2020 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R

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232 Service Alerts for 2020 VOLKSWAGEN Golf R

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

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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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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2022-06-22 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation. Addition of mandatory brake form and reference to Volkswagen Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual.

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2022-06-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-10 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

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2022-06-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06. Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility

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2022-06-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06. Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility

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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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2022-06-22 045300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR

Vibration / Pulsation or Noise when Braking. Update to include model year and worksheet.

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2022-06-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Vibration / Pulsation or Noise when Braking. Update to include model year and worksheet.

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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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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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2022-06-13 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Checking engine oil during PDI.

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2022-06-13 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Checking engine oil during PDI.

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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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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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2022-06-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Brake repair or replace worksheet.

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2022-06-22 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake repair or replace worksheet.

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2016-01-22 140000 AIR BAGS

Airbag Issues.

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2016-01-05 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-05 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-19 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-19 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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2016-01-20 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Release Notes Supplement.

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2016-01-20 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Release Notes Supplement.

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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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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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2022-04-26 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2022-04-12 118530 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:WARNING

Parking Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.

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2022-04-15 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

This dealer memo is an informational memo explaining the new mobile app (formerly Car-Net app) as well as new tips for March.

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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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2022-03-10 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

MQB KESSY adaptation tip. Updated to include Taos.

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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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2022-03-14 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine oil consumption measurement. Update procedure and work sheet.

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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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2022-02-03 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation Instruction (U.S. Only)

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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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2022-01-05 160000 STRUCTURE

Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect. Update model year applicability.

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2022-01-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect. Update model year applicability.

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2021-12-13 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit. Updated to include Atlas front bumper R & I w/ labor operation number

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2021-12-08 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Bake Vibration, Pulsation, Noise when braking during PDI

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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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2021-12-01 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-13 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

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2021-12-15 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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2021-11-22 091000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE

This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information

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2021-11-22 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information

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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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2021-11-05 115010 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

Diagnostic assistance for Hands free calling, Voice commands, Emergency call and Communication.

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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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2021-09-09 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit. Updated to add “Atlas Only” to clamping washer required part in parts table.

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2021-09-03 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.

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2021-08-18 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.

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2021-08-12 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit. Updated to correct part number.

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2021-08-18 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.

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2021-08-13 116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER

Immobilizer Key adaptation test plan. Update to model applicability.

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2021-08-26 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Rest procedure for OCU

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2021-08-26 118310 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE

Ready status for J949 Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit. Model/model year update to existing tip.

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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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2021-07-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit

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2021-07-28 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit

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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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2021-06-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

Vehicle delivery by-pack instruction.

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2021-06-24 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Vehicle delivery by-pack instruction.

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2021-06-18 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.

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

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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2021-06-11 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reverse gear function note.

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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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2021-06-21 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Software Version Management (SVM)

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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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2021-06-21 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Properly checking and reading engine oil level instruction

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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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2021-05-25 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

R1234YF A/C Flush instruction, updated instruction step 27.

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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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2021-03-12 350000 EQUIPMENT

A/C cap leak diagnosis.

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2021-03-11 350000 EQUIPMENT

Immobilizer Key/Key Remote Adaptation Test Plan, updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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2021-03-12 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Key battery diagnosis, 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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2021-03-03 100000 POWER TRAIN

Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.

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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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2021-03-24 350000 EQUIPMENT

A/C system flush instruction. Updated to include an additional flush machine.

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2021-03-26 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Rest procedure for Control Module for Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit -J949-

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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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2020-12-18 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Battery Id for testing

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2021-02-19 135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Calibration Mirror(s) information for special tool VAS 6430

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2021-02-03 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

This Document was revised to include 2021 Model Year

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2021-02-22 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.

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2021-02-26 350000 EQUIPMENT

MQB KESSY adaptation tip.

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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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2020-12-08 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Instruction on how to create S/D cards used to update programming on various control modules.

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2020-12-01 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This dealer memo is an informational memo regarding the previous communication we sent out for the OCU3 Replacements. Dealers are still asking questions and we wanted to clarify further. The previous issue was fixed on 11/20/2020.

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2020-11-18 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

This dealer memo is an informational memo regarding to stop OCU3 Replacement until after 11/20/2020.

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

Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

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2020-12-18 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Battery Id for testing

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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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2021-01-14 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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2021-01-26 042100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:COMPRESSOR

A/C requirements, update to title.

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2021-01-29 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

MQB KESSY adaptation tip

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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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2021-01-14 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

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

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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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2020-08-10 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Recall Reminder Part Labels

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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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2020-06-29 160000 STRUCTURE

Water Migration Under the RAPGARDÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ¿ÿ® transportation protection. Updated to include additional model year applicability

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2020-09-25 160000 STRUCTURE

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-07-24 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CarNet, No green light at PDI

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2020-07-31 150000 SEAT BELTS

Seat belt igniter location information.

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2020-05-01 350000 EQUIPMENT

Addressing no green light for Car-Net. Update title.

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2020-05-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Addressing no green light for Car-Net. Update title.

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2020-04-02 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

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2020-08-28 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Autonomous data event gathering

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2020-08-28 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Autonomous data event gathering

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2020-08-28 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Autonomous data event gathering

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

New machine version added to table.

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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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2020-04-14 350000 EQUIPMENT

By-pack instruction for PDI, include additional model year applicability.

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2020-04-10 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Car-Net requirement at PDI.

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2020-04-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Car-Net technical handling.

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2020-04-01 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Addressing no green light for Car-Net.

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2020-04-10 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Car-Net OCU information.

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2020-04-30 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Voltage Drop Testing. Updated for picture clarity.

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2020-08-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

metadata adjustment.

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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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2020-08-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

To include additional model year applicability and procedural steps for A.C. line pin removal & installation.

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2020-08-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Metadata update.

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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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2020-09-15 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-06-04 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Updated to include 2021 Model year applicability.

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2020-04-21 112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Generator replacement, updated to include model years 2020 & 2021

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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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2020-10-15 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Engine oil level checking, updated to include model year 2021

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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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2020-04-06 350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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2020-04-21 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

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2020-04-24 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Voltage Drop Testing.

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2020-06-12 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Apple Car Play Information

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2020-06-04 200000 WHEELS

Updated to include model year 2021

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2020-06-04 030000 BRAKES (PWS)

Updated to include model year 2021

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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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2020-05-15 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Apple car play function.

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2020-05-15 350000 EQUIPMENT

Apple car play function.

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2019-11-04 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

USB connector outside influence damage not covered by warranty.

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

Update to model year and model 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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2019-11-04 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

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

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

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2020-03-20 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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

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2020-03-20 350000 EQUIPMENT

Autonomous data event gathering

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2020-03-19 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

By-pack instruction for PDI, include additional model year applicability.

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

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

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2020-03-06 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Timing chain reset adaptation.

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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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2020-01-24 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Remote start diagnostic information.

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2019-11-25 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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2019-10-17 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Update model and model year applicability.

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2020-02-05 350000 EQUIPMENT

Update to model metadata to accommodate 2019 Jetta pull-ahead.

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2020-01-24 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Update to existing information. Update to model year applicability.

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2020-02-21 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ERP fault information.

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2020-03-10 350000 EQUIPMENT

Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication – March 10, 2020

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2019-11-26 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Additional Maintenance Items section: Transmission, automatic: Change fluid and filter (excluding Canada) (only non-DSG Automatic Transmission) every 80,000 miles : REMOVED: “and filter”

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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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2020-01-09 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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2020-01-21 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

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2019-10-17 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

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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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2019-08-19 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

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

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2019-08-26 350000 EQUIPMENT

Additional Maintenance Items section: Brake fluid: CHANGED TO: 3 years after registration and then every 2 years regardless of mileage” Sparkplugs: Replace at 40,000 miles: ADDED: Atlas Cross Sport Sparkplugs: Replace at 80,000 miles

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2019-08-21 350000 EQUIPMENT

Quick Reference Update Guide.

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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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2019-08-23 350000 EQUIPMENT

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

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2019-07-17 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SD Set-up to Obtain Software updates.

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2019-07-26 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Air Conditioning Compressor Leak Diagnosis.

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2019-07-26 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Vehicle Fuse location assistance.

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2019-03-12 060000 ENGINE (PWS)

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

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2019-08-07 350000 EQUIPMENT

Additional Maintenance Items section: Sparkplugs Replace at 40K miles: ADDED: GTI and Jetta GLI to exceptions. Sparkplugs Replace at 80K miles: ADDED: GTI and Jetta GLI to only models.

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