Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- Brakes/Suspension - Pedal Pulsation/Steering Shimmy
- Brakes - Noise
- Lubrication of Engine Oil Seals Prior to Installation
- Engine Performance - Loss of Power Under Load/Misfire
- Electric Fuel Pump - Humming/Buzzing Noise from Rear
- Engine - Long Cranking Time In Hot Weather
- Disc Brake - Squeal
- Brake System - Noise and Chatter/Pulsation
- Hydraulic Valve Lifters - Noisy
- Valve Lifters - Noisy
- Engine - Minor Metallic Ticking Noises at 1800-3200 RPM
- Water Pump - Leaks Coolant
- Rear Crankshaft Seal - Leaks Oil
- Alternator - V Belt Noisy/Loose Adjustment
- Alternator - V Belt Slipping/Noisy
- Exhaust - Leaking, Resonating Noise Under Car
- Exhaust - Noise Under the Vehicle
- Oil Cooler Housing - New Soldering Methods
- Rear Shock Absorber - Noise
- Body - Door Locks Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Lock Tumblers - Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Door Lock Key - Binding
- Front Power Seats - Insufficient Headroom
- Front Seat - Loose, Rattles, Squeaks
- Seats - Insufficient Headroom w/Sunroof
- Sunroof - Insufficient Headroom for Very Tall Persons
- Seat Padding - Insufficient Headroom
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks to Door Seal
- Headliner - Accumulates Dirt
- M/T - 1st and Reverse Gear Cannot Be Shifted
- Clutch Pedal - Noisy When Depressed
- Clutch Release Bearing - Noisy
- A/T - Buzzing Noise
- Clutch - Clicking Noise Between 3,000 to 5,000 rpm
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Stalls After Starting
- ECU - Improved Idle Quality
- Engine Performance - Improved Idle Quality
- Engine - Poor Driveability DTC 2132 Set
- ABS Pump - Noise and Slight Brake Pedal Vibration
- A/T - No Start In Neutral/Backup Lights Inoperative
- Ignition Lock - Binding
- MIL ON - DTC 2141, 2142 or 2143, Knock Sensor
- Engine - Noisy, Oil Warning Light Comes On
- Catalytic Converter - Odor At Exhaust Pipe
- A/T - Program Switch Remains In Depressed Position S
- Power Mirror Switch - Operating Effort Too High
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Front Seat Belt - Binding
- Seat Belts - Too Short
- Direction Light Switch - Does not Return to Neutral
- Fuel Gauge - Displays Empty
- Fuel Gauge - Inaccurate Reading
- Fuel Tank Sending Unit - Noisy and Erratic Reading
- Brake Lights - Not Functioning
- Radiator Fan - Stays On
- Front End - Knocking Noise
- Ignition Lock - Binds
- Central Locking System Knob - Loose, Cracked
- Body - Front Door Difficult to Open From Inside
- Interior - Door Panel Trim Separation
- Interior - Door Panel Trim Cloth/Plastic Separating
- Interior - Door Panel Storage Pocket Broken
- Interior - Door Panel Trim Separating
- Windshield - Sealing Strip Molding Detached, Sagging
- Windshield Glass - Stress Crack
- Rear Side Window Glass - Broken
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks
- Interior Mirror Assembly - Loose
- Power Mirror Glass - Spotted, Scratched
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Falls Down
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Loose, Falls Down
- Body Side Molding - Loose, Warped, Breaks Off
- Glove Box Door - Difficult to Close
- Shift Console Light - Inoperative or Burned Out
- Engine - Ticking Noise
- PCV - Rough Idle, Poor Performance
- Front End - Clunking Noise
- Engine - Hard Starting, Misfire and Poor Mileage
- Engine - Poor Performance/Will Not Start
- A/T - Noise Transmitted Through the Shift Cable
- Engine - Long Cranking/Poor Warmup Performance
- Drive Belt Sprocket Bolt - Revised Torque
- A Pillar Trim - Loose, Cracked, Noisy
- A Pillar Trim - Loose
- Rear Lid - Paint Damage
- Brake Pressure Regulator - Noise In Rear of Vehicle
- Trunk Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Rough Idle
- Sunroof - Buffeting Noise With Roof Fully Open
- Power Door Lock System - Does Not Work
- Power Door Lock System - Inoperative
- Trip Computer - Miles to Empty Reads Low While Driving
- Radio - Poor AM Reception/Interference
- License Plate Bracket - Breaks, Falls Down
- License Plate Bracket - Breaks
- Gearshift Mechanism - Squeaks/Rattles
- Interior - Creaking/Rattling Noise Under Shift Lever
- Chemicals,Additives
- Factory Modifications
- Recommended Repairs
- Seals, Gaskets
- Superceded Bulletins
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Brakes - Brake Pulsation Diagnostic Information
- Electrical - Electrical Malfunctions After Window Tint
- Warranty - Repurchased Vehicle Information
- Warranty Claims - Revised
- Bosch Component - Manufacturing Date Codes
- Vehicle - Warranty Voucher/Fixed Code Sticker Misplaced
- Special Tool Minimum Requirements - Revised
- Part Identifier - Additions/Revisions/Deletions
- Limited Warranty - With Powertrain Plus Protection
- Vehicle - Fluid Capacity Chart
- Fixed Code Sticker - Misplaced
- Brakes/Suspension - Pedal Pulsation/Steering Shimmy
- Brakes - Noise
- Brakes - Insufficient Ventilation
- Plastilube Moly 3 - Proper Procedures Obtaining
- A/C - Freon Recycling System
- A/C - System Discharging and Environmental Laws
- A/C System - Retrofitting R-12 to R-134a
- Transmissions - Oil Leakage After Installation
- Transmission Oil Seals/Lubricate Prior to Installation
- Engine Oil Seals - Leakage After Replacement
- Lubrication of Engine Oil Seals Prior to Installation
- Engine Performance - Loss of Power Under Load/Misfire
- Electric Fuel Pump - Humming/Buzzing Noise from Rear
- Engine - Long Cranking Time In Hot Weather
- Disc Brake - Squeal
- Brake System - Noise and Chatter/Pulsation
- Engine - Will Not Start/Excessive Cranking During PdI
- Fresh Air Blower - Operates in 4th Stage Only
- Hydraulic Valve Lifters - Noisy
- Valve Lifters - Noisy
- Engine - Minor Metallic Ticking Noises at 1800-3200 RPM
- Water Pump - Leaks Coolant
- Coolant Circulation Pump - Leakage Troubleshooting
- Cooling System - Radiator Fan Motor
- Rear Crankshaft Seal - Leaks Oil
- Alternator - V Belt Noisy/Loose Adjustment
- Alternator - V Belt Slipping/Noisy
- Exhaust - Leaking, Resonating Noise Under Car
- Exhaust - Noise Under the Vehicle
- Oil Cooler Housing - New Soldering Methods
- Rear Shock Absorber - Noise
- Tire/Wheels - Eliminating Vibrations
- Tires - Aerosol Tire Inflator Hazard
- Link Rod - Length Reduced
- Gas Strut - Replacement
- Body - Door Locks Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Key Code - Location
- Key Code - Locations
- Lock Tumblers - Binding, Difficult to Operate
- Door Lock Key - Binding
- Front Power Seats - Insufficient Headroom
- Front Seat - Loose, Rattles, Squeaks
- Seats - Insufficient Headroom w/Sunroof
- Sunroof - Insufficient Headroom for Very Tall Persons
- Seat Padding - Insufficient Headroom
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks to Door Seal
- Headliner - Accumulates Dirt
- M/T - 1st and Reverse Gear Cannot Be Shifted
- Clutch Pedal - Noisy When Depressed
- Clutch Release Bearing - Noisy
- A/T - Buzzing Noise
- Clutch - Clicking Noise Between 3,000 to 5,000 rpm
- Metal Tipped Fuel Injectors - Checking/Cleaning
- VITON Tipped Fuel Injectors - Checking, Cleaning
- Fuel Injection - Quantity, Comparative Measurement
- Fuel System - Injection Cleaner Adapter Kit
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Stalls After Starting
- ECU - Improved Idle Quality
- ECU - Precautions
- Engine Performance - Improved Idle Quality
- Electronic Control Unit - Improved Idle Quality
- Engine - Poor Driveability DTC 2132 Set
- Airflow Sensor Plate - Height Adjustment
- ABS Pump - Noise and Slight Brake Pedal Vibration
- ABS - Wheel Speed Sensor Testing
- Brake Master Cylinder/Reservoir Rubber Plug Leaking
- A/T - No Start In Neutral/Backup Lights Inoperative
- Ignition Lock - Binding
- MIL ON - DTC 2141, 2142 or 2143, Knock Sensor
- Engine - Noisy, Oil Warning Light Comes On
- Distributor Caps - Driveability
- Fuel Tank - Capacity Insufficient
- Fuel Tanks - Flushing/Neutralization
- Throttle Body - Basic Adjustment
- Catalytic Converter - Poor Acceleration, Lack of Power
- Catalytic Converter - Odor At Exhaust Pipe
- A/T - Program Switch Remains In Depressed Position S
- Checking Window Regulator Current Draw and Stall Current
- Power Mirror Switch - Operating Effort Too High
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Interior Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Pro Training Booklet - Radio Reception
- Radio Codes - On Line Retrieval
- Front Seat Belt - Binding
- Seat Belts - Too Short
- Recall 97V172000: Air Bag Deployment Without Warning
- Airbag - Computer Memory Saver Tool Use
- Campaign - Air Bag Module Replacement
- Direction Light Switch - Does not Return to Neutral
- Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - Repairing
- Engine Oil Filter - Application/Replacement Intervals
- Brake - Insufficient Ventilation
- Fuel Gauge - Displays Empty
- Fuel Gauge - Inaccurate Reading
- Fuel Tank Sending Unit - Noisy and Erratic Reading
- Dynamic Oil Pressure System - Troubleshooting Tips
- Odometer - Disclosure Requirements
- Instrument Bulb - Replacement
- Brake Lights - Not Functioning
- Radiator Fan - Stays On
- ABS - Checking With VAG1710
- Front End - Knocking Noise
- Final Drive Assembly - Revised Sealing Parts
- Ignition Lock - Binds
- Air Bag Equipped Vehicle - Accident Investigation
- Alarm System - Troubleshooting
- Overview
- Power Supply, Checking
- Ignition Power Supply, Checking
- Alarm System Horn Checking
- Starter Circuit (Relay J60), Checking
- Signal From Door "System On", Checking
- Signal From Door "System Off", Checking
- Signal "Hood Open", Checking
- Signal "Doors Open", Checking
- Signal "Trunk Open", Checking
- Signal From Trunk Lock "System Off", Checking
- Signal From Radio, Checking
- Word List - Uniform Terms for Components/Systems
- IM 240 Emissions Testing - 2 Wheel Drive Dynamometers
- VAG 1551 - Fault Read Out Device Exchange Program
- Engine Controls - VAG 1598 Adapter Harnesses
- Central Locking System Knob - Loose, Cracked
- Body - Rear Lid Lock Inoperative
- Body - Front Door Difficult to Open From Inside
- Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Replacing
- Interior - Door Panel Speaker Grille Replacement
- Interior - Door Panel Trim Separation
- Interior - Door Panel Trim Cloth/Plastic Separating
- Interior - Door Panel Storage Pocket Broken
- Interior - Door Panel Trim Separating
- Rear Child Restraint Anchorages - Tethering Updates
- Sunroof Motor Cover - Removing and Installing
- Sunroof Motor - Changes
- Windshield - Sealing Strip Molding Detached, Sagging
- Windshield Glass - Stress Crack
- Rear Side Window Glass - Broken
- Windshield Wiper Arm Angle - Adjusting
- Front/Rear Door - Sticks
- Interior Mirror Assembly - Loose
- Power Mirror Glass - Spotted, Scratched
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Falls Down
- Body - Bumper Cover Molding Sleeve Loose, Falls Down
- Body Side Molding - Loose, Warped, Breaks Off
- Tail Light Lens - Appears Cracked
- Glove Box Door - Difficult to Close
- VAG 1558 Temperature Tester
- Antifreeze Testers - Accuracy
- Shift Console Light - Inoperative or Burned Out
- Identification/Automatic Transmission
- A/T - Engine Vacuum Testing
- A/T - How To Use A Pressure Gauge
- A/T - ATF Leaking From Differential Pinion Seal Vent
- A/T - 010/087/089/090 Bind In Low and Reverse
- A/T - Intermittent Electrical Problems
- A/T - Failsafe Modes
- A/T - ATF Entering The Differential
- A/T - Drive Axle and Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
- A/T - Slipping or No-Shift/Metal Sealing Rings
- A/T - Front Bushing Wear
- A/T - Math Formulas Part I
- A/T - Twenty Steps To Successful Repairs1
- A/T - Math Part II
- A/T - Choosing the Right ATF
- Transmission Code - Technical Data
- Special Tool - Required to Repair AWD Transmissions
- Flywheel - New Mounting Bolts
- Engine - Ticking Noise
- PCV - Rough Idle, Poor Performance
- Generator V Belt Pulley - Tool For R and R
- Alternator Belt - Adjustment Procedure Revised
- A/T - Final Drive Oil
- A/T - Synthetic Oil for Final Drive
- Front End - Clunking Noise
- Front End - Clunking Noises
- Strut/Wheel Bearing Housing - Revised Bolts and Torque
- Speakers - Pop, Erratic A/C Display, Engine Misfires
- Engine - Hard Starting, Misfire and Poor Mileage
- Engine - Poor Performance/Will Not Start
- A/T - Noise Transmitted Through the Shift Cable
- Engine - Long Cranking/Poor Warmup Performance
- Drive Belt Sprocket Bolt - Revised Torque
- Speedometer - Gov't Regulations for Replacement
- VAG 1367 Engine Tester - Change
- Stabilant 22A - Electrical Contact Enhancer
- Gasoline - Fuel Containing Detergents Recommended
- A Pillar Trim - Loose, Cracked, Noisy
- A Pillar Trim - Loose
- Paint - Acid Rain Spots
- Paint - Acrylic Transit Protective Coating
- Paint - Incorrect L Number For Cayenne Mica Metallic
- Paint - Industrial Fallout
- Rear Lid - Paint Damage
- Paint - Industrial Fallout Removal (Revised)
- Paint - Color Code Charts
- Brake Fluid - New Super DOT 4
- Brake Fluid - Chaning or Topping Off
- Shift Lock Sticker - Bubbling
- Brake Pressure Regulator - Noise In Rear of Vehicle
- Brake Pressure Regulator - New Adapter for Adjustment
- Trunk Light - Stays On/Inoperative
- Loctite 325 - Proper Procedures For Obtaining
- Recall 89V006000: Fuel Injection Seal Leak
- Engine - Excessive Cranking Time, Rough Idle
- Sunroof - Buffeting Noise With Roof Fully Open
- Recall - A/T, Differential Oil Replacement
- Recall - Differential Oil Change, A/T 087 and 089
- Recall 93V006000: Automatic Transaxle Gear Oil Loss
- Power Door Lock System - Does Not Work
- Power Door Lock System - Inoperative
- Trip Computer - Miles to Empty Reads Low While Driving
- Sagging Sunvisors
- Radio - Poor AM Reception/Interference
- Manual Transmission - Reverse Gear Modifications
- License Plate Bracket - Breaks, Falls Down
- License Plate Bracket - Breaks
- Differential Gear Oil Level - Maintenance Requirements
- Gearshift Mechanism - Squeaks/Rattles
- Interior - Creaking/Rattling Noise Under Shift Lever
- Brake - Squeal
- Idle Speed - Fluctuation Troubleshooting
- Brake System - Bleeding
- Body - Paint Chip Repair Procedure
- Restraint System - 'LATCH' System Installation/Retrofit
- Oxygen Sensor - Contamination
- Airbag - Replacement Interval Change
- Restraints - Air Bag/Pyrotechnic Deployment Inquiries