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2019 Volkswagen Beetle TSBs

404 Technical Service Bulletins across 17 categories

Engine

103 bulletins
11025436

How to measure engine oil consumption.

11025435

Proper engine oil level before leaving the factory.

11025430

Engine misfire diagnostic aid.

11025429

Fuel Additive to prevent sporatic misfire

11020322

Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards (U.S.

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11017579

Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards

11014949

Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant

11010022

Engine Oil Standards

11008858

A list of engine oil that meet Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards

11008857

How to perform the engine oil consumption measurement

11008856

Checking Engine Oil and correctly reading dip stick

11008851

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid

11008850

Fuel additive to help with misfire faults

11007393

Engine Oil Standards

11005825

Engine oil quality standards

11005820

Engine Assembly Tip

11005819

Engine Replacement Tip

11002875

Engine oil quality standards

11002874

Remnants of the valve stem seal on the valve guide can interfere with the installation of new valve stem seals

11001508

Engine oil quality standards

10253481

Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer

10253477

Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer

10253474

This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree...

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Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.

10253262

VW Engine oil quality standards

10250798

VW Engine oil quality standards

10250766

Engine Crank, No Start or No -J623- ECM Communication with DTC U0100 Stored in ECM Fault Memory

10249418

VW Engine oil quality standards

10245607

VW Engine oil quality standards

10244545

VW Engine oil quality standards

10243299

VW Engine oil quality standards

10241177

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards

10239653

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

10238307

Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards, updated to include model year 2024.

10238306

Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.

10238305

Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)

10238300

Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.

10238297

Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.

10237427

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

10236610

Introduce new engine coolant compatible with all models and all model years.

10236553

This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for interim AdBlue refills under the...

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Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance plans for Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Diesel Engines.

10236549

Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer

10236548

Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Gasoline Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer

10235138

Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

10233279

Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards

10231581

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

10230573

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

10228177

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

10226224

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

10224847

Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil ) excluding Routan & ID.4attachments.

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(excludes Routan & ID.4)

10218954

Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments.

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(excludes Routan & ID.4)

10217667

Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include the latest Engine Oil attachments.

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(excludes Routan & ID.4)

10214809

Engine Oil Quality Standards updated to include model year 2023 and the latest Engine Oil attachments.

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(excludes Routan & ID.4)

10214807

Engine oil consumption measurement.

10214766

VW engine oil specifications.

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Update to model year applicability.

10214759

VW engine oil specifications.

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Update to attachments.

10214757

Checking engine oil during PDI.

10214472

Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.

10214471

Engine misfire diagnostic aid.

10212929

Engine oil pressure priming.

10210539

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10209265

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10209100

Engine oil consumption measurement.

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Update procedure and work sheet.

10208284

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10206820

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10205517

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10205428

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10202843

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10201751

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10199783

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10198579

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10198245

Properly checking and reading engine oil level instruction

10198232

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid.

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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

10198231

Engine oil consumption measurement.

10198230

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

10197983

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10193577

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10190228

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

10186979

Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.

10185665

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

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exterior paint finish.

10182515

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

10181425

Engine oil level checking, updated to include model year 2021

10178419

Oil pressure priming after engine replacement or internal repair.

10173859

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

10172924

To correct cylinder 2 DTC in title.

10172560

Timing chain reset adaptation.

10171998

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

10170841

Update to Volkswagen engine oil specification attachments.

10169516

Engine Oil Checking at Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI).

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Updated to include model year 2020 applicability.

10168683

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

10168680

Camshaft system diagnosis.

10168334

Camshaft system diag

10168317

"2.0L Turbo: DDSA, DDSB: Oil Filter: Changed part number.

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Miscellaneous: Wiper blade set: Updated part number Battery: (3 additional) REMOVED"

10167196

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

10165535

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

10164209

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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Also includes 2004 and 2005 Jetta Wagon and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

10163517

Engine oil quality standards.

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Also includes all models for 1997-2003. Also Rabbit from 2006-2009.

10161472

Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.

10161234

Engine oils which meet Volkswagen oil quality standards.

10159017

Update to model year applicability.

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Generator Replacement Charging System inoperative/malfunctions, noise from engine compartment, accessory drive belt damaged or missing.

10159016

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

10158514

Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document

10150856

Engine replacement tip

10149865

Technicians may find during PDI that the oil level is below the full mark, but still within the hash marks on the engine...

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oil dip stick.

Other

83 bulletins
11027254

Diagnosis for Excessive Current Draw.

11025452

Coolant Bleed Procedure

11025442

GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement

11025437

G12Evo can now be mixed with previous coolants.

11014950

CV Boot replacement

11014943

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

11012470

Internal Moisture Accumulation

11010021

Additional reporting

11008861

Fluid requirements

10242894

Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

10241198

Helpline & Parts Dept.

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contact information.

10239654

Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw

10235142

This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-03

10233280

Generator Replacement

10232740

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed only order the successor parts going forward.

10231587

This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01

10230569

Driver Seat, Memory Set procedure.

10214802

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

10214801

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06.

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Revised to reflect the Vehicle Eligibility

10214800

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

10214458

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

10213875

Release Notes Supplement.

10213874

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

10213873

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

10213831

Customer Goodwill Package.

10210540

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-03

10206800

Customer Notification 3G-Sunset

10206792

VW Car-Net - Letter MY 2017-2019

10203676

This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information

10203450

"Dealer Communication - FOLLOW-UP 3G Sunset for MY2014-MY2019 Car-Net Equipped Vehicles"

10202581

Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

10202341

This dealer memo is an informational memo regarding 3G Sunset for MY14-19 Car-Net Equipped Vehicles

10198631

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

10198577

Vehicle delivery by-pack instruction.

10197662

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

10197655

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

10190221

Parts ordering information

10189157

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

10187573

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

10187512

This Document was revised to include 2021 Model Year

10186583

Data link diagnostics and tips

10185155

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

10182510

This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed and order the superseded part numbers.

10181413

Mandatory fastener.

10178422

metadata adjustment.

10178421

To include additional model year applicability and procedural steps for A.C.

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line pin removal & installation.

10176399

Apple Car Play Information

10175800

New machine version added to table.

10175375

Apple car play function.

10174434

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

10174056

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

10173839

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

10172981

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

10172552

Volkswagen After Sales Weekly Communication - March 10, 2020

10172011

ERP fault information.

10170833

Remote start diagnostic information.

10170642

Micro switch customer call list.

10168361

Car Net Direction summary

10165523

Added: Torque Spec table

10165057

Include additional photo's of water ingress.

10165055

Include additional photo's of water ingress.

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Also includes 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB

10164239

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

10163366

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

10161471

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

10161470

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

10161213

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

10161186

Additional Safety Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

10159285

UDS Basic settings directions

10159011

The part number listed in the document is to be returned.

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Note: This is an accessory add on, not a factory part.

10159010

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

10158537

MIL-on P0462

10158536

Customer states 2nd row seat rattles while driving

10158515

MIBII Informational Document

10157383

VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide

10157356

MIL-on P0462

10157355

Customer states 2nd row seat rattles while driving

10157334

MIBII Informational Document

10155783

MIL-on P0462

10155782

Customer states 2nd row seat rattles while driving

10155761

MIBII Informational Document

10155644

This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part...

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numbers going forward.

10154087

Antenna Connection Color Reference.

10149868

To include an additional model year applicability.

Software & Calibration

59 bulletins
11008853

How to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool

10244591

3G Sunset Update

10238301

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.

10228180

Update model year applicability to include 2023.

10226547

ACC Calibration Process

10226222

Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates.

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Bulletin updated to include additional certificate information.

10224842

Instruction for set-up of SD creator to obtain Software updates.

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Bulletin updated to include additional model year applicability.

10220342

update to required vehicle wash shampoo.

10212136

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

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solution in warranty table.

10208466

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

10206813

3G Sunset Update - E-mail

10206811

3G Sunset Update

10204722

This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.

10203476

Update to model year applicability.

10201481

KESSY equipped Key Adaptation, updated to add model year applicability.

10200454

SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.

10198233

Software Version Management (SVM)

10187577

Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.

10186978

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

10186578

Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

10185217

SVM update.

10185216

Updated key ordering protocol

10180577

Update to model year applicability & SVM code

10180556

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

10180111

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

10180079

Update to model year applicability & SVM code

10176951

Water Migration Under the RAPGARD transportation protection.

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Updated to include additional model year applicability

10176770

Update brochure part number and recording URL.

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Update model and model year applicability.

10176396

Updated to include model year 2021

10176395

Updated to include 2021 Model year applicability.

10176289

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

10174476

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

10174470

Generator replacement, updated to include model years 2020 & 2021

10172953

Additional Guided Functions programming assistance.

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Updated to include additional model year applicability.

10171392

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

10170210

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant.

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Introducing new coolant type.

10170208

Update to Volkswagen Identifying and mixing of coolant.

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Introducing new coolant type.

10169135

Update model applicability to MY 2020.

10168658

Update to include latest model years.

10168655

Update to model year and model applicability

10168630

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

10168559

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

10168364

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

10166767

Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

10166756

Update model and model year applicability.

10165034

Update to add applicable models and years

10163542

Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models.

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Also includes R32 2002-2007 and 2002-2006 Jetta Wagon.

10163538

SD Set-up to Obtain Software updates.

10161634

Update to bulletin model metadata selection.

10161475

Update vehicle metadata.

10161473

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

10161215

Update vehicle metadata.

10161214

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

10160843

To update special part number in repair step 26.

10160831

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

10158526

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

10157345

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

10155772

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

10149920

Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

Electrical

48 bulletins
11028490

This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle...

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programming function: A software fix is needed to correct a test that is not reading any information from the battery data module (BDM) and will output:

11008866

Inspecting sensors for damage

11007398

Battery testing

10251674

Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the R1234yf Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.

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Only) updated to adjust Flush machine filter pricing.

10249136

Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns

10244525

T8 fuel injector harness inspection for stored DTCs P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204.

10242898

Flushing an R1234YF A/C circuit using a flush machine

10242897

Battery Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS Charger.

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Update Tool terminology

10239655

Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger

10238308

Battery Testing and Charging using Midtronics VAS6161 and or GRX3000 Vas Charger

10236096

Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.

10228178

Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger.

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Updated to include additional model year applicability.

10228176

Park Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.

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Updated to include additional model year applicability.

10226225

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

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Updated to include additional model year applicability and front bumper R & I clarification.

10224370

Battery adaptation when battery labels are missing.

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Update to model year applicability.

10218611

Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates

10214769

Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS

10214750

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.

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Update to require 70amp minimum battery charger during procedure.

10212133

Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.

10211926

Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.

10210433

Parking Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.

10208920

Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.

10205520

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

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Updated to include Atlas front bumper R & I w/ labor operation number

10205518

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

10205494

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

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-623- after repair.

10203451

Diagnostic assistance for no start or no communication with ECM with DTC U0100 stored.

10201484

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

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Updated to add "Atlas Only" to clamping washer required part in parts table.

10200459

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

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Updated to correct part number.

10199785

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit

10189158

Key battery diagnosis, updated to include additional model year applicability.

10185676

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

10185656

Update to address DTC U300100 after a Charging System Concern, Discharged Battery or Battery Replacement

10185168

Battery Id for testing

10184285

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

10176768

Directions to assist in performing basic settings for the ac control module

10174571

Voltage Drop Testing.

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Updated for picture clarity.

10174460

Voltage Drop Testing.

10172012

Repair recommendation for injector circuit faults

10168335

Additional test plans to clear memory after update programming in ECM.

10164430

REMOVED all 12 hour wait period before starting references.

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ADDED EFB to "Select correct battery type" in bottom box. Also Jetta Wagon 2005 and 2018-2020 Tiguan LWB.

10163508

Vehicle Fuse location assistance.

10161673

Remote Key Battery Replacement

10161638

Directions to assist in performing basic settings for the ac control module

10161636

Remote Key Battery Replacement.

10158710

Relay Terminal Assignments.

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This also applies to 2019 Beetle Convertible and 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB.

10158529

Battery Testing and Charging instruction.

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Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

10156549

Customer states noise from heat shield, MIL-on P11AD/P11AE/P11AF, MIL-on P0456, Customer states 2nd row seat rattles ...

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while driving, Customer states front window(s) noisy during operation, Customer states the sunshade is binding, Customer states noise from front suspension while driving, Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights, Customer states Kessy inoperative possibly with "Keyless Defective" in MFI, Airbag light on with Fault Code B200000 in the Airbag Control Module

10149859

Remote Ket battery diagnostics.

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Updated to change incorrect repair manual group number (from TT581801 to TT571802)

Air Bags & Safety

19 bulletins
11001503

Forigen objects inside seat belt buckle

10249138

Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries, update to contact information due to retirement.

10231584

VW contact when reporting a Airbag or Pyrotechnic safety belt deployment.

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Update to model year applicability.

10213836

Airbag Issues.

10175600

Takata Recall Update / Future Recalls for Vehicles with Takata SDI-D Airbag Inflators

10162085

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states MIL-on with P1429 and/or...

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P1556 Customer states MIL-on with P0197 Customer states MIL-on with P0116 MIL-on P0456 Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on

10161736

Customer states MIL-on with P1429 and/or P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P0197 Customer states MIL-on with P0133 ...

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Customer states MIL-on with P0116 Customer states MIL-on with P2097 Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on B101612 Customer states airbag light on B200000

10161647

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states MIL-on with P1429 and/or...

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P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P0197 Customer states MIL-on with P0133 Customer states MIL-on with P0116 Customer states MIL-on with P2097 Customer states MIL-on Must have one or all of P11AD, P11AE, P11AF Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on

10161645

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states MIL-on with P1429 and/or...

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P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P0197 Customer states MIL-on with P0133 Customer states MIL-on with P0116 Customer states MIL-on Must have one or all of P11AD, P11AE, P11AF Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on

10161288

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states MIL-on with P1429 and/or...

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P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P0197 Customer states MIL-on with P0116 MIL-on P0456 Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on

10161267

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states MIL-on with P1429 and/or...

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P1556 Customer states MIL-on with P0197 Customer states MIL-on with P0116 MIL-on P0456 Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on

10160841

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states MIL-on with P1558 Customer...

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states MIL-on with P0116 MIL-on P0456 Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on

10160326

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 Customer states the sunshade is...

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binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states horn is inoperative or does not sound correct Customer states airbag light on

10159823

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states there is a rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states...

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MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states "door warning light" on dash and/or locks, mirrors or window functions inoperative Customer states airbag light on

10159822

Customer states noise from heat shield Customer states there is a rattle from beneath the vehicle Customer states...

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MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states airbag light on

10159821

Customer states noise from heat shield MIL-on P11AD, P11AE, P11AF Customer states MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 ...

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Customer states the sunshade is binding/tearing/separating The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states airbag light on

10159422

Customer states noise from heat shield MIL-on P11AD, P11AE, P11AF Customer states MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 ...

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Customer states front window(s) noisy during operation Customer states the sunshade is binding The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states no/low heat output Customer states front windshield is distorted/warped Customer states drivers front seat does not move forwards/backwards Customer states airbag light on

10159419

Customer states noise from heat shield MIL-on P11AD, P11AE, P11AF Customer states MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 ...

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Customer states front window(s) noisy during operation Customer states the sunshade is binding The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states no/low heat output Customer states drivers front seat does not move forwards/backwards Customer states airbag light on Note: 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB missing.

10158733

Customer states noise from heat shield MIL-on P11AD, P11AE, P11AF Customer states MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 ...

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Customer states front window(s) noisy during operation Customer states the headliner makes noise, is loose or hangs down Customer states the sunshade is binding The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states no/low heat output Customer states drivers front seat does not move forwards/backwards Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights Customer states airbag light on This document applies to the 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB

HVAC & Climate

18 bulletins
11018938

How to check for HVAC system leaks using nitrogen.

11011374

HVAC duct cleaning and deodorizing

10249414

A/C Compressor leak diagnosis

10245617

Reporting procedure for A/C compressor replacement regardless of the reason for failure.

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Update to model year applicability and new warranty GFF labor operation number

10226226

A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.

10217846

Additional instruction before replacing A/C compressor.

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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

10214484

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen.

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Updated to include ID.4

10214482

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen.

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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

10199924

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

10194497

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

10193924

Removing musty odor from A/C system.

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Updated to include additional model and model year applicability.

10189595

A/C system flush instruction.

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Updated to include an additional flush machine.

10189160

A/C cap leak diagnosis.

10186589

A/C requirements, update to title.

10183576

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

10181982

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

10179139

Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed.

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To include additional models and model year applicability. A.C. Compressor Replacement, GFF Required Regardless of Concern and Flush Requirement

10163512

Air Conditioning Compressor Leak Diagnosis.

Fuel System

12 bulletins
11025432

EVAP and Leak Detection Pump replacement components.

11025431

A list of suggested fuel stations

11021378

Fuel Additive

11014948

EVAP Components replacement

11008852

Recommended Gasoline Quality

10238298

Gasoline fuel additive

10232176

EVAP components available separately or as an assembly.

10214745

Gasoline quality check.

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Update to model and model year applicability.

10214485

Gasoline quality.

10198166

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

10188553

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

10172563

Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.

Body & Paint

12 bulletins
11010024

Lack of paint under roof

11008846

Wind & Water Leak Checking

10206817

Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect.

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Update model year applicability.

10201479

Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.

10187516

Calibration Mirror(s) information for special tool VAS 6430

10159013

Indication of horn chirp operation.

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The horn confirmation requires two rapid presses of the lock button on the key fob to sound. If the door lock confirmation sounds after pressing the lock button quickly, twice, the vehicle is performing as designed and no repairs are needed.

10158732

Customer states noise from heat shield MIL-on P11AD, P11AE, P11AF Customer states MIL-on with P0496 MIL-on P0456 ...

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Customer states front window(s) noisy during operation Customer states the headliner makes noise, is loose or hangs down Customer states the sunshade is binding Customer states the windshield is cracked The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states no/low heat output Customer states drivers front seat does not move forwards/backwards Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights This document applies to 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB

10158731

Customer states noise from heat shield MIL-on P11AD, P11AE, P11AF MIL-on P0456 Customer states front window(s) noisy...

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during operation Customer states the headliner makes noise, is loose or hangs down Customer states the sunshade is binding Customer states the windshield is cracked The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative. Customer states AC inoperative Customer states no/low heat output Customer states drivers front seat does not move forwards/backwards Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights This document applies to the 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB

10156554

Customer states noise from heat shield, MIL-on P11AD/P11AE/P11AF, MIL-on P0456, Customer states front window(s) noisy...

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during operation, Customer states the headliner makes noise, is loose or hangs down, Customer states the sunshade is binding, The front window regulator(s) exhibiting noise, shutter, binding, or is inoperative, Customer states AC inoperative, Customer states no/low heat output, Customer states drivers front seat does not move forwards/backwards, Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights

10156553

Customer states noise from heat shield, MIL-on P11AD/P11AE/P11AF, MIL-on P0456, Customer states front window(s) noisy...

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during operation, Customer states the headliner makes noise, is loose or hangs down, Customer states the sunshade is binding, Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights

10156552

Customer states noise from heat shield, MIL-on P11AD/P11AE/P11AF, MIL-on P0456, Customer states front window(s) noisy...

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during operation, Customer states the headliner makes noise, is loose or hangs down, Customer states the sunshade is binding, Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights, Customer states Kessy inoperative possibly with "Keyless Defective" in MFI

10156551

Customer states noise from heat shield, MIL-on P11AD/P11AE/P11AF, MIL-on P0456, Customer states 2nd row seat rattles...

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while driving, Customer states front window(s) noisy during operation, Customer states the sunshade is binding, Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights, Customer states Kessy inoperative possibly with "Keyless Defective" in MFI,

Transmission

11 bulletins
11025440

Cautions about using aftermarket transmission flush machines and aftermarket transmission fluids.

11025439

Diagnosing Manual Transmission Noise

11008860

Manual transmission noise diagnosing

10238310

Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements

10238309

Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.

10218953

Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance

10214473

Auto Trans fluid requirements.

10197674

Reverse gear function note.

10188558

Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.

10168645

"Additional Maintenance Items section: ""Transmission, automatic (non-DSG automatic transmission): Change fluid and...

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filter every 80K miles"" REMOVED: ""and filter"""

10149899

Updated transmission filling direction

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

10 bulletins
11026177

Warranty Instruction and guidance

11010011

Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available

10241699

Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections

10241698

Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections

10240900

Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections

10178589

Recall Reminder Part Labels

10168656

USB connector outside influence damage not covered by warranty.

10163818

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

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Sparkplugs Replace at 80K miles: ADDED: GTI and Jetta GLI to only models."

10150845

Oil Service Reminder Rest Instructions

10150801

Additional Maintenance Items Section: Changed model information for 40k and 80k sparkplug intervals.

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Removed 60k sparkplug interval.

Brakes

10 bulletins
11016584

Brake Repair or Replacement Information

10239637

Brake repair or replacement instruction.

10214795

Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation.

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Addition of mandatory brake form and reference to Volkswagen Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual.

10214771

Vibration / Pulsation or Noise when Braking.

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Update to include model year and worksheet.

10214748

Brake repair or replace worksheet.

10207832

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

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10205519

Bake Vibration, Pulsation, Noise when braking during PDI

10183295

"Additional Maintenance Items section: Brake Fluid: Change REPLACED interval with the following: ""3 years after...

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registration and then every 2 years regardless of mileage"""

10180603

Antilock brake function test direction.

10180101

Antilock brake function test direction.

Infotainment

6 bulletins
10253192

Infotainment Worksheet (U.S.

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10198169

Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.

10191559

Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro.

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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 without any discrepancy.

10169139

Infotainment, update programming

10163539

Infotainment worksheet.

10154095

Scan tool "calculated load" reading displays unusual values.

Suspension

4 bulletins
11026184

What is and what is not a leaking suspension strut.

11021372

How to identify and when to replace a leaking strut

10232117

Strut or Shock leak assessment.

10156550

Customer states noise from heat shield, MIL-on P11AD/P11AE/P11AF, MIL-on P0456, Customer states 2nd row seat rattles ...

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while driving, Customer states front window(s) noisy during operation, Customer states the sunshade is binding, Customer states noise from front suspension while driving, Customer states MIL-on and/or multiple warning lights, Customer states Kessy inoperative possibly with "Keyless Defective" in MFI

Tires & Wheels

4 bulletins
11026174

Alignment sheet submission.

11018934

Using Alignment Sheet Submission Form

10228174

Required Alignment Submission form.

10173862

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

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Information only for all other dealers.

Lighting

3 bulletins
10210225

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation.

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Update model year applicability to include 2022.

10188562

Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.

10159015

Adaptive front lighting descriptive

Steering

1 bulletin
11028492

Assessment of Damage to steering wheel leather

Hybrid & EV

1 bulletin
10159814

Campaign Reminder Communication.

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Also includes: 1998-2004 Beetle, 2003-2004 Beetle Convertible, 2019 Beetle Convertible, 1994-2004 Eurovan, 1994-2004 Golf, 1994-2004 Jetta, 2001-2004 Jetta Wagon, 2018-2019 Tiguan LWB, 1994-2004 Passat, 1994-2004 Passat Wagon, 2004 Phaeton, 2013-2016 Jetta Hybrid, 2004 R32 and 1995-2006 Cabrio.