2013 Volkswagen GTI Technical Service Bulletins

858 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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.

• 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
• 10121158Mar 4, 2016Electrical system. Tech Tips Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
• 10236440Feb 29, 2016Fuel system. Diesel fuel system diagnosis repair.
• 10236442Feb 19, 2016Electrical system. Generator replacement.
• 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.
• 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
• 10236497Feb 12, 2016Equipment. Quick reference update guide.
• 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
• 10236485Feb 8, 2016Equipment. Elsa Newsletter
• 10236436Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling. Gasoline quality.
• 10236434Feb 5, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown. Fuel additive to help prevent sporadic misfire faults.
• 10121124Feb 5, 2016Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults A Volkswagen approved fuel additive is available to help remove and prevent deposits on fuel injectors and intake valves.
• 10121123Feb 5, 2016Fuel system. Technical tips on what to do if improper gasoline has been added to the vehicle.
• 10121121Feb 5, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. Tech Bullentin concerning Electric Coolant Fans that Continue to Run after Ignition is Switched OFF
• 10236445Feb 2, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assesment.
• 10236444Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic transmission fluid requirements.
• 10236435Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Choosing service numbers-Transmission and Drivetrain.
• 10121125Feb 2, 2016Equipment. Document informs meaning of service numbers to discribe issuse with If the customer is experiencing clutch related issues and the concern is found to be within the clutch components If the customer is experiencing manual gearbox related issues and the concern is found to be within the standard gearbox If the customer is experiencing automatic transmission-related issues and the concern is found to be within the…
• 10121115Feb 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This document was created In response to multiple dealership inquires about aftermarket universal (one fluid fits all) automatic transmission fluids and transmission flushing, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada have prepared the following statement. At this time, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada do not support or warranty any use of aftermarket universal automatic transmission fluids or…
• 10121114Feb 2, 2016Suspension. Technical Bulletin about a customer concern stating that customer observed one or more of the shocks/struts appearing to have an oil leak. Document contains examples of Strut or Shock Absorber Leak Assessments
• 10213836Jan 22, 2016Air bags. Airbag Issues.
• 10213844Jan 20, 2016Engine cooling, Other or unknown. VW Engine Oil Capacities.
• 10121998Jan 20, 2016Equipment, Engine. Job Aid ? VW Engine Oil Capacities (Gasoline, Diesel, Hybrid Engines)
• 10126862Jan 13, 2016Equipment. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10122151Dec 8, 2015Engine. Technical Bulletin (Washer Level Sensor issues): The sensitivity of the washer solvent level sensor (G33) can be affected by the type, concentration, and the presence of additives in the washer solvent currently in the tank. The operation of the level sensor relies on the composition of the solvent to provide an accurate message on the solvent level. Incorrect concentration and the presence of additives can…
• 10122144Dec 7, 2015Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid): This document informs that Multiple components SHOULD NOT be replaced for 1 misfiring cylinder. Repeat repairs must be carefully addressed to identify the root cause of the concern. If misfires are determined to be related to a specific component(s) (fuel injector, spark plug, ignition coil), replace only one defective component at a time and re-evaluate the…
• 10123098Aug 14, 2015Equipment. Technical Bulletin (CV Boot Replacement): The Recommended procedure for removing damaged CV boot.
• 10128136Aug 6, 2015Fuel system, Engine cooling. Service Action (Coolant Pump): The coolant pump may develop a small leak over time. This document informs that a recell is taking place, and customers should bring back their cars for repairs. This document had the repair guide for the coolant pump.
• 10074514Aug 6, 2015Fuel system, Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10128111Aug 5, 2015Engine cooling. Frequently Asked Questions: The coolant pump may develop a small leak over time. This document informs about the questions that may arrise to have to diagnosis and servicing the issue.
• 10123029Jul 28, 2015Fuel system, Engine, Electrical system. Technical Bulletin: High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis. Completing the GFF high pressure pump function test is essential to diagnose proper pump operation and to avoid unnecessary replacements. This document contains the procedure to update the programming on the diagnostic hardware. This document contains the fault codes necessary to check the warranty coverage for servicing this issue.
• 10123011Jul 22, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the windshield, rear window and wiper blades, should be checked first. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
• 10123599Jul 21, 2015Engine cooling. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Service Action 19K5 ? Coolant Pump): The 19K5 service action has been temporarily deactivated. Dealships should hold on to the currently allocated parts for this campaign. Any repairs performed today can be processed as normal through SAGA. The dealers will be informed when this campaign will be reactivated.
• 10123598Jul 21, 2015Engine cooling. The coolant pump may develop a small leak over time. The corrective action taken was to Inspect and, if necessary, replace the coolant pump.
• 10058634Jul 21, 2015Engine cooling. Volkswagen: tsb contains an owner notification letter. Select document search button below. Some vehicles are experiencing, over time, a leakage in coolant pump and would need coolant pump replaced, if necessary. Model 2011-14 gti.
• 10123600Jul 20, 2015Engine cooling. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming Service Action 19K5 ? Coolant Pump): This document informs of an upcoming service action for a coolant pump. The coolant pump may develop a small leak over time. The corrective action that will be taken is to Inspect and, if necessary, replace the coolant pump
• 10123038Jul 10, 2015Electrical system. Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Production Mode): This document informs the procedure to remove the production mode setting when it is displayed in the instrument cluster.
• 10123015Jul 7, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. This…
• 10123013Jul 7, 2015Engine cooling, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.
• 10128105Jun 29, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10128104Jun 22, 2015Equipment. This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
• 10122981Jun 19, 2015Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Tech Tips: The document discusses the conditions of when turbo can to be fixed or replaced
• 10122979Jun 19, 2015Engine. Tech Tips (Radiator Identification Sensor): On TSI (2.0l CCTA, CBFA) equipped vehicles with fault code P2568 Direct Ozone Reduction Catalyst Temperature Sensor, this fault refers to - G611- as Radiator Identification Sensor. If the radiator requires replacement on any above listed vehicle, the -G611- will be packaged separately within the radiator packaging. The new sensor will need to be bonded to the radiator.
• 10122987Jun 5, 2015Body and structure, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Paint Defect - Water Migration Under the RAPGARD): Water migration under the RAPGARD® can be mistaken as a paint defect when in fact it is only moisture trapped in the clear coat of the paint. This document discusses. - RAPGARD, removal and disposal - Inspecting for water migration in areas where RAPGARD was removed. - Examples of water migration after the RAPGARD is removed
• 10122943May 26, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Sunroof or Power Sunshade, Does Not Open/Close or Automatic Operation Does Not Function). This document contains Warranty information for coverage, and informs of methods to to service the issue
• 10122953May 21, 2015Equipment, Body and structure. Technical Bulletin (PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing): This document refers to a pre check inspection on the quality of a vehicle such as - Inspecting vehicle for damage (to be completed within 48 hours of delivery to Dealership) - Shipping damage - Detailers responsibilities (to be completed prior to delivery to Customer) - Full Body Covers (FBC), removal and disposal - RAPGARD, removal…

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