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2023 Bentley Continental TSBs

26 Technical Service Bulletins across 8 categories

Electrical

6 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.

10249884

Software update for the rear door control modules - 00BB and 00BC during PDI (SC23/24).

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Technical background: Software update is available for the left and right hand rear door control modules - Diagnostic address 00BB Driver side and 00BC Passenger side The software eliminates the rear window short drop function.

10248236

Software update for the rear door control modules - 00BB and 00BC during PDI (SC23/24).

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Technical background: Software update is available for the left and right hand rear door control modules - Diagnostic address 00BB Driver side and 00BC Passenger side The software eliminates the rear window short drop function.

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

10243659

Software update for the rear door control modules - 00BB and 00BC during PDI (SC23/24).

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Technical background: Software update is available for the left and right hand rear door control modules - Diagnostic address 00BB Driver side and 00BC Passenger side The software eliminates the rear window short drop function Remedy: The instructions within the Work section must be conducted as detailed.

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.

Engine

6 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

10245078

Multiple Random Misfires Evident During PDI Customer Statement: -Multiple random cylinder misfire DTCs detected during...

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PDI - DTC P030000: Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected (misfires on multiple cylinders) within the following control units: -V8 - ECM 1 - V8 (Address 01) ECM control unit -W12 - ECM 1 - (Address 01) and/or ECM 2 (Address 11)

10244651

Engine Lubricating Oil - Replenishment Customer Statement: -Engine lubricating oil lamp illuminated on driver instrument panel.

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Engine lubricating oil requires topping up between services.

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.

HVAC & Climate

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10252818

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.

10242269

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.

10241847

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.

10240565

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.

Body & Paint

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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.

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).

Other

2 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.

Brakes

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10245093

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

Tires & Wheels

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10245052

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)