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Technical Service Bulletins

Released 10/21/2015
V191501 Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants 1994-2016 all except Routan

Released 10/16/2015
Vw Technical Bulletin

TSB Description

Released 6/27/2012
V191203 Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants all vehciles except Routan (1994-2013)

Released 10/7/2008
V700804 Interior, cleaning tips for fabrics vinyls and plastics

Released 9/2/2008
Interior, Cleaning Tips for Leather Upholstery

Released 8/18/2008
Sealants, Liquid Gaskets and Lubricants Containing Silicone: Damage to Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors and Oxygen sensors may result from use of sealants, liquid gaskets, or lubricants containing silicone.

Released 1/24/2007
Use of Novelty Compact Discs in Compact Disc (CD) Players

Released 9/12/2001
Perfect Delivery Inspection

Released 2/19/1999
Synthetic Oil,Usage

Released 9/17/1997
Fluid Capacity Chart

Released 5/4/1995
Portable gasoline Containers,Filing

Released 4/11/1995
New VW ATF/01M transmission.checking ATF level, changing ATF

Released 12/22/1994
Poor Engine performance Fuel System

Released 6/2/2020
00-18-05 - Squeaks, Rattles, and Noise, Repair Materials

Released 4/30/2019
Vw Technical Bulletin

TSB Description

Released 1/22/2019
V691901 - Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries (U.S. Only)

Released 8/9/2018
V001805 - Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials

Released 4/26/2018
V601801 - Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries (U.S. Only)

Released 3/27/2015
V941501 2011521 Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation 1996-2015 all except Routan

Released 3/26/2012
V001202 Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials (1995-2013) All Models

Released 10/8/2010
Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Are Inoperative

Released 10/7/2008
V700804 Interior, cleaning tips for fabrics vinyls and plastics

Released 9/2/2008
Interior, Cleaning Tips for Leather Upholstery

Released 8/18/2008
Sealants, Liquid Gaskets and Lubricants Containing Silicone: Damage to Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors and Oxygen sensors may result from use of sealants, liquid gaskets, or lubricants containing silicone.

Released 3/18/2008
Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Are Inoperative

Released 1/7/2008
Module, Airbag, Color Code Identification and Coding

Released 10/2/2007
Exhaust Heat Shield, Replacement Guidelines

Released 8/10/2007
Interior, Cleaning Tips for Fabrics, Vinyls and Plastics

Released 8/10/2007
Interior, Cleaning Tips for Leather Upholstery

Released 2/22/2007
Airbag Coding

Released 2/22/2007
LATCH system"Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children",Installing/Retrofitting

Released 9/26/2006
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries

Released 9/14/2005
Squeaks,Rattles and Noise,Repair Kit

Released 8/7/2002
Paint Finish,Repairing Stone Chips

Released 8/16/2001
Rapgard Inspection,Removal,and Disposal Procedures

Released 10/26/2000
Delivery Satisfaction Enhancement Program

Released 9/11/2000
Repeat Repairs on Vehicles Within Warranty

Released 6/27/2000
Comfort Control module/Window lifter Motors,Additional Information Required before Ordering Parts

Released 2/10/2000
Sidewinder key and Locks,Ordering and Warranty Claim information

Released 6/17/1999
Airbag units,replacing following deployment

Released 6/12/1998
Technical Bullentin Fax On Demand

Released 9/9/1997
Convenience Close feature,Sunroof Will Not Close

Released 4/1/1996
Lock Cylinder,removing and Installing Changes in repair Procedure

Released 10/26/1995
Adhesive material changed for flush bonded windows

Released 10/11/1995
DTC Readout 00735,Incorrect

Released 4/11/1995
VAG 1551 Scan Tool Printout

Released 12/15/1994
Interior/Exterior Cleanliness and Condition Survey

Released 11/9/1994
Sunroof makes a popping noise or jams while opening in sliding mode

Released 8/28/2006
Master Cylinder / ABS, Adaptor for Checking Pressure2

Released 1/4/2001
Master Cylinder/ABS,Adapter for Checking Pressure

TSB Description

Released 12/12/1996
TDI RPM Characterisitics When Simultaneously Applying Accelerator and Brake Pedals

Released 4/4/1996
Directional Front Barke Pads Removing and Installing

Released 1/9/2020
Vw Technical Bulletin

Released 6/1/2017
V191701 Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants

TSB Description

Released 10/21/2015
V191501 Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants 1994-2016 all except Routan

Released 6/27/2012
V191203 Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants all vehciles except Routan (1994-2013)

Released 1/30/1997
Cooling System Update

Released 10/30/1996
New Coolant

Released 4/21/2020
94-19-01 - Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

Released 4/26/2018
V601801 - Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries (U.S. Only)

TSB Description

Released 10/31/2016
V691601 - Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries (U.S. Only)

Released 10/28/2015
V941502 Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation 1996-2016 all except Routan

Released 3/27/2015
V941501 2011521 Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation 1996-2015 all except Routan

Released 8/13/2013
V691303 Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries (1990-2014)

Released 12/15/2011
V271105 Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw (1990-2012) all models except Routa

Released 4/28/2010
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries

Released 12/2/2009
Immobilizer Active Intermittently

Released 11/24/2008
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

Released 8/28/2008
V270804 Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw 1990-2010 All Except Routan

Released 8/18/2008
Module, Airbag, Color Code Identification and Coding All exc. Routan

Released 3/18/2008
Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Are Inoperative

Released 1/7/2008
Module, Airbag, Color Code Identification and Coding

Released 2/22/2007
Airbag Coding

Released 2/22/2007
LATCH system"Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children",Installing/Retrofitting

Released 2/20/2007
Engine Replacement, Checking for Debris Lodged in Transferred Assemblies

Released 1/25/2007
DTCs P1580(17988) and P0103 (16487) Stored in DTC Memory

Released 9/26/2006
Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries

Released 2/27/2006
Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

Released 5/24/2001
Radio Connectors

Released 6/27/2000
Comfort Control module/Window lifter Motors,Additional Information Required before Ordering Parts

Released 12/9/1999
Premium V radio ,Scan Tool Testing Warning

Released 6/17/1999
Airbag units,replacing following deployment

Released 9/9/1997
Convenience Close feature,Sunroof Will Not Close

Released 8/24/1997
Additional OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's)

Released 5/29/1996
Speedometer Replacement,Compliance with Governmental Regulations

Released 12/1/1995
Driver and passenger Airbag system On Board Diagnostic(OBD)

Released 10/5/1995
CD Changer,Grounding

Released 9/11/1995
Airbag System,use of Stabilant 22A on Electrical Connections OK

Released 8/1/1995
CD changer,Skipping

Released 4/11/1995
ELECTRICAL CONTACT ENHANCER

Released 4/11/1995
ELECTRICAL CONTACT ENHANCER

Released 1/13/1995
Battery,Charging Precautions

Released 1/13/1995
Battery,Charging Precautions

Released 1/9/1995
Airbag ECM safety Lock Connector,Replacing

Released 8/1/1994
Radio Diagnosis Instructions

Released 1/31/1992
ELECTRICAL WIRING REPAIR

Released 1/25/2007
DTCs P1580(17988) and P0103 (16487) Stored in DTC Memory

Released 1/19/2007
Sealants,Liquid gaskets and Lubricants Containing Silicone

TSB Description

Released 3/29/2001
Customer States,"Vehicle Hesitates or Will Not Move After Stopping"

Released 8/20/1999
Thin Coating of oil Collects on Mass Air Flow(MAF) Sensor

Released 6/25/1999
Exhaust Smoke,Intermittently Visible

Released 8/24/1997
Additional OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's)

Released 12/12/1996
TDI RPM Characterisitics When Simultaneously Applying Accelerator and Brake Pedals

Released 11/21/1996
Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL) On ,O2 Sensor DTC's Stored in DTC Memory

Released 6/11/1996
Engine Idle Speed,Adjusting

Released 2/22/1996
Turbo Diesel Engine, Hard Starting

Released 2/1/1996
Diesel Injection Pump

Released 1/12/1996
Turbocharger,Engine Starting Precautions

Released 10/11/1995
DTC Readout 00735,Incorrect

Released 8/24/1995
Power Accessory Circuit,Intermittent Operation

Released 8/4/1995
Heated Oxygen Sensor,Troubleshooting

Released 5/4/1995
Portable gasoline Containers,Filing

Released 12/22/1994
Poor Engine performance Fuel System

Released 10/8/2010
Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Are Inoperative

Released 9/26/2007
HVAC, Musty Odor

TSB Description

Released 5/10/2007
HVAC, Musty Odor

Released 8/16/2001
Rapgard Inspection,Removal,and Disposal Procedures

Released 9/17/1997
Fluid Capacity Chart

Released 2/23/1995
R-134a Expansion Valve,Noisy

Released 4/30/2019
Vw Technical Bulletin

Released 10/16/2015
Vw Technical Bulletin

TSB Description

Released 8/21/2008
V100801 Engine Replacement, Checking for Debris Lodged in Transferred Assemblies (1990 - 2010) All Except Routan

Released 2/20/2007
Engine Replacement, Checking for Debris Lodged in Transferred Assemblies

Released 1/19/2007
Sealants,Liquid gaskets and Lubricants Containing Silicone

Released 1/16/2007
Differences Between Phase II and Phase II ETA Transmissions

Released 11/17/2006
ATF Cooler and Lines, Checking/Cleaning Requirements During Transmission Replacement

Released 11/2/2005
Oli leaks from Upper engine areas,diagnosis Guidelines

Released 3/31/1999
Speed Sensors,Locating on Transmission and Associated Diagnostic Trouble Code

Released 2/19/1999
Synthetic Oil,Usage

Released 8/28/1997
No second gear , no fourth gear or vehicle will not move i any forward drive gear

Released 8/24/1997
Additional OBD II Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC's)

Released 6/4/1997
Toothed Belt Runs Towards Outside,Wears Out,Jumps Off,Cracks

Released 4/11/1997
Transmission Pops Out of Gear,Shifter feels Like it has Detent When Shifting into Gear

Released 4/10/1997
Shifter Difficult to Move Side to Side and transmission is Hard to(or will not) Shift Into Reverse

Released 6/11/1996
Engine Idle Speed,Adjusting

Released 4/30/1996
Metal Cylinder Head Gasket

Released 2/22/1996
Turbo Diesel Engine, Hard Starting

Released 1/12/1996
Turbocharger,Engine Starting Precautions

Released 11/15/1995
Engine Information,repair manual Update

Released 4/11/1995
New VW ATF/01M transmission.checking ATF level, changing ATF

Released 8/1/1994
Automatic transmission,troubleshooting

Released 8/1/1994
Automatic transmission 096/098,variations

Released 11/30/1992
Pressure Plate Mounting Bolts

Released 8/18/2008
Sealants, Liquid Gaskets and Lubricants Containing Silicone: Damage to Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensors and Oxygen sensors may result from use of sealants, liquid gaskets, or lubricants containing silicone.

Released 9/18/2000
Cruise Control, Checking and Coding

TSB Description

Released 8/19/1997
Goodyear Tire & Rubber,OE Customer Service Toll Free Line

Released 4/16/1996
Rear Tire Wear

Released 12/29/1995
Vehicle drifts To One Side

Released 10/10/1995
Stabilizer bar Connecting Link Installation

Released 10/4/1995
Modified Wheel Hub Splines Modified Axle Shaft Removal/Installation Procedure

Released 8/1/1994
Wheel/Tires,Eliminating Vibrations

Released 8/1/1994
Vehicle Pulls/Drifts to one side

Released 8/1/1994
Tire Cupping/Feather -Edging,front and rear

Released 1/22/2019
V691901 - Airbag / Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment Inquiries (U.S. Only)

Released 3/26/2012
V001202 Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials (1995-2013) All Models

TSB Description

Released 9/11/2006
Diagnostic Testers,No Communication,Possible Damage Due to Improper Installation of Aftermarket Accessories

Released 8/28/2006
Master Cylinder / ABS, Adaptor for Checking Pressure2

Released 8/7/2002
Paint Finish,Repairing Stone Chips

Released 2/21/2002
VAS 5051 Diagnostic Tester,Installing basis CD Version 3.10 for Accepting 7 Digit Immobilizer PIN

Released 1/4/2001
Master Cylinder/ABS,Adapter for Checking Pressure

Released 6/12/1998
Technical Bullentin Fax On Demand

Released 5/29/1996
Speedometer Replacement,Compliance with Governmental Regulations

Released 10/26/1995
Adhesive material changed for flush bonded windows

Released 4/11/1995
VAG 1551 Scan Tool Printout

Released 1/9/1995
Airbag ECM safety Lock Connector,Replacing

Released 9/12/2001
Perfect Delivery Inspection

Released 8/24/2001
Transportation Wiper Blades,Removing at Vehicle Delivery

TSB Description

Released 4/10/1995
Wiper Blades,Skipping

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