2021 Volkswagen Gti TSBs

Turbocharger repair or replace due to stuck wastegate.

How to measure engine oil consumption.

Proper engine oil level before leaving the factory.

Engine misfire diagnostic aid.

Fuel Additive to prevent sporatic misfire

For applicable Settlement Class Vehicles, the New Vehicle Limited Warranty will be extended to cover 50% of the repair...

This supporting FAQ is for the Turbocharger Limited Warranty Extension Class Action Settlement.

Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards (U.S.

Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards

Turbocharger wastegate stuck, DTCs P2563 and or P00AF stored in engine/motor control module.

Identifying and Mixing Engine Coolant

Engine Oil Standards

A list of engine oil that meet Volkswagen Engine Oil Standards

How to perform the engine oil consumption measurement

Checking Engine Oil and correctly reading dip stick

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid

Fuel additive to help with misfire faults

Engine Oil Standards

Engine oil quality standards

Engine Oil Pressure-Priming

Engine Assembly Tip

Engine Replacement Tip

Engine No Start, ECM shorted due to incorrect battery removal

Engine oil quality standards

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

Engine oil quality standards

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

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

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

VW Engine oil quality standards

VW Engine oil quality standards

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

VW Engine oil quality standards

VW Engine oil quality standards

VW Engine oil quality standards

VW Engine oil quality standards

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

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

Engine Oil Consumption Measurement Instruction and Work sheet.

Correct engine oil level during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)

Gasoline quality information in regards to gasoline engine performance.

Diagnostic Aid for engine misfire.

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

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

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

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

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

Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

Volkswagen Engine Oil Quality Standards

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Engine oil consumption measurement.

VW engine oil specifications.

VW engine oil specifications.

Checking engine oil during PDI.

Recommended fuel additive to avoid engine misfires.

Engine misfire diagnostic aid.

Engine oil pressure priming.

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Engine oil consumption measurement.

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Properly checking and reading engine oil level instruction

Engine Misfire Diagnostic Aid.

Engine oil consumption measurement.

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

In the event of a catalytic converter failure, which could negatively impact tailpipe emissions, existing diagnostics...

In the event of a catalytic converter failure, which could negatively impact tailpipe emissions, existing diagnostics...

Updated to include update recommended engine oil attachments.

Customer states MIL-on with P2421 Customer states MIL-on with Misfire code Customer states clutch pedal makes noise ...

Customer states MIL-on with P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P2421 Customer states MIL-on with Misfire code Customer...

Customer states MIL-on with P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P2421 Customer states MIL-on with Misfire code Customer...

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

Customer states MIL-on with P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P2421 Customer states MIL-on with Misfire code Customer...

Customer states MIL-on with P0556 Customer states MIL-on with P2421 Customer states MIL-on with Misfire code Customer...

Customer states MIL-on with P0556 "Customer states MIL-on with P11A1/P11A2/P11A3/P11A4/P11A5/P11A6/P11A7/P11A8/ ...

Customer states MIL-on with P0556 "Customer states MIL-on with P11A1/P11A2/P11A3/P11A4/P11A5/P11A6/P11A7/P11A8/ ...

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

Customer states MIL-on with P0556 "Customer states MIL-on with P11A1/P11A2/P11A3/P11A4/P11A5/P11A6/P11A7/P11A8/ ...

Customer states oil leak from the engine Customer states MIL-on with P0556 "Customer states MIL-on with...

Customer states oil leak from the engine Customer states MIL-on with P0556 "Customer states MIL-on with...

Engine oil level checking, updated to include model year 2021

Customer states oil leak from the engine Customer states MIL-on with P0556 MIL-on P04F0 and/or P0441 Customer states...

Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states oil leak from the engine Customer states MIL-on with P0556 MIL-on...

Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states oil leak from the engine Customer states oil leak from the engine ...

Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states oil leak from the engine Customer states oil leak from the engine ...

Customer states MIL-on with P0496 Customer states oil leak from the engine Customer states oil leak from the engine ...

Coolant Bleed Procedure

GFF Requirements regardless of concern plus System flush requirement

G12Evo can now be mixed with previous coolants.

Activation

How to activate CAR NET including additional diagnostics

CV Boot replacement

Water migration under the RAPGARD protection when vehicle arrives at dealership.

Internal Moisture Accumulation

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

Additional reporting

Fluid requirements

Car-net 2.0 may not fully complete the initial Register and Pairing process (R&P) after removal of

Car-net 2.0 may not fully complete the initial Register and Pairing process (R&P) after removal of

KESSY Key adaptation

Mandatory Fastener Replacement

Remote Key testing & replacement.

To ensure that the customer is familiar with the various Driver Assist systems and the system limitations via the owners...

Safety Related Inquiry and Reporting

Helpline & Parts Dept.

Diagnostic assistance for excessive static current draw

Generator Replacement

KESSY Key Adaptation.

SERV_ACT - Sport HMI Performance Monitor

SERV_ACT - Sport HMI Performance Monitor

This Document informs dealers on VWP-23-01

Water migration underneath transportation covering (RAPGARD).

Driver Seat, Memory Set procedure.

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06.

This Document informs dealers on VWP-22-06

Release Notes Supplement.

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.

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

This Document was revised to include 2022 Model Year information

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

Additional safety related Inquiry and Reporting instruction.

Rest procedure for OCU

Vehicle delivery by-pack instruction.

Car-Net technical handling.

Parts ordering information

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

MQB KESSY adaptation tip.

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

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

This Document was revised to include 2021 Model Year

New Doc

Data link diagnostics and tips

MQB KESSY adaptation tip

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

New Document

New Document

Mandatory fastener.

Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information

metadata adjustment.

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

Apple Car Play Information

Car Net button function testing tip.

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

A "How To" activate Car Net 2.0 - Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit -J949-Vehicle is Offline (Not Connected)

Inspecting sensors for damage

Battery testing

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

Addressing Cybersecurity or Vehicle Hack concerns

Flushing an R1234YF A/C circuit using a flush machine

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

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

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

Notifying customers they can take advantage of complimentary safe and secure after their complimentary software update

Battery adaptation procedure when battery label is missing.

Procedure before remote key battery replacement

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

Park Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

Battery adaptation when battery labels are missing.

Minimum battery charger requirements during software updates

Battery Testing and Charging using VAS6161 and or GRX3000VAS

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.

In-car WIFI inop or malfunctioning.

Battery Testing and Charging using recommended VW test equipment.

Battery Tester VAS 6161 introduction.

Parking Assist Sensors Providing False Warnings.

Discharged Battery, Diagnosis for excessive current draw.

Modified diagnosis for Car Net 2.0 - Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit -J949- Green Light Does Not Illuminate

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

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

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

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

Ready status for J949 Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit.

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit.

Cleaning of R1234YF Refrigerant Circuit

In the event of a catalytic converter failure, which could negatively impact tailpipe emissions, existing diagnostics...

In the event of a catalytic converter failure, which could negatively impact tailpipe emissions, existing diagnostics...

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

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

Remote Key Battery replacement.

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

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

"CHANGED TITLE TO: 2021 VW Maintenance Schedule - All Model Gasoline Vehicles Additional Maintenance Items: Spark...

Voltage Drop Testing.

Voltage Drop Testing.

How to manage software versions using VW diagnostic Tool

Software Version Management (SVM) instruction.

Update model year applicability to include 2023.

ACC Calibration Process

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

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

Update to the transport mode removal test plan under the Service title.

update to required vehicle wash shampoo.

In-car WIFI inop or malfunctioning.

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

MQB KESSY adaptation tip.

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

Over-the-Air Software Updates dealer communication

Volkswagen is inviting selected corporate vehicle drivers to participate in a voluntary program designed to validate the...

This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.

Update to model year applicability.

Over the air SW flash for OCU3 Low 302

SD creator instruction, updated to include model year 2022.

Immobilizer Key adaptation test plan.

Software Version Management (SVM)

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

Update to top tier brochure purchasing url.

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

Updated to include an additional model year applicability.

Updated key ordering protocol

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

Metadata update.

Water Migration Under the RAPGARD transportation protection.

Update brochure part number and recording URL.

Updated to include model year 2021

Updated to include 2021 Model year applicability.

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

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

Generator replacement, updated to include model years 2020 & 2021

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

Diagnosing Manual Transmission Noise

Manual transmission noise diagnosing

Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements

Noise Diagnostic for Manual Transmission vehicles.

Manual transmission noise diagnostic assistance

Auto Trans fluid requirements.

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301,...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301,...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301,...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301,...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with any combination of P0300, P0301,...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise from front suspension Customer states...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start.

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start.

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Customer states no crank/no start.

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Hood...

Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states noise during clutch pedal operation Hood...

Customer states MIL-on with P013E in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states...

Customer states MIL-on with P013E in the ECM Customer states MIL-on with P0087 P0149 P053F in the ECM Customer states...

Reverse gear function note.

Transmission Fluid requirements updated to include additional model year applicability.

Infotainment Worksheet (U.S.

Infotainment system freezes and/or reboots, will not turn on/boot up, loses sound and/or volume controls malfunctions,...

Update programming for MIB3 infotainment system

Over-the-Air (OTA) Software Update Available for Infotainment System

MIB3 CarPlay Connectivity Issues.

MIB3 CarPlay Connectivity Issues.

91CZ, 91DC and 91Di - Infotainment System Software Update - Closure announcement

Infotainment System reset.

Infotainment System Software Update - 91Di code added for USA only

Infotainment System Software Update - Golf models added

Infotainment System Software Update

MIB3 Infotainment software update.

MIB3 Infotainment software update.

MIB3 Infotainment software update.

MIB3 Infotainment software update.

Navigation for addressing incorrect Part direction.

Infotainment diagnosis updated to include Taos model

Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro.

False manufacturing DTC stored in MIB3 Infotainment system.

MQB3 Radio feature explanation.

HVAC duct cleaning and deodorizing

A/C Compressor leak diagnosis

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

A/C requirements, update to model year applicability.

Additional instruction before replacing A/C compressor.

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen.

Refrigerant leak diagnosis using Nitrogen.

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

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

Removing musty odor from A/C system.

A/C system flush instruction.

A/C cap leak diagnosis.

A/C requirements, update to title.

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

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

Statement referring to TB 2043893 removed.

Steps to perform when a customer states and unwarranted Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB).

Brake Repair or Replacement Information

These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the Class Action...

These documents are for the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) Limited Warranty Extension as part of the Class Action...

Brake Disc (rotor) instruction for resurfacing following Volkswagen Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.

Brake repair or replacement instruction.

Unwanted Autonomous Braking instruction.

Brake Rotor, Vibration / Pulsation.

Vibration / Pulsation or Noise when Braking.

Brake repair or replace worksheet.

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

Bake Vibration, Pulsation, Noise when braking during PDI

Gathering of data for Autonomous Emergency Braking

What to do if customer mentions water droplet within tail lights.

moisture witin rear tail lamp assembly

Green Light Does Not Illuminate

Phyical condensation within Taillamp cluster is an optical phenomenon and does not affect the function of the...

Taillight Cluster Condensation.

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation.

Condensation in Taillight Cluster.

Exterior lighting moisture in lens updated to exclude LED lighting.

CarNet, No green light at PDI

Addressing no green light for Car-Net.

Addressing no green light for Car-Net.

EVAP and Leak Detection Pump replacement components.

A list of suggested fuel stations

EVAP Components replacement

Recommended Gasoline Quality

Gasoline fuel additive

EVAP components available separately or as an assembly.

Gasoline quality check.

Gasoline quality.

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

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

Lack of paint under roof

Wind & Water Leak Checking

Paint inspection during Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI)

Water under transportation wrapping appears as paint defect.

Republication of archived technical tip for water leak testing fixture.

Prism mirror Owner's manual

Hood latch input required for adapting immobilizer test plan success.

Calibration Mirror(s) information for special tool VAS 6430

Forigen objects inside seat belt buckle

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

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

Airbag Issues.

Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available

"Additional Maintenance Items: Dust & Pollen Filter: Change ""40,000 miles or 2 years, whichever occurs first"""

Recall Reminder Part Labels

Strut or Shock leak assessment.

Required Alignment Submission form.