2016 Volkswagen Beetle Technical Service Bulletins

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

• 10107881Aug 5, 2016Electrical system. Instructions to manually set service internal maximum values after instrument cluster replacement, to prevent false messages to the customer.
• 10107741Aug 5, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Instructions to manually set service internal maximum values after instrument cluster replacement, to prevent false messages to the customer.
• 10107504Jul 28, 2016Engine, Electrical system. "engine, misfire diagnostic aid the mil is flashing or illuminated."
• 10106587Jul 26, 2016Equipment. Updated to include a corrected refrigerant circuit adapter in the special tools table.
• 10107842Jul 18, 2016Electrical system. Availability introduction, location and instruction for down loading infotainment software updates using servicenet.
• 10106585Jul 11, 2016Equipment. Diagnostic assistance and instruction for sanden air conditioning compressor systems, noisy or inoperative compressor.
• 10106863Jul 1, 2016Electrical system. Repair tip to pervent damage to the ignition coil boots during coil or spark plug removal. Not addressed by repair manual.
• 10106509Jul 1, 2016Equipment. Operational information explaining radio reception concerns as a result of normal signal characteristics. Provided to prevent unnecessary repairs.
• 10107801Jun 24, 2016Equipment. Navigation system part information relating to the potential incorrect sd data card being installed. This results in an invalid storage device message being displayed .
• 10106483Jun 24, 2016Equipment. To update basic setting instruction for model year 2016 vehicles.
• 10106461Jun 17, 2016Engine cooling. Diagnostic assistance should the yellow engine oil lamp remain illuminated with engine oil level at the proper level.
• 10128379Jun 15, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). explaination of cross car distorion when looking through the windshield and how the "effect" in normal.
• 10106484Jun 10, 2016Equipment. Direction to perform basis setting adaptation of the ac compressor after control module replacement. The diagnostic and repair routine in the scan tool does not automatically address after parts replacement.
• 10106485Jun 3, 2016Equipment. Notification to technicians to indicate change in air conditioning compressor/clutch architecture and function information to aid in correct diagnosis.
• 10106383Jun 2, 2016Equipment. New publication
• 10213838Jun 1, 2016Equipment. Dealer Outbound Information Request Form.
• 10108001May 31, 2016Engine cooling. Sealing flange seal installation guide
• 10107722May 27, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Reminder to follow the correct repair procedure of pilot bearing replacement, when removing and re-installing the dsg transmission
• 10107924May 20, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Instructions to erase a fault that may arise after replacing or updating the radio module.
• 10107923May 6, 2016Electrical system. Initial publication discribing a symptom which may develop with android auto connection issue after updating some samsung phones to android sw version 6.0.1 - marshmallow
• 10107621Apr 29, 2016Electrical system. Tech tip denoting potential for damage of the data link connector when using after market plug in devices or scan tools and subsequent diagnostic direction.
• 10107641Apr 26, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Informational publication discribing the manufacturing use of rust inhibitors and anti seize products during assembly, and how the product(s) "run off" may be misinterpreted as an engine oil or automatic transmission oil leak.
• 10107761Apr 21, 2016Steering, Engine cooling, Suspension, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain…. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel pump making noise and possibly with fuel pump faults mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm mil-on, fault p164b in ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p2407 in the ecm customer states noise form the engine/turbo customer states the fuel gauge does not read full mil on, fault p2181 in the ecm…
• 10107703Apr 21, 2016Equipment. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel pump making noise and possibly with fuel pump faults mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm mil-on, fault p164b in ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p2407 in the ecm customer states noise form the engine/turbo customer states the fuel gauge does not read full mil on, fault p2181 in the ecm…
• 10107614Apr 21, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). Clear repair information/explanation to address a message that displays when the back up camera is use.
• 10107612Apr 15, 2016Seats. The update to this tech tip was to include the 2016 model year applicability.
• 10107668Apr 13, 2016Engine, Equipment, Air bags, Fuel system, Visibility (wipers, defrost…. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode customer states crank no start and/or in-tank fuel pump making noise and possibly with fuel pump faults mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm mil-on, fault p164b in ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p0011 and/or p0016 in the ecm mil-on, fault p2407 in the ecm customer states the fuel gauge does not…
• 10107644Apr 6, 2016Body and structure. Update "conditions not covered by warranty" section, remove oxydation wording, insert anodized wording, and update model year and model applicability.
• 10121169Mar 28, 2016Body and structure. Technical Bulletin about Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks and Fine Scratches New vehicles (prior to Retail Delivery) with swirl marks and or fine scratches from polishing or cleaning. The document also have infromation about where to find warrenty coverage for the service
• 10121164Mar 21, 2016Electrical system. ODIS Service Installation Phase 2 ? Software Installation & Configuration Instructions
• 10121163Mar 21, 2016Equipment. Installation Phase 1 ? Preparation, License & Security Certificate Process Instructions
• 10121144Mar 17, 2016Equipment. 2016 Option 1 Labor Rate Increase Percentage and Launch of Online Option 1 Enrollment Process
• 10121143Mar 17, 2016Equipment. Revision to Option 1 (Consumer Price Index-Based Rate) of Section 2.4.2.2 Labor Rate Increase Options of the Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual
• 10121147Mar 11, 2016Electrical system. This communication provides important information on how to obtain and install the latest software for the new John Bean VAS701001 alignment machine model
• 10121142Mar 11, 2016Equipment. Tech Tips for TDI-Recommended AdBlue Concentration
• 10121161Mar 8, 2016Suspension. Technical Bulletin on how to service 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. The document also contains information on where to find out about warranty coverage for servicing this issue
• 10121160Mar 8, 2016Suspension, Brakes, Steering. Technical Bulletin informing that When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: - Brake pedal pulsation - Vibration felt in vehicle body - Steering wheel shakes It informs how to inspect brakes. It informs of where to find warranty information for servicing the issue
• 10121158Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
• 10121145Mar 3, 2016Equipment. VW CREW Southeast Region and Pacific Region Warranty Administrator Openings Available
• 10121162Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Service Information T10542/2 ? Threaded Stud from High Voltage Adapter Set notice
• 10121148Mar 1, 2016Equipment. Service Information T10542-ERG High-Voltage Adapter Kit Auto Shipment AT-385
• 10236440Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. Diesel fuel system diagnosis repair.
• 10121119Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. A how to guide for Diesel Fuel System Diagnosis and Repair
• 10121133Feb 25, 2016Equipment. Amount of Inbound requests year-to-date overview
• 10126457Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10236488Feb 19, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Technician and Detailer inspection.
• 10236442Feb 19, 2016Electrical system. Generator replacement.
• 10127667Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections Checklist
• 10121117Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Document discusses possible needs for Generator Replacement, Charging System inoperative/malfunctions, noise from engine compartment, accessory drive belt damaged or missing. Document also discusses where to find warranty information for coverage.
• 10236466Feb 17, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist.

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