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2017 Bentley Continental TSBs

129 Technical Service Bulletins across 14 categories

Engine

28 bulletins
10246258

HVAC distribution/operational issues - HVAC Motor defect DTCs logged.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: - HVAC distribution/operational issues - HVAC motor defect (DTCs) evident within address 08 - Climatronic control unit, the DTCs can be static or Intermittent Technical background: Where VIN applicable the operative MUST first conduct Service Campaign EB28 (Bentayga) or EB29 (New Continental GT/GTC).

10245096

Engine Coolant Mixture - Restrictions on use of desalinated water Customer Statement: -Engine coolant requires topping...

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up or replacing

10244649

Running gear - Noise identification Workshop Findings: -The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the...

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suspension system from either of the axles And/or The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the steering system Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted including the modification of the engine control modules (chip tuning) Check the history of the vehicle to confirm Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work

10239487

Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: - Poor engine running - Reduced power - Engine warning lamp illuminated - Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine control unit(s) Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfires.

10226813

Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power,...

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engine warning lamp illuminated.

10226810

All 12MY Engine Oil- Service Info: Engine Oil - Specific oil type and oil consumption reference, Technical Background: ...

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-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.

10224810

Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power,...

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engine warning lamp illuminated.

10219147

Air spring fault finding Customer Statement: -The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped Technical...

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Background: -Bentley vehicles which are applicable to this TPI are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system. Should air leak from the air spring dampers, this will cause the suspension to drop. However, the dropping of the suspension does not necessarily mean that the air spring is faulty. -The Measure section of this TPI describes how and where to check for air leaks on the front and rear air springs, the air supply unit, pipes, valve unit and air reservoirs. This includes potential air leak points on the air spring dampers and also the locations of an air leak that can be repaired without the need to replace an air spring damper.

10202126

Air spring fault finding.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped. Technical background: The list of Bentley vehicles below are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system. Should air leak from the air springs, this will cause the suspension to drop. However, the dropping of the suspension does not necessarily mean that the air spring is faulty. The Measure section of this TPI describes how and where to check for air leaks on the front and rear air springs, the air pump compressor, pipes, valve unit and air reservoirs. This includes potential air leak points on the air springs and also the locations of an air leak that can be repaired without the need to replace an air spring.

10202110

Buzzing noise from engine area.

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Customer statement / workshop findings Workshop findings: Buzzing noise heard at idle from the sump area when the vehicle is elevated on a workshop ramp. The noise cannot be heard from inside the cabin or outside of the vehicle in normal circumstances. Technical background: A buzzing noise can be generated by the oil pump when the engine is running at idle. Measure: Test a comparable vehicle with the same Engine derivative. If the same noise is apparent on the comparable vehicle and no oil pressure warnings or relevant DTCs are stored then the noise can be considered a characteristic of the vehicle and no further action should be taken.

10201873

Customer statement / workshop findings: Unable to remove Accessory valve caps, Figure 1 shows an example of the caps.

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Technical background: We have observed instances where the caps have been difficult to remove once fitted, the issue is caused by corrosion. The valve stem itself is made from aluminium and the accessory valve caps are chromium plated brass, it is possible under certain environmental conditions, particularly winter road salt, for corrosion to take place between these dissimilar metals. Measure: The solution is to apply a thin smear of silicon-based grease, such as Dow Corning high vacuum grease, to the external threads of the valve stem prior to fitting the accessory valve cap. Grease should be applied any time the cap is removed and grease is not evident

10201872

Service info: Engine oil Specific oil type and oil consumption reference.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: 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

10201851

Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist Retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfire. Measure: The following TPI should be carried out sequentially to ensure the root cause and analysis of the concern are identified without unnecessary work or repetitive actions taking place.

10178199

Continental Series and Flying Spur - Camshaft Timing Over Advanced - V8T.

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Customer statement/workshop findings: Check engine warning lamp illuminated on Drivers Instrument Panel. DTCs stored within the Engine Control Module (ECM) Technical background: Internal failure of Inlet or Exhaust Camshaft Adjuster may result in Malfunction Indicator Lamp illumination and DTCs stored within the ECM

10178034

Engine oil. Specific oil type and oil consumption reference.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Engine oil level requires to:p 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

10174522

V8T- Oil leak between engine and gearbox.

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Condition: Oil loss/drips on underbody, engine oil loss between engine and gearbox Technical Background: Oil loss via thread of fasteners in crankshaft used to attach torque convertor drive plate/flywheel. New bolt specified with thread sealer pre applied, part number WHT005487A.

10170276

Continental Series, Flying Spur and Mulsanne - Main harness identification Customer statement / workshop findings: ...

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Should an issue be diagnosed or reported regarding any part of the vehicles main harness or engine harness resulting in a requirement to raise a DISS ticket, please follow all instructions within this TPI to ensure that your Bentley Motors Technical Service Centre (TSC) receives all required and relevant information. Technical background: In order for the Bentley Motors Technical Service Centre (TSC) to resolve any issues relating to the vehicles main harness or engine harness please follow the instructions within this TPI. Refer to Section 1 for the main vehicle harness identification label location Refer to Section 2 for the engine harness identification label location

10169999

Condition: Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering Workshop findings: The noise can...

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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 Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted including the modification of the engine control modules (chip tuning) Check the history of the vehicle to confirm Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work Technical Background It is the retailers responsibility to check and confirm if any TPIs are applicable to the customers complaint/issue, should an applicable TPI be available, apply it and complete a DISS complaint to include Workshop findings only (No repair query required) For correct diagnosis and repair, the attached Flowchart must be followed in conjunction with the Measure section of this TPI

10169997

Condition: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.

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Technical Background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist Retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfires. Service: The following TPI should be carried out sequentially to ensure the root cause and analysis of the concern are identified without unnecessary work or repetitive actions taking place.

10169905

Condition: The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped.

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Technical Background: The list of Bentley vehicles below are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system. Should air leak from the air springs, this will cause the suspension to drop. However, the dropping of the suspension does not necessarily mean that the air spring is faulty. The Measure section of this TPI describes how and where to check for air leaks on the front and rear air springs, the air pump compressor, pipes, valve unit and air reservoirs. This includes potential air leak points on the air springs and also the locations of an air leak that can be repaired without the need to replace an air spring. Please follow and complete the check list within the Measure section of this TPI to help in diagnosing the issue (the check list does not need to be sent as an attachment should a DISS technical query be raised) . Should a leak be found from an air spring, compressor, valve unit or reservoir, please raise a DISS technical query and include as much information as possible including photograph/s of the leak/s location. Once the DISS ticket has been submitted please await clarification from your TSC before commencing with replacing any of the suspected faulty air springs. Mandatory reporting is applicable for all air spring related issues.

10163341

Continental Series and Flying Spur - Camshaft Timing Over Advanced - V8T

10161874

Lateral valve guide - Diagnosis requirements - W12 engine only

10161855

Engine difficult to start - Turbocharger damaged - V8 4.0TFSI

10161848

Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only

10145090

Engine difficult to start - Turbocharger damaged - V8 4.0TFSI

10145089

Whistling noises from engine compartment.

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- V8 4.0 TFSI

10142962

Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only

10117777

V8T-Oil leak between engine and gearbox

Body & Paint

18 bulletins
10248237

Driver / Passenger door(s) creak on close - All models (front and / or rear).

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Driver and / or Passenger door creak during the Power close function - Front and / or rear (Depending on vehicle type).

10248119

Driver / Passenger door(s) creak on close - All models (frond and/or rear).

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Driver and / or Passenger door creak during the Power close function - Front and / or rear (Depending on vehicle type) Technical background: Ensure the fault is as described within the Customer statement Workshop findings section before continuing.

10245047

Road wheel inspection procedure Customer Statement: In the event a complaint is received regarding road wheel/s...

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condition for example: - Scratches - Corrosion - Damage - Blemishes - Chipping Please refer to the onward instructions

10244619

Service info: body/equipment: front exterior lighting steamed up/leaks Customer Statement: -1.

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The lenses of the headlights (illustration 1a) /front fog lamps (illustration 1b) are steamed up/damp from the inside with minor drips. 2. Water is in the headlight (illustration 2a) / front fog lamp (illustration 2b), big drips.

10230823

Water Leak/Wind Noise Diagnosis Customer Statement: -Water leak/wind noise evident -The instructions within this TPI...

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should be followed to assist in the diagnosis of water leaks or wind noise.

10226774

Road Wheel Inspection Procedure: Customer Statement: In the event of a complaint is received regarding road wheel/s...

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condition for example: -scratches -corrosion -damage -blemishes -chipping

10226754

Body/Equipment: Front exterior lighting steamed up/leaks Customer Statement: -The lenses of the headlights/front fog...

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lamps are steamed up/damp from the inside with minor drips

10201912

Interior trim - Creak and rattle - Noise identification Customer statement: Noise complaint from the interior ...

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Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work

10201890

Service info: body/equipment: front exterior lighting steamed up/leaks.

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Customer statement / workshop findings Customer statement: 1. The lenses of the headlights (illustration 1a) /front fog lamps (illustration 1b) are steamed up/damp from the inside with minor drips. or 2. Water is in the headlight (illustration 2a) / front fog lamp (illustration 2b), big drips. Technical background 1. Damp air settles on the inner lens of the headlights/fog lamps, with recognisable misting in certain weather conditions (comparable with the steaming up of spectacle lenses when entering a warm room in winter or of the bathroom mirror after a shower). 2. Leak on the headlights/front fog lamps. For example through open covers, a damaged seal of the cap or similar.

10191678

Road wheel inspection procedure: In the event a complaint is received regarding road wheel/s condition for example: -...

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Scratches - Corrosion - Damage - Blemishes - Chipping Please refer to the onward instructions. Technical background: Do not consider submitting a warranty claim for a road wheel manufacturing defect without first referencing and understanding the contents of this document. Any defect or concern found either outside the guidelines stated in this document or not clearly stated as acceptable to support a warranty claim, will be the responsibility of the retailer regarding component replacement. Any road wheels deemed as having no issues found relating to a manufacturing defect (including curbing) will have the applicable claim rejected

10190089

Water leak/wind noise diagnosis.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Water leak/wind noise evident Technical background: The instructions within the Measure section should be followed to assist in the diagnosis of water leaks or wind noise

10178013

Interior trim - Creak and rattle - Noise identification.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work

10170001

Customer statement: 1.

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The lenses of the headlights (illustration 1a) /front fog lamps (illustration 1b) are steamed up/damp from the inside with minor drips. 2. Water is in the headlight (illustration 2a) / front fog lamp (illustration 2b), big drips. Technical Background 1. Damp air settles on the inner lens of the headlights/fog lamps, with recognisable misting in certain weather conditions (comparable with the steaming up of spectacle lenses when entering a warm room in winter or of the bathroom mirror after a shower). 2. Leak on the headlights/front fog lamps. For example through open covers, a damaged seal of the cap or similar.

10134949

Service info: body/equipment: front exterior lighting steamed up/leaks

10134927

Supersports 17MY Exterior Mirror Remote Fold Feature (ASW 09.17) (SC17/15)

10126714

Supersports 17MY Exterior Mirror Remote Fold Feature (ASW 09.17) (SC17/15)

10118764

Supersports 17MY Exterior Mirror Remote Fold Feature (ASW 09.17) (SC17/15)

10118131

Door profile incorrect

Other

17 bulletins
10244967

Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported. Technical background: The minimum standards check list document within the Measure section is required to capture an accurate description of customer telephone issues.

10244626

Key blade can be difficult to remove from key fob.

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Technical Background: -Deviations in the key blade and key fob assembly could make it difficult to remove the key blade.

10226802

Telephone Functionality Complaint- Minimum Standards Required For Analysis of Concerns Customer Statement: -The...

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feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported.

10195026

All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted.

10191680

All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted

10183483

Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported. Technical background: The minimum standards check list document within the Measure section is required to capture an accurate description of customer telephone issues.

10182397

All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List.

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Customer statement / workshop findings Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted

10178074

All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Condition: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes.

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Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical Background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted

10178041

Customer statement / workshop findings Customer will not be aware of any fault codes.

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Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Technical background The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted

10170281

Bentley Continental Series - Power boot close switch - Correct diagnosis Customer statement / workshop findings: Boot...

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lid does not attempt to power close when the boot close switch (located on the inside of the boot lid) is pressed. Technical background: In the event the power boot does not attempt to close when the boot close switch is pressed please check the applicability of the model and VIN shown in the Production change section of this TPI before commencing.

10169983

Condition: Customer statement: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and...

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clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work Technical Background It is the retailers responsibility to check and confirm if there are any TPIs which are applicable to the customers complaint/issue if there is an applicable TPI available, apply it and complete a DISS complaint to include Workshop findings only (No repair query required). For correct diagnosis and repair the attached Flowchart must be followed in conjunction with the Measure section of this TPI

10169790

Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes.

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Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted Measure: During routine diagnostic interrogation of vehicle systems use the attached document to determine the course of action to be taken.

10161873

Telephone echo - Using hands free

10161860

All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List

10159172

Vibration humming noise in the cabin from the front bulkhead

10153379

Rear bow casting replacement

10117780

Vehicle fitted with modified dampers

Electrical

15 bulletins
10252446

12 Volt - Battery condition checks.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim refer to the instructions within the Measure section.

10243664

12 Volt - Battery condition checks.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim refer to the instructions within the Measure section

10239484

Fitment of control modules from donor vehicles for test purposes.

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Technical background: If an issue is suspected for one of the control modules listed below: - Onboard supply control unit (J519) - Convenience system central control unit (J393) - Data bus diagnostics interface (J533) - Control unit 1 for Information Electronics (J794) - Control unit in dash panel insert (J285) - Emergency call module control unit (J949) The fitment of donor parts from another vehicle is not advisable and only possible if approved from Product Support via an open DISS query. The donor of parts should only be used as a temporary test VERY IMPORTANT: The ODIS replace routine MUST NOT be carried out under any circumstances.

10226747

12 Volt - Battery Test Instruction Technical Background: -For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a...

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parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the measure of this section of this TPI.

10224348

12 Volt- Battery Condition Checks.

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Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI.

10202974

12 Volt - Battery condition checks.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI

10201911

12 Volt - Battery condition checks.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI

10186532

DTC B2000F2: Faulty control module (Symptom code 4102) and/or Night vision warning light evident within the (DIP).

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Customer statement Night vision warning lamp (Figure 1) is evident with the Drivers Information Panel (DIP). Measure 1) Check and Confirm there is no damage to the Night vision camera lens - Check and confirm the camera is secure NOTE: Should no issues be found carry out the remaining onward instructions: - Follow the applicable DTC related test plan within ODIS to completion 2) Proceed with the replacement of the Night vision Control unit if required (as per test plan instruction) - Refer to Rep.Gr 44 - Control unit for night vision (J853) - To remove and fit NOTE: The operative MUST ensure the Night vision camera is calibrated as per Rep.Gr 44

10183475

All Models - 12 Volt Battery condition checks.

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Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI.

10182390

Electrical switch replacement guidelines.

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Customer statement/workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint system in particular the airbag system Technical background: Prior to replacing an electrical switch refer to the Measure section of this TPI

10171209

Electrical switch replacement guidelines Customer statement / workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as...

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defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint system in particular the airbag system Technical background: Prior to replacing an electrical switch refer to the Measure section of this TPI

10170317

HVAC Potential spurious Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer will not be...

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aware of this code / Workshop may discover this code whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code log as part of other investigations on the car Technical background: At low ambient temperatures a spurious fault code may be logged by the HVAC control module in reference to the air quality sensor. The code is stored without being accompanied by any functional failure in the system Measure: The following may be seen during routine interrogation of vehicle systems do not take any investigative action in response to the following fault code unless there is an actual fault evident in the system or a fault in the system has been reported by the owner.

10169904

Condition: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical Background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty...

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or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI

10161851

12 Volt - Battery condition checks

10142965

12 Volt - Battery condition checks

Infotainment

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10230822

Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic Checks Technical Background: -There have been instances where door speakers have been...

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changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by ourselves and the supplier, no fault could be found with the returned unit.

10201923

Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty Customer statement / workshop findings: Windscreen...

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cracked/damaged Technical background: Please refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI in the event that a windscreen is cracked/damaged NOTE: The instructions MUST be followed to help the retailer clarify if the windscreen should be replaced under manufacturers warranty (Stress crack) or Customer pay/insurance (external influence damage)

10201883

Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic checks.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Audio output from speakers is distorted Technical background: There have been instances where door speakers have been changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by ourselves and the supplier, no fault could be found with the returned unit. Production change: All speakers are subjected to a dynamic test and the individual results recorded for future reference

10200058

Subwoofer - Part Number 3W7035404B - No Longer Available (NLA)> Customer statement / workshop findings Subwoofer -...

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Part Number (3W7 035 404B) - No Longer Available (NLA) and cannot be sourced or supplied Technical background In the event that subwoofer (3W7 035 404B) is required this cannot be sourced or supplied However Should the speaker (3W7 035 482B) be required, retailers can order 4W0 035 404B - The operative should then remove the speaker from 4W0 035 404B - The operative should then fit the speaker into subwoofer (3W7 035 404B)

10180801

Radio: Reception complaints.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: All complaints which are related to radio reception issues Technical background: Complaints about the radio reception can have many causes. The radio reception strength/quality at the vehicle location can be an important issue. To process such complaints as effectively as possible it is important to precisely record the circumstances when a complaint occurs. The attached check list is available for this purpose. Please ensure the instructions within the Measure section are strictly adhered to

10178031

Windscreen replacement criteria whilst under manufacturers warranty.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Windscreen cracked/damaged Technical background: Please refer to the instructions within the Measure section of this TPI in the event that a windscreen is cracked/damaged

10169791

Customer statement / workshop findings: Windscreen cracked/damaged Technical background: Please refer to the...

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instructions within the Measure section of this TPI in the event that a windscreen is cracked/damaged NOTE: The instructions MUST be followed to help the retailer clarify if the windscreen should be replaced under manufacturers warranty (Stress crack) or Customer pay/insurance (external influence damage) Measure: Identification In the event the windscreen is identified as cracked/damaged it is imperative the inspector of the cracked/damaged screen can determine if the crack was caused by external influences (stone chips) OR the screen is cracked/damaged due to a stress crack

10165289

Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic checks

10159176

2012 MY onwards Continental family and Flying Spur - Infotainment unit (RNS) - Replacement Process

10141618

2012 MY onwards Continental family and Flying Spur - Infotainment unit (RNS) - Replacement Process

10127254

2012 MY onwards Continental family and Flying Spur - Infotainment unit (RNS) ? Replacement Process

10118132

Blaupunkt premium amplifier software update (ASW 09.07) (SC/40)

10117775

Radio Navigation System (RNS) - spurious Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) - 00862

10083570

2012 MY ONWARDS CONTINENTAL FAMILY AND FLYING SPUR - INFOTAINMENT UNIT (RNS) - REPLACEMENT PROCESS ( 2030765/3 )

Suspension

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10246358

Spurious DTC identification.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Customers will not be aware of any DTCs, workshop operatives may discover spurious DTCs whilst running Guided Fault Finding (GFF) when using ODIS Technical background: To determine the course of action which should be taken the operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing the following: Spurious DTC list for TPI 2072055 The document contains all known spurious DTCs for all applicable vehicle variants.

10243663

All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Customers will not be aware of any fault codes Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle Technical background: The operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2053177/- The document (loaded onto the Hub) contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived, the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions within TPI 2053177/- regarding the DTC description and actions which should be conducted (if any).

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Air Spring Fault Finding Guidelines Customer Statement: -The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped

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Air Spring Fault Finding Customer Statement: -The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped.

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All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: -Customers will not be aware of any fault codes -Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle Technical background: -The operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2053177/- The document (loaded onto the Hub) contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants -Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived, the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions within TPI 2053177/- regarding the DTC description and actions which should be conducted (if any).

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All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List.

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Customer statement / workshop findings Customer will not be aware of any fault codes. Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical background The operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2053177/- The document (loaded onto the Hub) contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the document (loaded onto the Hub) regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted

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Air spring fault finding

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Air spring fault finding

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Air Spring Fault Finding

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Air spring fault finding

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Air spring fault finding

10110891

Clicking noise from wheel bearing

Brakes

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Brake Noise Identification: Customer Statement: -Noise/squeal complaint from the braking system Technical Background:...

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-The noise/squeal can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system

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Brake noise identification.

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Customer statement: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Service: Note: For correct diagnosis and repair the attached Flowchart must be followed. 1. Check the overall condition of the brakes to determine if the brake noise can be attributed to one of the causes listed in the Technical Background section of this TPI. If the noise is not a result of one these causes, proceed with point 2. 2. Record the noise and frequency For the frequency analysis and the noise recording we recommend using the Chassis Ear Tool WT 10437. To record the noise and measure the frequency using WT 10437 Chassis Ear Tool follow these instructions; Refer to File recording in the WT 10437 user instructions.

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Brake noise identification.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical background Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eight of the most common causes are: - 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 (Figure 1).

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Brake noise identification.

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Customer statement: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical Background: Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eight of the most common causes are: 1. Brake discs or pads are close to their wear limit. 2. New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly bedded in after installation. 3. Aftermarket pads or discs are installed. 4. There is debris such as small stones, grit, road salt or sand between the brake disc and pad. 5. Discs are covered in rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has been stationary for long periods of time (Figure 1).

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Condition: Customer statement: Noise complaint from the braking system.

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Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical Background Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eight of the most common causes are: 1. Brake discs or pads are close to their wear limit. 2. New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly bedded in after installation. 3. Aftermarket pads or discs are installed. 4. There is debris such as small stones, grit, road salt or sand between the brake disc and pad. 5. Discs are covered in rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has been stationary for long periods of time (Figure 1). 6. Discs have a groove in them (Figure 2) 7. There is chemical contamination on the braking surface of the disc due to a wheel or tyre cleaner being sprayed directly onto the disc (Figure 3). 8. There are pad marks on the brake disc as a result of the brake pad material transferring to the discs. This can occur when a vehicle has been stood for long periods of time in a wet or snowy environment (Figure 4).

10161858

Brake noise identification

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Trim Strip For Rear Panel Brake Light - Blackware - Paint Adhesion (SC18/05)

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Brake friction surface conditioning at PDI

HVAC & Climate

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HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin Note: For this scenario please see the pre requisites below - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident.

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HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines.

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Condition HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin. - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs particularly TPI 2062622/- - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident.

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HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected Or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin Note: For this scenario please see the pre requisites below - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs particularly TPI 2062622/- - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident.

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HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected Or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin Note: For this scenario please see the pre requisites below - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs particularly TPI 2062622/- - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident. In the event that HVAC cleaning products are required, these MUST be sourced locally. Before using the cleaner the operative must inform the customer of the product which will be used, a neutral fragrance cleaner should be used as the customer may not like the smell of the cleaner should a fragranced product be used Please ensure all supporting information is included within the DISS query when requesting permission to clean the HVAC system including clear photographs and/or videos showing the reported issue, should the required information not be supplied the warranty claim could be cancelled.

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HVAC Refrigerent Leakage - Diagnosis Guidelines Customer Statement: -HVAC not cooling or HVAC cooling less than...

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expected

Tires & Wheels

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Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s) Customer Statement: -Cracks evident in the sidewall and/or tread pattern (See the...

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examples in Figures 1 and 2 showing cracks within the tread pattern)

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Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s) Customer Statement: -Cracks evident in the sidewall and/or tread pattern Technical...

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Background: -The issue is mainly evident on vehicles with very low usage This is a result of the tyre compound hardening due to the following: -Tyre age -Tyre pressure not adjusted to specification -Low mileage/vehicle usage -Vehicle storage conditions

10198709

Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s).

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Cracks evident in the sidewall and/or tread pattern (See the examples in Figures 1 and 2 showing cracks within the tread pattern). The issue is mainly evident on vehicles with very low usage This is a result of the tyre compound hardening due to the following: - Tyre age - Tyre pressure not adjusted to specification - Low mileage/vehicle usage - Vehicle storage conditions

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

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Suspicion that control units or services have been influenced by third parties.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: In the event a customer complaint is received relating to a suspicion that control units or services have been influenced by third parties the instructions within this TPI should be followed. Technical background: A suspicion that control units or services have been influenced by third parties means that unauthorised people or groups may have gained access to a vehicle's control unit(s) or online services and may have manipulated them in such a way that may compromise customer data confidentiality or the operation of the vehicle and/or online services. When investigating potential third party influences of control units or online services, it is important to take all normal diagnostic measures to rule out a normal functional error or misuse of the system by the user

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All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Condition: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes.

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Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical Background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted Service: During routine diagnostic interrogation of vehicle systems use the attached document to determine the course of action to be taken.

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Condition: Customer will not be aware of any fault codes.

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Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle. Technical Background: The attached document contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants. Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived within the attached document the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions with the attached document regarding the DTC description and actions (if any) which should be conducted Service: During routine diagnostic interrogation of vehicle systems use the attached document to determine the course of action to be taken.

Transmission

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Running Gear - Noise Identification Customer Statement: -Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering

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Running gear - Noise identification.

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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

Steering

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New Continental GT - GTC and Flying Spur - Steering wheel noise

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Steering rack noise

Fuel System

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Usage of E10 Fuel Customer Statement: -In the event a customer asks if E10 fuel can be used, the operative must refer...

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to the Technical background section of this TPI

Software & Calibration

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10182387

Continental Series and Flying Spur - Luggage Compartment Lid - Check and Setting Guide.

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Customer statement / workshop findings: Luggage Compartment Lid (Boot Lid) has sporadic functionality, fails to latch when closing, bounces back when closing or fails to open or close fully. Technical background: This Technical Product Information (TPI) document has been developed to resolve various boot lid concerns, it provides a series of checks and updates to ensure robust boot lid operation. It is important the TPI is followed exactly to ensure maximum benefit.