2004 Volkswagen Jetta Technical Service Bulletins

246 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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.

• 10239789Jan 24, 2014Other or unknown, Electrical system, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). 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…
• 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
• 10239531Jan 22, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Temperature Output Control Cannot Be Adjusted
• 10122252Jan 22, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Temperature Output Control Cannot Be Adjusted): Customer states cannot adjust temperature and/or A/C is not cold. The blend door control lever moves freely, but the blend door does not operate. A bushing that fits on the lever may have a broken tab/clip. This document discusses the potential remedy of the issue.
• 10242375Nov 25, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Steering, Engine, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238932Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10238931Nov 15, 2013Equipment. If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. If parts assistance is needed, please call 800-767-6552 to speak with a VWGoA Parts Specialist.
• 10212722Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Part ordering
• 10157603Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014 - Part ordering): If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Specialist for help.
• 10156008Nov 15, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (All Models 2000-2014 - Part ordering): If a needed service part is on back order, upgrade the daily order to a red order and check the ?Car Down? box to escalate the order. This document informs how to contact VWGoA Parts Specialist for help.
• 10243034Nov 4, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242372Nov 4, 2013Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239532Oct 29, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10157506Oct 29, 2013Equipment. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An 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. Contaminants are effectively neutralized using the AIRCOMATIC? II Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189A) or AIRCOMATIC III Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS…
• 10155925Oct 29, 2013Equipment. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): An 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. Contaminants are effectively neutralized using the AIRCOMATIC? II Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS 6189A) or AIRCOMATIC? III Ultrasonic Climate System Cleaner (VAS…
• 10240922Oct 28, 2013Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10243040Oct 21, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242378Oct 21, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10240605Oct 15, 2013Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Other or unknown. P0102, P1128, P1296 - WA front oxygen sensor faults
• 10157460Oct 15, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
• 10155839Oct 15, 2013Electrical system. Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
• 10241335Oct 3, 2013Engine cooling. Oil Consumption Measurement
• 10157515Oct 3, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. This document informs how to test the oil consumption rate
• 10155922Oct 3, 2013Engine. Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customers have stated oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. This document informs how to test the oil consumption rate
• 10243046Sep 30, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242384Sep 30, 2013Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10237699Sep 27, 2013Electrical system. Fan Module J293 Pinout Chart
• 10157436Sep 27, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system, Engine. Tech Tips (Coolant fan control module J293 pinout): 1.8L and 2.0L (Except Engine Code BBW), Fan Module J293 Pinout Chart which informs of the terminal types, the inputs, and outputs, the signal purpose, and the signal type
• 10155853Sep 27, 2013Engine cooling. Tech Tips (Coolant fan control module J293 pinout): 1.8L and 2.0L (Except Engine Code BBW), Fan Module J293 Pinout Chart which informs of the terminal types, the inputs, and outputs, the signal purpose, and the signal type
• 10241711Jul 23, 2013Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10125764Jul 23, 2013Equipment. JETTA-JSW Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
• 10241713Jul 17, 2013Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10125763Jul 17, 2013Equipment. JETTA Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
• 10125748Jul 12, 2013Electrical system, Latches, locks and linkages. Tech Tips (Rear Lid Does Not Open After Handle Replacement): If the rear lid handle is replaced with part number 1J0 827 566L, the microswitch from the original handle must be transferred to the new handle. If original microswitch is not available, microswitch part number 1J5 962 104 B should be ordered and installed.
• 10239262Jul 10, 2013Equipment, Engine. In SAGA, the time units for the Volkswagen DoubleCheck labor operation were reduced in error from 50 time units to 30 time units during the system update posted on July 4th.
• 10241333Jul 1, 2013Engine cooling. Oil Consumption Measurement
• 10125726Jul 1, 2013Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customer states oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal combustion engines consume a certain amount of engine oil. Oil consumption varies from engine to engine and may change…
• 10125837Jun 28, 2013Engine cooling. Tech Tips (Equipped with Turbocharged Engine Turbocharger Replacement Tip): If mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger. This document informs the procedure of checks for damage.
• 10238566Jun 18, 2013Brakes. If mechanical damage is found to the turbocharger (e.g. damaged compression wheel, loose or broken shaft), it is not enough to just replace the turbocharger.
• 10238601Jun 14, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. 09A Transmission -- Replacing Transmission
• 10125833Jun 14, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tips (Vehicles with 09G or 09A Transmission -- Replacing Transmission): This document informs If you replace one of these transmissions, check ETKA to see if you must also replace the Transmission Control Module (TCM) at the same time. In some instances the new transmission will require an updated TCM.
• 10241712Jun 13, 2013Equipment. Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections
• 10125849Jun 13, 2013Equipment. Jetta Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
• 10241285May 6, 2013Engine cooling. Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
• 10238960Apr 8, 2013Other or unknown, Engine cooling, Fuel system. To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.
• 10238959Apr 8, 2013Other or unknown, Engine cooling, Fuel system. To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.
• 10243064Mar 25, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242402Mar 25, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241282Mar 15, 2013Engine cooling. Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
• 10242399Mar 4, 2013Equipment, Fuel system, Body and structure, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter

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