2016 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Technical Service Bulletins

604 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 10213868Jan 29, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment. Infotainment Worksheet.
• 10121081Jan 29, 2016Electrical system. This bulletin provides instructions and information for completing and submitting the updated web version of the Infotainment Worksheet. Like the previous version, the Infotainment Worksheet allows more detail to be provided for repairs related to the Infotainment System (radio, navigation, Bluetooth, telephone systems, etc.). The new web version provides an easier approach by which to complete and submit the…
• 10236478Jan 28, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10213854Jan 26, 2016Engine cooling, Other or unknown. All Volkswagen engines are filled to a specific volume before leaving the factory. This level may vary depending on the testing conditions, but will always be within the allowable specification for engine protection.
• 10213836Jan 22, 2016Air bags. Airbag Issues.
• 10236477Jan 20, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10213875Jan 20, 2016Electrical system, Other or unknown. Release Notes Supplement.
• 10143529Jan 20, 2016Equipment, Engine. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10213874Jan 19, 2016Electrical system, Other or unknown. Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
• 10121052Jan 18, 2016Equipment. Reminder that ODIS Service V3.0.0 is now available for installation, and that it is mandatory on all diagnostic devices used on vehicles covered by the new vehicle warranty. With the release of V3.0.0. Installation DVDs are no longer used. New installations on new devices and re-installations on existing devices are now performed directly from the web server
• 10213860Jan 15, 2016Equipment, Other or unknown, Electrical system. Protection Activated on Radio after Cluster Replacement.
• 10236476Jan 13, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 10126862Jan 13, 2016Equipment. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10126458Jan 13, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121058Jan 13, 2016Body and structure. Verify the complaint is caused by a front door window guide that has come loose from the inner guide track on the door.
• 10213856Jan 12, 2016Brakes. 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 completely.
• 10121090Jan 12, 2016Suspension. Addressess 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.
• 10121056Jan 7, 2016Body and structure. Verify the complaint is caused by a front door window guide that has come loose from the inner guide track on the door.
• 10236479Jan 6, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10126875Jan 6, 2016Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10213873Jan 5, 2016Electrical system, Other or unknown. Mandatory Installation from Web-Server.
• 10213842Jan 4, 2016Other or unknown. Monthly Updates.
• 10121060Jan 4, 2016Equipment. Amount of Inbound requests year-to-date overview
• 10122152Dec 11, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Discover Media and MIB2 PQ Composition Media Radio Malfunctions): This document discusses customer reporting of the following symptoms.
• 10122158Dec 9, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Discover Media and MIB2 PQ Composition Media Radio Malfunctions): This document discusses customer reporting of the following symptoms.
• 10122153Dec 9, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Car-Net Unresponsive - Verizon Telematics Service Interruptions and Outages): When beginning diagnosis for customer concerns related to functionality of the Car-Net system, it is important to understand that the symptom(s) may not be related to any problem with the vehicle itself. If there are any problems with the AT&T 3G service and/or a service interruption or outage with the Verizon…
• 10122144Dec 7, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid): This document informs that Multiple components SHOULD NOT be replaced for 1 misfiring cylinder. Repeat repairs must be carefully addressed to identify the root cause of the concern. If misfires are determined to be related to a specific component(s) (fuel injector, spark plug, ignition coil), replace only one defective component at a time and re-evaluate the…
• 10123081Aug 12, 2015Equipment. This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles.
• 10123059Aug 12, 2015Equipment. This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 120,000 miles.
• 10123058Aug 12, 2015Equipment. This document contains the maintenance service schedule for a vehicle from 10,000 miles to 130,000 miles.
• 10123105Aug 7, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin: Listed in the table in this document are the time units used in the calculation of the Prepaid PDI (PPDI) payment through model year 2016.
• 10123097Aug 7, 2015Brakes. 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 contains the method to diagnose, and to service this issue
• 10123096Aug 7, 2015Steering, Brakes. Technical Bulletin (Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration issues): When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: - Brake pedal pulsation - Vibration felt in vehicle body - Steering wheel shakes For brake vibration or pulsation concerns, brake disc machining is allowed. This document contains the fault codes to diagnose and service this issue. It also contains fault codes to inquire if the…
• 10123010Jul 30, 2015Equipment. Service Information (Temporary Warranty Process and Parts Return Program): During the Market Introduction of the all-new MIB II Infotainment system, Volkswagen will collect all warranty repair information relative to the infotainment system to ensure prompt analysis and resolution of any emerging concerns. This document informs of they types of information that will be collected.
• 10123011Jul 22, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the windshield, rear window and wiper blades, should be checked first. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
• 10123015Jul 7, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. This…
• 10123013Jul 7, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
• 10128105Jun 29, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10128104Jun 22, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10130745Jun 8, 2015Equipment. Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process ? Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist
• 10122987Jun 5, 2015Body and structure, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Paint Defect - Water Migration Under the RAPGARD): Water migration under the RAPGARD® can be mistaken as a paint defect when in fact it is only moisture trapped in the clear coat of the paint. This document discusses. - RAPGARD, removal and disposal - Inspecting for water migration in areas where RAPGARD was removed. - Examples of water migration after the RAPGARD is removed
• 10122943May 26, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Sunroof or Power Sunshade, Does Not Open/Close or Automatic Operation Does Not Function). This document contains Warranty information for coverage, and informs of methods to to service the issue
• 10122953May 21, 2015Equipment, Body and structure. Technical Bulletin (PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing): This document refers to a pre check inspection on the quality of a vehicle such as - Inspecting vehicle for damage (to be completed within 48 hours of delivery to Dealership) - Shipping damage - Detailers responsibilities (to be completed prior to delivery to Customer) - Full Body Covers (FBC), removal and disposal - RAPGARD, removal…
• 10122956May 8, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. 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. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage.
• 10253481Nov 10, 2014Fuel system. Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance Plans Interim AdBlue Refills -? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
• 10236553Nov 10, 2014Fuel system. This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for interim AdBlue refills under the Carefree Maintenance and VW Care Maintenance plans for Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Diesel Engines.
• 10120272Sep 19, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs if a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selecting guided function of either the J393 or J519 or control module OBD of J393 or J519 then selecting adaptation channel 99.
• 10120208Jul 18, 2014Brakes. Tech Tips (ABS/TPMS light is on due to wheel speed sensor fault as a result of the Front Wheel Bearing / Wheel Speed Sensor swapping issue): This document informs of the Damage caused from swapping the speed sensors left to right (or vice versa) during diagnosis.
• 10253477Jun 25, 2014Fuel system. Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program ? Diesel Engines Model Year 2015 and Newer
• 10253474Jun 25, 2014Equipment. This communication contains important information and SAGA claim entry requirements for the Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program for all Model Year 2015 and newer VW models with Gasoline Engines.

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