2016 Volkswagen Golf R Technical Service Bulletins

562 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Volkswagen Golf R. 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.

• 10096074Sep 2, 2016Electrical system. Clarification of apple carplay operation in conjunction with usb port operation by location to aid in diagnostics.
• 10096068Sep 2, 2016Equipment. Diagnostic information in a more concise form to address the specific concern of loss of air flow from the vents. Updated to denote tech bulletins that will further assist.
• 10107961Aug 30, 2016Fuel system, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain…. Mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm customer states noise form the engine/turbo fuel gauge not reading full after topping up fuel fuel line rattle clutch pedal squeal/squeak when operating clutch pedal mil-on p0299 mil-on p0101 and or p0100 epc light p03af, p03a5, p03b9, p039b center cap missing after pdi mil-on p2015 back-up camera
• 10107195Aug 24, 2016Equipment, Engine, Fuel system, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical…. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm customer states noise form the engine/turbo fuel gauge not reading full after topping up fuel fuel line rattle clutch pedal squeal/squeak when operating clutch pedal mil-on p0299 mil-on p0101 and or p0100 epc light p03af, p03a5, p03b9, p039b center cap missing after pdi back-up camera
• 10106593Aug 24, 2016Engine. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode
• 10107941Aug 17, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Fuel system, Engine. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode mil-on, fault p013e in the ecm mil-on, fault p164b in ecm customer states noise form the engine/turbo fuel gauge not reading full after topping up fuel fuel line rattle clutch pedal squeal/squeak when operating clutch pedal mil-on p0299 mil-on p0101 and or p0100 center cap missing after pdi mil-on p2015
• 10106591Aug 10, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Mil-on, fault p309f or p309d, no electric drive mode
• 10107503Jul 29, 2016Equipment. Removal of sentence requiring guided fault finding (gff) feedback for lost control module coding.
• 10106508Jul 29, 2016Equipment. Diagnostic information in a more concise form to address the specific concern of loss of air flow from the vents.
• 10107504Jul 28, 2016Electrical system, Engine. "engine, misfire diagnostic aid the mil is flashing or illuminated."
• 10106510Jul 22, 2016Equipment. Indication of alternative use of scan tool to facilitate immobilizer adapation after key replacement.
• 10107842Jul 18, 2016Electrical system. Availability introduction, location and instruction for down loading infotainment software updates using servicenet.
• 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 .
• 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.
• 10106451Jun 2, 2016Equipment, Engine. New publication
• 10213839Jun 1, 2016Equipment. Dealer Outbound Information Request Form.
• 10107924May 20, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 10107761Apr 21, 2016Engine cooling, Steering, Suspension, Equipment, Fuel system, Engine…. 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…
• 10107617Apr 15, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. The update to the tech tip includes an additional model year applicability and additional instruction on how to adapt keys using the adapt immobilizer test plan.
• 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
• 10121152Mar 11, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips for Door Control Module Identification
• 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
• 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, 2016Brakes, Suspension, 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.
• 10126457Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10236469Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Technician and Detailer Inspection.
• 10236442Feb 19, 2016Electrical system. Generator replacement.
• 10127691Feb 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.
• 10236461Feb 17, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist.
• 10127701Feb 17, 2016Equipment. Volkswagen Perfect Delivery Process - Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist
• 10236481Feb 15, 2016Equipment. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10236443Feb 15, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Transmission and drivetrain. Manual transmission noise diagnosing.
• 10236438Feb 15, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. Electric coolant fans continue to run after ignition is switched off.
• 10121116Feb 15, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Discusses possible causes of customer concern Customer states there is a noise from the clutch, transmission or driveline components under varying driving conditions with varying sound levels
• 10126456Feb 12, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles

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