2014 Bentley Continental GT Cabrio TSBs

Customer statement / workshop findings: Poor engine running Reduced power Engine warning lamp illuminated Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine control unit(s)

engine warning lamp illuminated on Drivers Instrument Panel. DTCs stored within the Engine Control Module (ECM)

Technical Background: The use of the correct oil for each engine type is critical for its continued performance, reliability and ultimately warranty. The workshop manual should always be the first point of reference, ensuring the correct lubricant is used for each specific model year and engine type Should oil be required the parts catalogue must be referred to ensuring the correct VIN is always used when ordering

Condition: Poor engine running Reduced power Engine warning lamp illuminated Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine control unit(s)

Technical Background: An important factor of influencing the cooling system efficiency is the water used in the mixture Due to the different ingredients and characteristics existing in each country or even region, Bentley has decided to define the quality of water for cooling systems

Condition: Poor engine running Reduced power Engine warning lamp illuminated Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine control unit(s)

Condition: Engine oil level requires top up between services Technical Background: The use of the correct oil for each engine type is critical for its continued performance, reliability and ultimately warranty. The workshop manual should always be the first point of reference, ensuring the correct lubricant is used for each specific model year and engine type Should oil be required the parts catalogue must be referred to ensuring the correct VIN is always used when ordering

Technical Background: An important factor of influencing the cooling system efficiency is the water used in the mixture Due to the different ingredients and characteristics existing in each country or even region, Bentley has decided to define the quality of water for cooling systems Demineralised water according to standard VDE 0510 meets all requirements and can be purchased worldwide Therefore undiluted coolant should be mixed in the correct ratio using demineralised water as detailed in Elsa Pro coolant specification, this will detail the ratio and type of coolant to use The use of desalinated water in the engine cooling system is specifically prohibited

format for analysis by Product Support Technical Background: The instructions within the Measure section of this TPI have been generated to guide operatives through the process for recording Measured values in cycles by using self diagnosis, the Instructions also detail how to locate corresponding files which are required for analysis

Condition: In some cases Measured value traces may be requested in XML format for analysis by Product Support.

Condition: In some cases, Measured value traces may be requested in XML format for analysis by Product Support

Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable

Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable

Condition: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable

cases: Airbag/belt released/not released General accident Fire and scorching damage for all Bentley Vehicle models - every model year.

There is a reporting obligation in the following cases: Airbag/belt released/not released General accident Fire and scorching damage for all Bentley Vehicle models - every model year.

There is a reporting obligation in the following cases: Airbag/belt released/not released General accident Fire and scorching damage for all Bentley Vehicle models - every model year.

Customers may report the following concern after fitment of the Bentley Infotainment Upgrade (BIU): No sound output from any vehicle loudspeakers.

Customer Statement: Customers may report the following concern after fitment of the Bentley Infotainment Upgrade (BIU): No sound output from any vehicle loudspeakers

Condition: Failure evident with Bentley Information Upgrade Unit. Technical Background: The attached document is to aid diagnosis for any faults that may be found within the Bentley Infotainment Upgrade Unit.

Condition: The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) control unit cannot be coded when using a diagnostic machine with Windows 10/11 in conjunction with a VAS 6154 dongle. As such the EPB coding application must be utilized to complete the procedure.

Technical Background: Brake noises can be attributed to many causes, the most common causes are as follows: Brake discs or pads are close to their wear limit New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly bedded in after installation Aftermarket pads or discs are installed There is debris such as small stones, grit, road salt or sand between the brake disc and pad Discs are covered in rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has been stationary for long periods of time

Technical background section of this TPI.

Technical background section of this TPI Technical Background: Details on the introduction of E10 fuel which contains 10% ethanol and its usage on Bentley products All vehicles produced post 1990 Model year can be run using E10 fuel However All vehicles produced before 1990 Model year MUST NOT use E10 fuel

Condition Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the suspension system from either of the axles And/or The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the steering system

Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering.

Technical Background: In the event of a steering knuckle change requirement. Parts initially need to be changed as a pair for both sides of the vehicle in place of the no longer available parts. Once recorded in vehicle repair history that both sides have been replaced with new level parts. Only then can individual sides can be changed in the future if required.