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2004 Volkswagen R32 TSBs

108 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories

Engine

25 bulletins
10241340

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00

10241339

Oil Consumption Measurement

10241335

Oil Consumption Measurement

10241333

Oil Consumption Measurement

10241265

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

10241177

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards

10239789

To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line.

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The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage. Proceed with checking any other lines as necessary. Once the damaged line is identified, repair utilizing the Repair kit by Permatex ITEM 09117.

10238600

Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage.

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When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installation procedures outlined in ELSA. For the flywheel/flexplate, please be certain the correct shim is installed between it and the crankshaft (reference VWIQ120). When installing a torque converter, press the torque converter hub through the seal as far as the first stop. Turn the torque converter while pushing toward the transmission using light force, until the cut outs in the torque converter hub lock into the pump wheel plate. The torque converter slides in. The torque converter is installed correctly if it is easy to turn by hand and if it fits evenly in the transmission bell housing. Additionally, it should spin freely when the transmission bell housing bolts are torqued to the engine block, prior to installation of the flywheel to converter bolts (reference VWIQ121).

10238572

Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then...

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returned to idle.

10237427

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

10236481

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

10235138

Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

10168683

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards.

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.

10159016

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

10158514

Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document

10133344

17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil...

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standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

10043602

VOLKSWAGEN: GASOLINE ENGINES HAVE ROUGH IDLE, HAVE SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF POWER OR STALLING WITH REDUCED PERFORMANCE.

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*PE

10036496

VOLKSWAGEN: GASOLINE ENGINE VEHICLES INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY, REPLACE IGNITION COILS.

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VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. MODELS PASSAT AND WAGON; GOLF; GTI; JETTA AND WAGON; NEW BEETLE AND CONVERTIBLE; PHAETON; EOS; RABBIT, ETC. *PE

10034745

VOLKSWAGEN: MIL ON OR FLASHING, MISFIRE DTCS P0300-0312 STORED IN ECM.

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THE MISFIRE CONDITION MAY BE CAUSED BY A MALFUNCTIONING IGNITION COIL. VEHICLES ARE OUT OF PRODUCTION. *PE

10011567

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE (ECT) SENSOR.

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*TC

10007003

THE LOWER RADIATOR HOSE COULD CONTACT THE ENGINE COOLING FAN WHICH MAY LEAD TO RADIATOR HOSE WEAR.

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*TT

Other

21 bulletins
10252942

Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)

10243034

VW Elsa Newsletter

10243011

VW Elsa Newsletter

10242996

VW Elsa Newsletter

10242399

VW Elsa Newsletter

10242375

VW Elsa Newsletter

10242372

VW Elsa Newsletter

10242349

VW Elsa Newsletter

10241266

Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials

10236426

Contacting the parts helpline

10212722

Part ordering

10175799

Tool number added to table.

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Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A

10168358

Include new special tool adapter and 2018 model year Jetta only

10164239

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

10159010

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

10157383

VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide

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.

10144652

This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.

10126899

Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be...

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re-used

10121158

Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)

10012457

DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1603 (18011) STORED IN DTC MEMORY.

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*TT

Software & Calibration

20 bulletins
10241310

Software Version Management

10239262

In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time units to 30...

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time units during the system update posted on July 4th.

10236497

Quick reference update guide.

10228180

Update model year applicability to include 2023.

10204722

This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.

10174476

Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.

10169135

Update model applicability to MY 2020.

10168364

Update to mode; and model year applicability.

10163542

Update vehicle metadata to include pull ahead models.

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

10157460

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the...

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customer concerns about a vehicle

10155839

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the...

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customer concerns about a vehicle

10128084

Quick Reference Update Guide of the vehicles expected upgraded software level.

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The latest corresponding technical bulletins that address the issues, and concerns that have been had with the vehicles.

10128055

This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi...

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requests.

10127969

Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models.

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Update model year applicability.

10126870

Update to include additional model year applicability.

10126861

Update to model year applicability.

10126785

Update model year applicability to include 2017.

10126783

Update model and model year applicability.

10124367

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the...

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customer concerns about a vehicle

10120284

Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the...

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customer concerns about a vehicle

Electrical

14 bulletins
10239831

Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger

10239541

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

10239403

If key blade is found to stick or bind when opening or closing, check position of roll pin that secures key blade to mechanism.

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If roll pin is sticking out on either side (as shown below), do not replace key. Instead, use appropriate sized punch and hammer to drive in the roll pin so that it is flush with edge of mechanism.

10238960

To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles.

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Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.

10238959

To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles.

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Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.

10228178

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

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Updated to include additional model year applicability.

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.

10158529

Battery Testing and Charging instruction.

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Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

10157732

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software...

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updates, and technical bulletins.

10156127

Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software...

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updates, and technical bulletins.

10128105

This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical...

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bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.

10128104

This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro...

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infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.

10033216

VOLKSWAGEN: (REVISED) VEHICLES MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.

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IF THIS HAPPENS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SOME DETERIORATION IN PERFORMANCE. IN SOME CASES, A MALFUNCTIONING IGNITION COIL MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE TO EXCEED FEDERAL AND/OR CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS STANDARDS. 2001-2007 PASSA/PASSAT WAGON. *PE UPDATED 8/9/10. *PE UPDATED 11/8/10. *PE UPDATED 12/8/10. *PE UPDATED 2/28/11. *PE UPDATED 3/21/11. *PE

10033207

VOLKSWAGEN: VEHICLES MAY HAVE IGNITION COILS THAT COULD MALFUNCTION UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS.

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IF THIS HAPPENS, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) WILL ILLUMINATED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE SOME DETERIORATION IN PERFORMANCE. IN SOME CASES, A MALFUNCTIONING IGNITION COIL MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE TO EXCEED FEDERAL AND/OR CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS STANDARDS. NO MODELS LISTED. *PE

Lighting

8 bulletins
10253215

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

10253214

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

10253213

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

10239592

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

10239591

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

10239590

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

10158533

Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses.

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TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

10008081

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) P1347/17755 AND P1340/17748 STORED IN MEMORY.

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INCLUDING VARIOUS MODELS VOLKSWAGEN 2002-2003. *MJ

HVAC & Climate

4 bulletins
10252204

Air Conditioning Does not Operate

10239534

HVAC, Unpleasant Odor

10239533

HVAC, Unpleasant Odor

10239532

HVAC, Unpleasant Odor

Fuel System

4 bulletins
10241311

Gasoline Quality

10237766

The DLC is intended for use with diagnostic scan tools and by emissions testing stations.

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However, aftermarket devices (i.e., drive data recorders) that connect to the DLC have now become available.

10236436

Gasoline quality.

10121123

Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

3 bulletins
10239270

Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014

10238932

If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order.

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If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.

10238931

If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order.

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If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.

Transmission

3 bulletins
10237700

For concerns of no or intermittent A/C operation where pressure diagnosis does not lead to a cause, be sure to check the N25 A/C clutch coil.

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The fan control module may send a brief voltage signal to the clutch and then shut it off due to an open or high resistance in the coil circuit. The coil resistance should be between 3.5 and 4.5 ohms. If the reading is high or low when checked at the fan module, be sure to double check right at the coil to rule out any wiring concerns. Additionally, check ground circuit integrity for the clutch coil.

10041250

VOLKSWAGEN: THE GEAR BOX HAS A MOMENTARILY DELAY WHILE ACCELERATING.

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*RM

10026848

VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES.

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HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE

Infotainment

2 bulletins
10238935

When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off.

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A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.

10159014

Alternative method for radio code retrieval.

Air Bags & Safety

2 bulletins
10213836

Airbag Issues.

10036493

VOLKSWAGEN: CHILD RESTRAINT LATCH GUIDANCE FIXTURE; COMPLIANCE WITH FMVSS 225 (USA ONLY).

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UPDATE TO EXISTING TECHNICAL BULLETIN. NO PRODUCTION CHANGE REQUIRED. ALL MODELS. *PE

Tires & Wheels

1 bulletin
10238972

The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle.

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There are many different tire dressing products available. When choosing a product please pay close attention to its contents. Always use a water based product.

Body & Paint

1 bulletin
10034069

VOLKSWAGEN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER.

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INSPECT, CLEAN AND MODIFY SUNROOF DRAINS FOR CERTAIN VOLKSWAGEN VEHICLES AND REVISED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; SUNROOF DRAIN INSPECTION AND CLEANING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. CSC LETTER WAS REC'D. *PE MODEL AND MODEL YEARS INCLUDED. UPDATED *PE