2013 Volkswagen Beetle Technical Service Bulletins

1,338 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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.

• 10252218Jan 24, 2014Engine cooling. Beetle Turbo-Oil Temperature Gauge Operation
• 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…
• 10237714Jan 24, 2014Engine cooling. Be aware that the oil temperature gauge (if equipped) will not begin reading until oil temperature reaches approximately 120°F. Additionally, the gauge may appear to fluctuate or drop to 120° during engine warm up in the first 30 minutes of driving. The Oil Temperature display in the MFI may also sporadically show ?---°F? during this warm up period. No repairs are recommended if operation is as described above.
• 10122241Jan 24, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (Beetle Turbo-Oil Temperature Gauge Operation): This document informs the reader of the handling this item with use for the item at its fullest
• 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
• 10069542Jan 24, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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
• 10069574Jan 17, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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)
• 10244047Dec 23, 2013Electrical system, Other or unknown. Volkswagen Elsa Newsletter
• 10209320Dec 23, 2013Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter.
• 10252206Dec 13, 2013Electrical system. A/C Control Module Basic Settings
• 10237702Dec 13, 2013Electrical system. To set basic setting on the Climatic control module after replacement for fault code 00898 follow steps below
• 10157527Dec 13, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (A/C Control Module Basic Settings): This document informs how to set basic setting on the Climatic control module after replacement for fault code 00898
• 10155979Dec 13, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Tech Tips (A/C Control Module Basic Settings): This document informs how to set basic setting on the Climatic control module after replacement for fault code 00898
• 10069535Dec 13, 2013Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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
• 10209321Dec 2, 2013Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. On-Car Analysis List.
• 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
• 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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