2012 Volkswagen Golf Technical Service Bulletins

1,310 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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.

• 10124290Mar 26, 2014Air bags, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Airbag Warning Lamp Illuminated in Instrument Cluster): Airbag lamp in instrument cluster may illuminate due to unfastened connector for passenger airbag warning lamp. This document informs on how to diagnose that this issue is taking place
• 10055820Mar 26, 2014Air bags. Airbag warning lamp may illuminate due to unfastened connector.
• 10055440Mar 26, 2014Air bags. Volkswagen: airbag warning light was illuminated indicating a front side airbag pressure sensor interruption/short to b+. The dtcs b101715 and b103615.
• 10241342Mar 25, 2014Electrical system, Engine cooling. Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is OFF
• 10241329Mar 21, 2014Engine. Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage
• 10124299Mar 21, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin (Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage): Pulling on the engine cover in some areas can cause damage. This document informs on the procedure to remove the engine cover.
• 10239818Mar 20, 2014Electrical system. MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191 Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
• 10124295Mar 20, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running due to Fuel Rail issues): When diagnosing the condition above on a common rail diesel vehicle, if no root cause is found after checking all other components and all GFF diagnostic procedures have been performed, it may be necessary to check for metallic particles in the High Pressure Fuel Pump using the service section of this document.
• 10241310Mar 18, 2014Electrical system, Other or unknown. Software Version Management
• 10124303Mar 18, 2014Electrical system. Technical Bulletin This Technical Bulletin details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any Technical Bulletin (TSB) / Required Vehicle Update (RVU).
• 10068234Mar 18, 2014Fuel system, Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10055758Mar 18, 2014Engine cooling. Some customers of 2012 and 2013 model year vehicles have noise in the engine compartment.
• 10124311Mar 14, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (CV Boot Leaking Grease, Clamp Not Tight or Not Aligned Properly): The document informs on what to do if the vehicles CV Boot is having issues
• 10069138Mar 14, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10241309Mar 13, 2014Brakes, Other or unknown, Vehicle speed control. Update Programming, MIL ON, DTC P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault Memory
• 10124304Mar 13, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin (Manifold Absolute Pressure Range / Performance Stored in ECM Fault Memory): Monitoring strategy for the manifold absolute pressure sensor is too sensitive, causing P0106 to incorrectly set in the engine control module. The product solution for this issue was improved software.
• 10253214Mar 8, 2014Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10239817Mar 7, 2014Electrical system. MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191 Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
• 10124296Mar 7, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing a MIL ON, no-start or rough running concern on a common rail diesel vehicle, and no root cause is found after following all GFF diagnostic procedures, it may be necessary to check for metallic particles in the High Pressure Fuel Pump. If such an inspection is necessary, the guidelines in this document must be observed when removing the N290…
• 10239591Mar 6, 2014Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10124287Mar 6, 2014Exterior lighting. Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic changes. This document discusses necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue.
• 10238060Mar 4, 2014Body and structure. CV boot damage identified.
• 10124293Mar 4, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot. This document informs of the expected condition of a CV boot upon removal
• 10243008Mar 3, 2014Engine cooling, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10240652Mar 1, 2014Equipment. We would like to inform you of an upcoming Service Action. Please refer to the attached Campaign Data Sheet for additional information.
• 10068255Mar 1, 2014Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10241264Feb 25, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10239202Feb 25, 2014Other or unknown. Quick Reference Update Guide
• 10252937Feb 14, 2014Electrical system. Vehicles equipped with Immobilizer 4 (Download) ? Adapting Keys after Vehicle Lock Set Replacement
• 10237761Feb 14, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. When replacing the complete vehicle lock set (all vehicle keys and lock cylinders) for any reason, be aware that the ?Adapt keys? test plan will not allow the new keys to adapt to the vehicle. Instead, perform the test plan for ?New identity?. During this test plan, make the appropriate selection to indicate only the lock set has been replaced, as shown below in figures 1 and 2.
• 10241704Feb 11, 2014Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10240859Feb 11, 2014Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10122258Feb 11, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 10122255Feb 11, 2014Equipment. Golf/GTI Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections:
• 10238022Feb 7, 2014Brakes. Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration
• 10239841Feb 6, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. DTC P2711 Implausible Transmission Shift Sequence Stored in the Transmission Control Module
• 10239583Feb 4, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Motor Noisy or Inoperative
• 10242999Feb 3, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242337Feb 3, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241304Jan 31, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Engine cooling. Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for Shudder and/or Slight Hesitation Concerns
• 10122245Jan 31, 2014Engine, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Update Programming for Engine Control Module and Transmission Control Module, for Shudder and/or Slight Hesitation Concerns): The current ECM/TCM programming could be causing slight hesitation related concerns in DSG equipped vehicles. The updated software of the product solution Improved ECM/TCM software to address drivability concerns and slight hesitation complaints. This document discusses…
• 10241265Jan 27, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10240862Jan 27, 2014Equipment. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10127719Jan 27, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. On-car analysis list of Customer Complaints: Transmission Concerns (including clutch assembly, bevel box and Haldex)
• 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…
• 10238937Jan 24, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Install a vacuum gauge on the dipstick tube and check crankcase vacuum at idle. Compare to a known good vehicle. If the vacuum reading is lower than the comparison vehicle, visually inspect for oil leaks between the engine and the transmission. Smoke test the crankcase by connecting the EVAP smoke machine to the dipstick tube and inspect for leaks at the rear main seal (this will limit pressure to 2 PSI). DO NOT…
• 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
• 10122237Jan 24, 2014Equipment, Fuel system. Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings): This document informs on the procedure to diagnose for issues with excess fuel trim, and what needs to be serviced
• 10121563Jan 24, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tips (Lean Fuel Trim Readings): This document informs to recheck the crankcase vacuum at idle. If low, check for additional oil leaks and verify crankcase breather operation (repairing as necessary). Erase the faults and road test 10 miles to recheck operation.
• 10243001Jan 20, 2014Steering, Engine cooling. VW Elsa Newsletter

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