have been recently erased

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-10-24 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not Set): Some readiness codes on TDI clean diesel vehicles require special driving conditions to be set. If DTCs have been recently erased

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2012-10-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Information (Volkswagen Amenity Subsidy Program – Revised): Volkswagen announced a new short-term program that reimburses Dealers $20 per repair order when model year 2010 ? 2013 Volkswagen customers bring in their vehicle for r

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2012-10-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

2010 Volkswagen Maintenance Schedule For USA Touareg 3.0L TDI Engine: This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles.

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2012-10-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

2010 Volkswagen Maintenance Schedule For USA All Models except Routan: This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles.

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2012-10-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number

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2012-10-08 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number

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2012-10-08 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number

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2012-10-08 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number

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2013-07-03 100000 POWER TRAIN

On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)

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2017-08-18 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document. Only superseded part numbers to be ordered going forward.

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2017-08-25 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document. Only superseded part numbers to be ordered going forward.

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2013-07-15 100000 POWER TRAIN

On-car analysis list of Customer Complaint: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)

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2013-07-16 100000 POWER TRAIN

On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)

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2016-11-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Include additional diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) applicability.

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2018-06-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.

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2017-03-13 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated

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2017-07-05 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

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2016-10-31 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update model year applicability to include 2017.

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2017-11-10 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan

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2016-01-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document gives answers to frequently ask questions concerning the current owners and lessees of TDI vehicles affected by the emissions issue eligiblality options and issues.

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2016-01-11 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This document gives answers to frequently ask questions concerning the current owners and lessees of TDI vehicles affected by the emissions issue eligiblality options and issues.

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2016-02-12 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated

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2016-02-26 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Informing of a update of codes for the Inventory Vehicle Open Campaign/Action Report

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2014-08-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs If a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selec

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2016-05-20 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

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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2015-04-03 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

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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2015-04-03 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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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2017-02-10 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Dealer Communication – Offboard Diagnostic Information System Service (ODIS) for GEN 2 flash

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2017-02-10 340000 COMMUNICATION

Dealer Communication – Offboard Diagnostic Information System Service (ODIS) for GEN 2 flash

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2017-02-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.

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2015-06-29 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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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2014-04-18 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor. If the odor is noticeable in the vehicle when the engine is not turned on, the cause may be mold and mildew i

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2014-03-20 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running due to Fuel Rail issues): When diagnosing the condition above on a common rail diesel vehicle, if no root cause is found after checking all other components and all GFF diagnostic procedures

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2014-03-06 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic

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2016-10-20 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2016-10-20 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Update to include additional model year applicability.

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2014-05-23 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Engine Control Module Fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder?): This document informs that DTC P130A ?Hide Cylinder? indicates that excessive misfiring has occurred. As a result, the ECM has turned off a fuel injector to prevent catalyst da

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2014-05-30 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (AdBlue light on with Tank Full): For concerns of the AdBlue light illuminated in the cluster but, the tank is full, check the adaptation in channel 80. This document provides the procedure for checking the adaptation in channel

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2014-04-25 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Tech Tips (Resetting Inspection Service and Interval Service): This document references a difference between The procedure for resetting the “Reset Inspection Service” which is different from “Reset Interval Service”. It provides a graphic

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2016-10-20 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Update model year applicability.

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2016-10-26 114400 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Update model year 2015 and 2016 Touareg and include VIN ranges.

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2014-04-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions.

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2016-10-20 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

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2014-04-04 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Tech Tips (MDI Functions with iPhone 5 Variants (5, 5c, 5s and iPad fourth generation, iPod Nano seventh generation)): The Apple iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, and iPhone 5s, as well as the iPad 4th generation and iPod Nano 7th generation use a prop

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2014-04-11 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Tech Tips (Vehicles equipped with Premium (RCD 510) Radios ? Coding Information for Replacing ?AC? Suffix Radios with ?AF? Suffix Replacement Unit): When replacing the radio on a 2010 ? 2011 vehicle equipped with a Premium 8 (RCD 510) radi

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2014-04-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle

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2016-09-23 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.

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2013-07-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customer states oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. In order to provide effective lubrica

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2013-07-18 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin Activated Charcoal Filter System, Solenoid Valve 1 -N80- (Canister Purge Valve) Diagnosis): Completing the GFF function test and performing a vacuum check on the Canister Purge Valve -N80- are essential to diagnose prop

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2017-08-18 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Update to expand fuel testing for lean DTCS.

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2017-08-18 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.

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2017-08-09 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Multiple steps within a step, corrected text.

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2016-10-28 350000 EQUIPMENT

Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used

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2016-10-21 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

This bulletin informs dealers of a warranty extension on the AdBlue heater.

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2013-07-16 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletin (Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces) The surfaces of chrome parts can get damaged in the production process or by external influences. This document discusses options for repairs covered under warranty, and

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2015-06-22 350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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2015-06-22 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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

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2016-10-12 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Update model and model year applicability.

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2017-04-13 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Update fuel sampling requirement.

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2014-03-21 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage): Pulling on the engine cover in some areas can cause damage. This document informs on the procedure to remove the engine cover.

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2014-03-07 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing a MIL ON, no-start or rough running concern on a common rail diesel vehicle, and no root cause is found after following all GFF diagnostic procedures, it may be necess

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2016-01-13 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Updated to include additional model year applicability.

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2016-10-24 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update to model year applicability.

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2016-10-25 010000 STEERING

Updated to include model year 2017 applicability

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2016-06-15 131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the “effect” in normal.

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2013-06-07 136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence or a factory issue. This document informs what is under coverage for wiper blade issues.

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2013-07-17 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

TOUAREG 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 pur

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2013-02-22 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Technical Bulletin (Factory Installed Media-In (MDI), Updated Programming for Various iPod Concerns): The update programming procedure in this document addresses the following concerns: ? Music skips at beginning of track. This document

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2016-06-13 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

To update Claim processing statement.

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2013-02-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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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2017-08-15 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Updated to include an additional diagnostic trouble code (P04F0)

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2013-06-28 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Tech Tips (Equipped with Turbocharged Engine Turbocharger Replacement Tip): If mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger. Thi

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2013-06-14 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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. This document informs how to perform the di

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2013-06-10 100000 POWER TRAIN

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

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2013-06-10 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

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

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2013-06-13 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Touareg 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 pu

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2015-05-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION: Based on dealer feedback of ODIS Service module scan lockups on early Touareg. VOLKSWAGEN created a method for a temporary workaround. The document is its procedure

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2015-04-03 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

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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2015-04-03 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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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2014-03-18 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Technical Bulletin This Technical Bulletin details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any Technical Bulletin (TSB) / Required Vehicle Update (RVU).

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2014-03-26 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin The use of contaminated gasoline, seasonal fuel changes (summer/winter fuel) or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more of the following conditions: -Excessive accumulation of

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2013-02-22 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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

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2013-02-01 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

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 in

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2014-08-06 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Cylinder Contribution Fault issues): This document informs of the Diagnostic strategy for each Cylinder’s Contribution/Balance being too sensitive. The product solution for this issue is Improved ECM software to address

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2014-08-22 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customer states oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. In order to provide effective lubricati

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2016-03-04 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)

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2014-07-28 101000 POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder – Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis): Customer may comment: ? Complaints on clutch system. ? After pressing the clutch pedal, it remains on the floor. Due to mis-diagnosis of clutch systems, and to prev

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2015-05-06 010000 STEERING

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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2014-11-27 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

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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2015-08-25 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Technical Bulletin (Fuel Rail/System Pressure, and Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor issues): When diagnosing the condition above on a common rail diesel vehicle, if no root cause is found after checking all other components and all GFF diagnostic

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2015-07-03 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Tech Tips (Scan tool lock up/Scan stops at 33%): While performing a GFF scan (with the newer version of ODIS software), the scan tool can lock up at 33%. The document informs how to service this issue

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2015-06-24 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

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 procedu

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2015-06-24 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 procedu

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2015-02-20 073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

Tech Tips: 3.0 TDI Touareg AdBlue Injector Quantity Volume Test

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2015-05-08 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 engin

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2015-05-08 132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

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 engin

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2015-05-08 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

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 engin

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2015-02-16 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000VAS Charger

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2015-02-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips: Vehicles with Immobilizer with Download/Discharge? New Key Will Not Program

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2015-02-06 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Tech Tips: Vehicles with Immobilizer with Download/Discharge? New Key Will Not Program

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2015-03-12 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Technical Bulletin: Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw

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2015-05-26 134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

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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2015-03-11 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

Technical Bulletin: Diagnosing with Damage on External Chrome or Aluminum Surfaces

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2016-03-11 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Tech Tips for TDI-Recommended AdBlue Concentration

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2015-04-10 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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

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2015-04-10 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

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2015-04-10 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

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

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2015-07-10 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

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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2015-07-20 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not Set): A Volkswagen TDI clean diesel is not ready for I/M (Inspection Maintenance) testing due to readiness codes not being fully set. Som

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2015-07-20 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (TDI Clean Diesel I/M (Inspection Maintenance) Testing Issues due to Readiness Not Set): A Volkswagen TDI clean diesel is not ready for I/M (Inspection Maintenance) testing due to readiness codes not being fully set. Som

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2015-07-28 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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. This document contains the procedure to update

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2015-07-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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. This document contains the procedure to update

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2015-07-28 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

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. This document contains the procedure to update

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2015-07-28 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Technical Bulletin (Intake manifold runner position sensor issues): 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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2015-07-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 warr

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2015-07-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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 start

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2015-07-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

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 start

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2015-07-22 130000 VISIBILITY

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 w

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2015-07-21 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletin (Corrosion, Rear Inner Doors in Door Fold Area): Corrosion in the fold of the rear door issue. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue. This document also gives examples on filling o

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2015-07-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Corrosion, Rear Inner Doors in Door Fold Area): Corrosion in the fold of the rear door issue. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue. This document also gives examples on filling o

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2015-07-07 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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 compon

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2015-07-07 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

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 compon

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2016-09-22 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Updated to remove redundant Touareg fuel seneor part number (sensor now comes with fuel line).

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2016-02-05 073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

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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2016-02-05 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.

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2016-01-20 350000 EQUIPMENT

Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)

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2016-01-20 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)

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2016-01-20 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)

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2016-01-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

This document includes what incentives are included in the Volkswagen TDI Customer Goodwill Package.

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2016-01-11 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This document includes what incentives are included in the Volkswagen TDI Customer Goodwill Package.

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2015-03-13 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

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 wave

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2015-01-21 284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

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. Buz

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2015-03-27 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document

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2015-03-27 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document

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2015-01-20 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Discusses the issues associated with using contaiminated gasoline. There are recommendations to use top tier gasoline retailers

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2015-01-23 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (P2014 or P2015 Intake Manifold Faults Stored in ECM Fault Memory ): Document discusses diagnosis Codes necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of issue. The diagnosis codes for checking warranty coverage for servic

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2014-10-15 160000 STRUCTURE

Technical Bulletin (Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint): This document informs how to remove paint contaminants such as rail dust and industrial fallout from exterior paint.

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2014-10-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint): This document informs how to remove paint contaminants such as rail dust and industrial fallout from exterior paint.

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2014-10-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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 ignit

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2014-10-22 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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 ignit

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2016-02-05 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF

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2016-02-05 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF

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2016-02-15 072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

A guide on what to do after checking fuel rail ssytem pressure for issues, and the fuel rail pressure sensor itself for issues. When diagnosing the condition above on a common rail diesel vehicle, if no root cause is found after checking

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2016-01-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

How to Reset Inspection Service and Interval Service software

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2013-01-15 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

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

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-01-24 138200 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW

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. This document informs of how to diagnose t

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2015-06-19 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

Tech Tips: The document discusses the conditions of when turbo can to be fixed or replaced

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2015-06-19 100000 POWER TRAIN

Tech Tips: The document discusses the conditions of when turbo can to be fixed or replaced

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2014-08-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle

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2014-09-02 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Technical Bulletin (Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard): This document informs of a sample list of products generally available in the North American market that meet the Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard

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2014-09-24 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): 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 circ

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-09-19 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs if a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selec

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2014-07-11 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Tech Tips (2009-2014 All TDI (2.0L, 3.0L) Common Rail models Passat, Golf, Jetta, Jetta SportWagen, Touareg Adapting Injector Quantity adjustment correction values (IMA/IVA)): This document informs When replacing or adapting fuel injectors

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2014-07-04 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER

Tech Tips (Torque Converter/Flywheel/Flexplate installation): Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installat

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2014-06-04 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue.

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2014-06-04 350000 EQUIPMENT

Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue.

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2014-06-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips: This document informs on how to Reset the Inspection Service, and Interval Service.

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2014-06-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

Tech Tips: This document informs on how to Reset the Inspection Service, and Interval Service.

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2014-06-06 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Tech Tips: This document informs on how to Reset the Inspection Service, and Interval Service.

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2014-06-06 190000 TIRES

Tech Tips (All vehicles-Tire dressing for vehicle detailing): The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. This document informs that The use of non-water based products wil

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2014-06-06 200000 WHEELS

Tech Tips (All vehicles-Tire dressing for vehicle detailing): The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. This document informs that The use of non-water based products wil

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2017-04-12 160000 STRUCTURE

Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability

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2017-04-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update TB to include model year 2016 & 2017 applicability

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2014-06-06 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Tech Tips (AdBlue light on with Tank Full): For concerns of the AdBlue light illuminated in the cluster but, the tank is full, check the adaptation in channel 80 read this document to be informed on the procedure

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2014-06-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (AdBlue light on with Tank Full): For concerns of the AdBlue light illuminated in the cluster but, the tank is full, check the adaptation in channel 80 read this document to be informed on the procedure

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2014-06-27 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Tech Tips (V6 3.6L-Evap Tank Leak Test): It is recommended to perform the EVAP tank leak test on V6 equipped Touareg through Control Module OBD. The test can be selected from the basic settings selection under the ECM address 01. This docu

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2014-06-27 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Tech Tips (V6 3.6L-Evap Tank Leak Test): It is recommended to perform the EVAP tank leak test on V6 equipped Touareg through Control Module OBD. The test can be selected from the basic settings selection under the ECM address 01. This docu

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2014-06-20 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Tech Tips (Adapting Injector Quantity adjustment correction values (IMA/IVA)): When replacing or adapting fuel injectors, if there is no Guided Functions Test Plan, utilize this documents procedure

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2014-06-20 073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Tech Tips (Adapting Injector Quantity adjustment correction values (IMA/IVA)): When replacing or adapting fuel injectors, if there is no Guided Functions Test Plan, utilize this documents procedure

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2016-02-02 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

This document was created In response to multiple dealership inquires about aftermarket universal (one fluid fits all) automatic transmission fluids and transmission flushing, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada have prepared the

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2016-02-02 021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER

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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2016-02-02 022400 SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

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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2014-10-03 350000 EQUIPMENT

Tech Tips (RNS 510? Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound): Replacement RNS 510 radio/navigation units may be shipped in transportation safeguard mode and therefore will have no sound output. This document informs how to deactiv

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2014-10-03 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Tech Tips (RNS 510? Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound): Replacement RNS 510 radio/navigation units may be shipped in transportation safeguard mode and therefore will have no sound output. This document informs how to deactiv

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2014-10-03 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Tech Tips (RNS 510? Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound): Replacement RNS 510 radio/navigation units may be shipped in transportation safeguard mode and therefore will have no sound output. This document informs how to deactiv

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-10-10 091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

Tech Tips (ECM Fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low” Will Not Clear): This document informs to clear static ECM fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low”, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without co

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2014-10-10 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Tech Tips (ECM Fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low” Will Not Clear): This document informs to clear static ECM fault P1250 “Fuel Level Too Low”, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without co

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-03-28 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

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 fi

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2015-12-07 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Technical Bulletin (Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid): This document informs that Multiple components SHOULD NOT be replaced for 1 misfiring cylinder. Repeat repairs must be carefully addressed to identify the root cause of the concern. If m

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2015-12-09 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Technical Bulletin (Fuel Rail/System issues): When diagnosing the condition above 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

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2014-11-17 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

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

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2016-04-08 350000 EQUIPMENT

THIS COMMUNICATION INFORMS DEALERS OF THE WARRANTY CLAIM CODING FOR 30-DAY INVENTORY MAINTENANCES ON 2.0L AND 3.0L TDI VEHICLES.

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2016-04-08 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

THIS COMMUNICATION INFORMS DEALERS OF THE WARRANTY CLAIM CODING FOR 30-DAY INVENTORY MAINTENANCES ON 2.0L AND 3.0L TDI VEHICLES.

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2016-09-22 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

UPDATED TO REMOVE REDUNDANT TOUAREG FUEL SENEOR PART NUMBER (SENSOR NOW COMES WITH FUEL LINE).

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2016-09-22 072100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

UPDATED TO REMOVE REDUNDANT TOUAREG FUEL SENEOR PART NUMBER (SENSOR NOW COMES WITH FUEL LINE).

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2013-03-08 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

VOLKSWAGEN: IT IS A NORMAL OCCURRENCE FOR THE ELECTRIC COOLANT FANS TO CONTINUE TO RUN AFTER THE IGNITION IS SWITCHED OFF. *JS

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2012-07-23 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VOLKSWAGEN: ALL MODELS EXPERIENCE THE TIMING CHAIN SLIPPING, RATTLING NOISES OF THE ENGINE AFTER STARTING, AND ENGINE FAILS TO START. 2008-13 ALL MODELS. *PE

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2014-12-16 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2011-06-03 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2011-06-03 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2014-06-27 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2014-08-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2010-09-30 581000 CHILD SEAT:LATCH CONNECTOR/CLIP

VOLKSWAGEN: CHILD RESTRAINT LATCH GUIDANCE FIXTURE; COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 225 (USA ONLY). UPDATE TO EXISTING TECHNICAL BULLETIN. NO PRODUCTION CHANGE REQUIRED. ALL MODELS. *PE

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2010-09-30 583000 CHILD SEAT:LATCH STRAP

VOLKSWAGEN: CHILD RESTRAINT LATCH GUIDANCE FIXTURE; COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 225 (USA ONLY). UPDATE TO EXISTING TECHNICAL BULLETIN. NO PRODUCTION CHANGE REQUIRED. ALL MODELS. *PE

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2012-12-03 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

VOLKSWAGEN:EVAPORATIVE (EVAP) EMISSION SYSTEM, DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DIAGNOSIS. REVISED PROCEDURE DEVELOPED TO TEST EVAP SYSTEM WITHOUT FUEL CAP. *JS

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2015-01-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

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

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2015-01-21 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

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

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2015-01-21 284000 BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM

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

Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication")

2010-06-08 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VOLKSWAGEN: MIL ON; NO START OR ROUGH RUNNING (DTC P0087-RAIL FUEL PRESSURE TOO LOW). CONTAMINATED OR INCORRECT FUEL CAN CAUSE PERFORMANCE, DRIVABILITY, AND/OR FUEL DELIVERY PROBLEMS. *PE

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2010-06-08 073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL

VOLKSWAGEN: MIL ON; NO START OR ROUGH RUNNING (DTC P0087-RAIL FUEL PRESSURE TOO LOW). CONTAMINATED OR INCORRECT FUEL CAN CAUSE PERFORMANCE, DRIVABILITY, AND/OR FUEL DELIVERY PROBLEMS. *PE

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2016-09-30 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

EXPLANATION TO CLARIFY LACK OF MODULE COMMUNICATION BASED ON SELECTION OF SALES CODE IN THE SCAN TOOL.

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2014-06-06 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2014-04-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2012-11-06 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2012-11-06 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2011-06-06 013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)

VOLKSWAGEN: THE GEAR BOX HAS A MOMENTARILY DELAY WHILE ACCELERATING. *RM

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2011-06-06 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

VOLKSWAGEN: THE GEAR BOX HAS A MOMENTARILY DELAY WHILE ACCELERATING. *RM

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2011-02-14 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VOLKSWAGEN: MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON AND THERE IS NOISE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING ROUGH. MULTIPLE TROUBLE CODES POSSIBLY STORED. ALL MODELS 2008-2012. *RM

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2013-10-18 350000 EQUIPMENT

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2013-09-13 020000 SUSPENSION

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2016-05-06 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

UPDATE TECHNICAL BULLETIN TO INCLUDE ALL MODELS FOR 2015, 2016, 2017 MODEL YEAR APPLICABILITY.

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2016-05-06 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

UPDATE TECHNICAL BULLETIN TO INCLUDE ALL MODELS FOR 2015, 2016, 2017 MODEL YEAR APPLICABILITY.

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2016-07-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ENGINE, MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC AID THE MIL IS FLASHING OR ILLUMINATED.

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2016-07-28 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

ENGINE, MISFIRE DIAGNOSTIC AID THE MIL IS FLASHING OR ILLUMINATED.

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2012-07-01 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

VOLKSWAGEN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR CUSTOMER LETTER. INFORMATION PACKAGES WILL BE PROVIDED REGARDING PROPER LABELS/STICKERS ON VEHICLES FOR USING DIESEL FUEL ONLY WITH TDI CLEAN DIESEL ENGINES. *PE

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2012-07-01 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

VOLKSWAGEN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR CUSTOMER LETTER. INFORMATION PACKAGES WILL BE PROVIDED REGARDING PROPER LABELS/STICKERS ON VEHICLES FOR USING DIESEL FUEL ONLY WITH TDI CLEAN DIESEL ENGINES. *PE

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2012-09-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2012-09-05 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2011-12-22 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VOLKSWAGEN: CERTAIN MODEL YEAR VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING ENGINE NOT STARTING, MAKING A RATTLING NOISE WHEN ENGINE HAS STARTED, TIMING CHAIN KEEPS SLIPPING AND EXHAUST LIGHT COMES ON. *PE

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2011-03-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.

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2011-03-01 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.

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2015-06-24 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

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

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2014-09-22 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

VOLKSWAGEN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. AN EXTENSION WARRANTY, WITH SPECIFIC CONDITIONS, 10 YRS OR 120,000 MILES,WHICHEVER IS FIRST, HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD AND FUEL INJE

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2014-09-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

VOLKSWAGEN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. AN EXTENSION WARRANTY, WITH SPECIFIC CONDITIONS, 10 YRS OR 120,000 MILES,WHICHEVER IS FIRST, HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEMS WARRANTY FOR INTAKE MANIFOLD AND FUEL INJE

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2016-04-29 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

TECH TIP DENOTING POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE OF THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR WHEN USING AFTER MARKET PLUG IN DEVICES OR SCAN TOOLS AND SUBSEQUENT DIAGNOSTIC DIRECTION.

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2016-04-29 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

TECH TIP DENOTING POTENTIAL FOR DAMAGE OF THE DATA LINK CONNECTOR WHEN USING AFTER MARKET PLUG IN DEVICES OR SCAN TOOLS AND SUBSEQUENT DIAGNOSTIC DIRECTION.

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2012-10-26 113000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2015-11-24 092100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

VOLKSWAGEN: TSB CONTAINS AN OWNER’S NOTIFICATION LETTER. SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON BELOW. ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, A WARRANTY EXTENSION HAS BEEN ISSUED FOR HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. MODEL 2009-12 TOUAREG, 2012 PASSAT. *PE

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2016-08-05 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

DIRECTIONS TO DEACTIVATE TRANSPORT SAFEGUARD MODE IN REPLACEMENT RADIOS. NO DIRECTIONS TO ADDRESS THIS IN THE REPAIR MANUAL OR SCAN TOOL.

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2016-08-05 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

DIRECTIONS TO DEACTIVATE TRANSPORT SAFEGUARD MODE IN REPLACEMENT RADIOS. NO DIRECTIONS TO ADDRESS THIS IN THE REPAIR MANUAL OR SCAN TOOL.

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2013-07-18 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VOLKSWAGEN: ACTIVATED CHARCOAL FILTER SYSTEM, SOLENOID VALVE AND PERFORMING GFF FUNCTION TEST A VACUUM CHECK ON CANISTER PURGE VALVE N80 ARE ESSENTIAL TO DIAGNOSE PROPER OPERATION. MODEL 2009-14 ALL BUT ROUTAN.

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2013-08-06 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

VOLKSWAGEN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CORROSION FORMING IN DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SENSOR CAUSING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) TO COME ON AND AN ISSUE WITH ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SOFTWARE. MODEL 2009-2012 TOUA

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2013-08-06 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VOLKSWAGEN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. CORROSION FORMING IN DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SENSOR CAUSING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) TO COME ON AND AN ISSUE WITH ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SOFTWARE. MODEL 2009-2012 TOUA

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2015-08-25 091130 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2016-04-21 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

EMAIL TO DEALERS EXPLAINING THAT THE REGISTRATION PERIOD FOR THE TDI GOODWILL PACKAGE FOR THE 3.0L TDI HAS BEEN EXTENDED.

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2013-05-09 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

VOLKSWAGEN: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A MISFIRE AND/OR REDUCED ENGINE PERFORMANCE. *JS

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2012-09-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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2012-09-01 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

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