2016 Volkswagen Golf Technical Service Bulletins

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

• 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.
• 10107762Apr 28, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This communication is the closure of a previous request from vwoa product support to vw profi dealers to investigate any complaints of water leaks from sunroof drain tubes.
• 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.
• 10107611Apr 21, 2016Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Model year added to original topic to provide clearer diagnostic process
• 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.
• 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…
• 10107982Apr 12, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Enhanced rear view mirror installation instructions v.2
• 10107981Apr 12, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Enhanced rear view mirror installation instructions
• 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
• 10143464Mar 17, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 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
• 10143463Mar 11, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer complaint: Mil?on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles
• 10121152Mar 11, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips for Door Control Module Identification
• 10121150Mar 11, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Tech Tips Sunroof Frame Replacement Repair Procedure
• 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)
• 10121153Mar 4, 2016Equipment. Tech Tips for MIB 2 Blue Emergency Screen after 91N9 update
• 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
• 10236454Feb 25, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Rattle or creaking noise from panoramic sunroof.
• 10121133Feb 25, 2016Equipment. Amount of Inbound requests year-to-date overview
• 10121105Feb 25, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Rattle or Creaking Noise from Panoramic Sunroof Document explains the issue of A rattle or creaking noise may be heard from the rear of the Panoramic Sunroof when driving on uneven roads with the sunroof closed. It discusses potential methods to service the issue, and document it for warranties if coverage is applicable
• 10236475Feb 24, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list.
• 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.
• 10236462Feb 17, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Sales Consultant Delivery Checklist.
• 10133284Feb 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
• 10127681Feb 12, 2016Electrical system. Quick Reference of vehicle concerns. Includes a list of Software versions and the technical bulletin numbers that referred to the concerns Updated
• 10126456Feb 12, 2016Equipment. On-car analysis list of customer compliants Customer Complaint: Mil-on no electric drive mode, untouched vehicles

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