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.

• 10237721Mar 29, 2013Equipment. When pairing an Android phone to the Bluetooth system, a few extra steps may be necessary. Follow the instructions below to pair the phone:
• 10237720Mar 29, 2013Electrical system. The Bluetooth module has now been integrated into the navigation head unit on 2012-2013 vehicles with RNS 315 navigation part number 1K0 035 274 B or higher. The diagnosis for this system is similar to the 9W7 system. Technical Bulletin 91 11 09 (2026015) can be used for the diagnosis.
• 10253177Mar 27, 2013Other or unknown. Satellite Radio Overview
• 10239554Mar 27, 2013Equipment. Satellite Radio Overview
• 10243064Mar 25, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242402Mar 25, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239297Mar 25, 2013Equipment. We are excited to introduce a new service tool to help us communicate open issues to our dealers and customers.
• 10239823Mar 22, 2013Electrical system. MIL ON - DTC's P047F, P0477, P048A, P048B, P048C or P0401 Stored in ECM Fault Memory
• 10240880Mar 21, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10144701Mar 21, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10238061Mar 20, 2013Body and structure. Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
• 10239298Mar 19, 2013Equipment. You must create a Volkswagen Technical Assistance (VTA) ticket and call the Tehnical Helpline prior to performing any repairs.
• 10243063Mar 18, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242401Mar 18, 2013Fuel system, Electrical system, Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241282Mar 15, 2013Engine cooling. Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
• 10239296Mar 15, 2013Equipment. Temporary warranty process and oarts return program
• 10240879Mar 14, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10144702Mar 14, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10240878Mar 12, 2013Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10144703Mar 12, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10242400Mar 11, 2013Engine cooling, Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10252220Mar 8, 2013Equipment. All Vehicles with Bluetooth Phone Kit Installed ? Streaming Audio from Phone to Radio
• 10242399Mar 4, 2013Equipment, Fuel system, Body and structure, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10237888Mar 4, 2013Equipment. VWGoA is pleased to inform you of the automatic delivery of the Required Special Tools which are used on VW Hybrid vehicles.
• 10239403Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. If key blade is found to stick or bind when opening or closing, check position of roll pin that secures key blade to mechanism. 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.
• 10125635Feb 22, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician Helpline VTA case while performing diagnosis for a diesel particulate filter, manual transmission repair, or turbocharger concern, it is recommended to complete the related worksheet/check sheet before calling. This document informs where Worksheets/Check Sheets are available on ServiceNet.
• 10125630Feb 22, 2013Body and structure. Tech Tips (Convertible Top Boot Cover Color): Be aware that the convertible top boot (tonneau) cover color is based on the vehicle?s special edition and can be determined using vehicle PR codes. This document informs of the PR codes for special edition vehicles.
• 10125605Feb 20, 2013Equipment. Service Information (2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible - Market Introduction Temporary Warrenty Process and Parts Return Program): During the Market Introduction of the new 2013 Beetle Convertible, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns.
• 10125649Feb 15, 2013Fuel system, Other or unknown. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming Communication to Owners of 2009-2013 MY Volkswagen TDI Clean Diesel Engine Vehicles Registered in the State of Illinois - Using Biodiesel Fuel Blends): Due to Illinois state tax incentives for biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the State of Illinois. Volkswagen will continue to honor the terms and conditions of Volkswagen Limited Warranties…
• 10125629Feb 15, 2013Body and structure. Tech Tips (Door Window Height Adjustment Dimensions): When adjusting a front door window this document informs of the height adjustment dimensions.
• 10125613Feb 15, 2013Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number
• 10125640Feb 1, 2013Equipment. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle/Beetle Cabrio Quick Reference Specification Book: This document informs of various specifications for quick recearching for users needing an reference overview for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle / Beetle Cabrio
• 10125626Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): During PDI, or after installation of a replacement cluster, ?Pro? may be displayed in place of the odometer. The high beam indicator may be flashing in the instrument cluster as well. This indicates the cluster is in Production mode. Production mode is not the same as ?Transport? mode. This document infroms of the difference between Production, and Transport mode.
• 10125622Feb 1, 2013Electrical system. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 61B7 ? Quality Package): This update has been proactively released to install the latest available quality countermeasures from production. This document addresses up to three (3) concerns on affected vehicles as follows: ? Update software in the convertible top module to improve top function. ? Adaptation to optimize fuel gauge operation. ? Install conductive windshield washer…
• 10241260Jan 29, 2013Equipment. Vehicle Delivery to the Dealer - By-Pack Inspection Process
• 10128448Jan 25, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (UPDATE 61B7 ? Quality Package): This document informs that Revisions to Update 61B7 will not be released today as previously announced therefore.
• 10240662Jan 23, 2013Equipment. UPDATE 61B7 ? Quality Package ? U.S. Dealers: Revisions to CRIT 03 Work & Claiming Procedure and Vehicles Added ? Canadian Dealers: Update 61B7 Released for Canadian Market, CRIT 03 Only
• 10236501Jan 21, 2013Equipment. ElsaWeb Newsletter
• 10241775Jan 18, 2013Equipment. Quality Package (NVLW) UNITED
• 10238941Jan 18, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. When servicing the timing chain sprocket or removing the vibration damper, be aware that one bolt holds both the vibration damper (harmonic balancer) and the crankshaft timing chain sprocket to the crankshaft. Once the damper is removed, the crankshaft should not be rotated unless special tool spacer T10368 has been installed. The crankshaft timing chain sprocket and spur gear drive on the crankshaft have a…
• 10238940Jan 18, 2013Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. CBFA 2.0T TSI Engine
• 10241348Jan 16, 2013Brakes, Fuel system. High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
• 10241347Jan 15, 2013Fuel system, Brakes. High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
• 10241263Jan 15, 2013Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10122244Jan 15, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults): Fuel quality impacts the operating performance, efficiency and service life of the engine. The use of poor quality fuels may result in deposit build up on the fuel injectors and intake valves. This may result in a rough running condition, sporadic misfires, or cold start misfire faults storing in the ECM fault memory.
• 10241351Jan 14, 2013Brakes, Fuel system. High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
• 10238930Jan 11, 2013Equipment. When opening a VW Technician Helpline VTA case for missing buypack components during the market introduction period, be sure to include a readable picture of the inventory label on the buypack (shown in picture below), as well as a picture that shows the complete buypack. If possible, identify missing components and take pictures before opening buypack.
• 10241327Jan 2, 2013Engine cooling. Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 -N205- Diagnosis
• 10240687Dec 21, 2012Equipment. Fluid capacity chart
• 10144705Dec 12, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns

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