2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Technical Service Bulletins

1,037 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10242337Feb 3, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241304Jan 31, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Engine cooling. Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for Shudder and/or Slight Hesitation Concerns
• 10122245Jan 31, 2014Engine, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for Shudder and/or Slight Hesitation Concerns): The current ECM/TCM programming could be causing slight hesitation related concerns in DSG equipped vehicles. The updated software of the product solution Improved ECM/TCM software to address drivability concerns and slight hesitation complaints. This document discusses…
• 10238021Jan 29, 2014Brakes. Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking, or surface rust built up during transportation.
• 10122248Jan 29, 2014Brakes. Technical Bulletin (Vibration or Noise When Braking): Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking, or surface rust built up during transportation. This document informs that vehicles requiring front, rear, or both disc cleaning will exhibit vibration and/or noise. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to…
• 10243002Jan 27, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Tires, Exterior lighting. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242340Jan 27, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241265Jan 27, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10127719Jan 27, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10239789Jan 24, 2014Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Other or unknown. 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. 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…
• 10122240Jan 24, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): 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. This document informs of how to diagnose the issue and tips on servicing the issue
• 10243001Jan 20, 2014Steering, Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10121243Jan 20, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Frozen Charge Air Cooler ? Engine Will Not Start): Document discusses diagnosis Codes necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of engine issue. The diagnosis codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also available
• 10252936Jan 17, 2014Exterior lighting. With HID headlights
• 10237760Jan 17, 2014Exterior lighting. For vehicles with HID headlights, the headlight range can be manually adjusted to the vehicle loading condition once the low beams are switched on (Figure 1, adjustment knob 2). This feature helps ensure proper aiming of the vehicle headlights.
• 10122243Jan 17, 2014Exterior lighting. Tech Tips (With HID headlights): For vehicles with HID headlights, the headlight range can be manually adjusted. This document informs of the advantages of this feature
• 10240861Jan 14, 2014Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10127718Jan 14, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10121248Jan 14, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin: Update Programming to Eliminate O2 Sensor DTC P2414 and/or P2237 along with O2 Sensor Replacement
• 10240860Jan 13, 2014Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10122234Jan 13, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10243029Dec 23, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242367Dec 23, 2013Electrical system, Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10244045Dec 9, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown. Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
• 10242365Dec 9, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10244072Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System
• 10239808Dec 3, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM.
• 10209346Dec 3, 2013Engine. Rattling noises from engine compartmen area or exhaust system.
• 10157543Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and ensure that the noise is coming from the turbocharger use the procedure in this document.
• 10155952Dec 3, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Rattling Noises from Engine Compartment Area or Exhaust System): Customers may complain of a rattling noise from engine or exhaust area while accelerating from 1800-3000 RPM. In order to complete proper diagnosis and ensure that the noise is coming from the turbocharger use the procedure in this document.
• 10244063Dec 2, 2013Equipment. In order to promptly receive your credit and to improve the level of parts that reach your customers: Please return your inventory of the above-listed material numbers to your facing PDC, no later than 12/10/13.
• 10244049Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Other or unknown. On-car analysis list from December 2nd, 2013 please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10242364Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10240858Dec 2, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10157594Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10155963Dec 2, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10240854Nov 26, 2013Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10212742Nov 26, 2013Equipment. please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair.
• 10157585Nov 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10156004Nov 26, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10242375Nov 25, 2013Equipment, Steering, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Engine. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10213850Nov 22, 2013Wheels, Steering. Steering Wheel Off Center.
• 10252201Nov 15, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Broken or Difficult to Adjust, Dash Panel Air Vents
• 10238932Nov 15, 2013Equipment. 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. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10238931Nov 15, 2013Equipment. 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. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10237697Nov 15, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). When performing repairs on air vents under warranty, it is important to determine if the damage was caused by outside influence or customer abuse. If there are no signs of abuse, please replace the vent(s). DO NOT disassemble or in any way attempt to repair the vent(s).
• 10212722Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Part ordering
• 10212719Nov 15, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Broken or Difficult to Adjust, Dash Panel Air Vents.
• 10157611Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (Broken or Difficult to Adjust, Dash Panel Air Vents): This document informs when performing repairs on air vents under warranty, it is important to determine if the damage was caused by outside influence or customer abuse. If there are no signs of abuse, please replace the vent(s). DO NOT disassemble or in any way attempt to repair the vent(s).
• 10157603Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014 - Part ordering): 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. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Specialist for help.

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