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.

• 10239403Mar 1, 2013Electrical system. If key blade is found to stick or bind when opening or closing, check position of roll pin that secures key blade to mechanism. If roll pin is sticking out on either side (as shown below), do not replace key. Instead, use appropriate sized punch and hammer to drive in the roll pin so that it is flush with edge of mechanism.
• 10125635Feb 22, 2013Equipment. Tech Tips (Technician Helpline Vehicle Check Sheets): When it becomes necessary to open a VW Technician Helpline VTA case while performing diagnosis for a diesel particulate filter, manual transmission repair, or turbocharger concern, it is recommended to complete the related worksheet/check sheet before calling. This document informs where Worksheets/Check Sheets are available on ServiceNet.
• 10157655Oct 25, 2012Body and structure, Equipment. Technical Bulletin (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. This document informs of how the Finish can be significantly improved without the use of harsh polishing compounds and high speed buffing.
• 10156059Oct 25, 2012Equipment. Technical Bulletin (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. This document informs of how the Finish can be significantly improved without the use of harsh polishing compounds and high speed buffing.
• 10157732Oct 1, 2012Electrical system. Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.
• 10156127Oct 1, 2012Equipment, Electrical system. Body/Infotainment Module Software Updates: This document informs of various complaints that were addressed in software updates, and technical bulletins.
• 10043602Feb 10, 2012Engine cooling. Volkswagen: gasoline engines have rough idle, have significant loss of power or stalling with reduced performance.
• 10041250Jun 6, 2011Transmission and drivetrain, Steering. Volkswagen: the gear box has a momentarily delay while accelerating.
• 10253213Feb 14, 2011Exterior lighting, Other or unknown. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10239590Feb 14, 2011Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10038591Jan 28, 2011Electrical system, Engine cooling. Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Engine software may cause the vehicle to exceed emissions standards.
• 10036493Sep 30, 2010Other or unknown. Volkswagen: child restraint latch guidance fixture; compliance with fmvss 225 (usa only). Update to existing technical bulletin. No production change required. All models.
• 10036492Sep 22, 2010Electrical system. Volkswagen: update programming; engine runs rough on initial start at temperatures below-7%c (20%f). Software update and new injectors. Installing new injectors and engine control model update-programming (flashing) using software version management (svm). Models golf, jetta and wagon; new beetle.
• 10036496Aug 1, 2010Engine cooling, Electrical system. Volkswagen: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. Vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. Models passat and wagon; golf; gti; jetta and wagon; new beetle and convertible; phaeton; eos; rabbit, etc.
• 10252204Jul 23, 2010Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Engine cooling. Air Conditioning Does not Operate
• 10237700Jul 23, 2010Electrical system, Brakes. For concerns of no or intermittent A/C operation where pressure diagnosis does not lead to a cause, be sure to check the N25 A/C clutch coil. The fan control module may send a brief voltage signal to the clutch and then shut it off due to an open or high resistance in the coil circuit. The coil resistance should be between 3.5 and 4.5 ohms. If the reading is high or low when checked at the fan module, be sure to…
• 10124477Jul 23, 2010Equipment. Tech Tips (Air Conditioning Does not Operate): This document informs of concerns of no or intermittent A/C operation where pressure diagnosis does not lead to a cause, be sure to check the N25 A/C clutch coil. The fan control module may send a brief voltage signal to the clutch and then shut it off due to an open or high resistance in the coil circuit. The coil resistance should be between 3.5 and 4.5 ohms.
• 10033216Jul 1, 2010Electrical system, Engine cooling. Volkswagen: (revised) vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. If this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminated to let you know that vehicle may experience some deterioration in performance. In some cases, a malfunctioning ignition coil may cause a vehicle to exceed federal and/or california emissions standards. 2001-2007 passa/passat wagon. *pe updated…
• 10034069May 7, 2010Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Inspect, clean and modify sunroof drains for certain volkswagen vehicles and revised maintenance schedule; sunroof drain inspection and cleaning. No models or model years listed. Csc letter was rec'd. *pe model and model years included. Updated
• 10033207Oct 28, 2009Electrical system, Engine cooling. Volkswagen: vehicles may have ignition coils that could malfunction under certain conditions. If this happens, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminated to let you know that the vehicle may experience some deterioration in performance. In some cases, a malfunctioning ignition coil may cause a vehicle to exceed federal and/or california emissions standards. No models listed.
• 10031384Jun 1, 2009Seats. Volkswagen service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Revised expiration dates for seat heater customer satisfaction campaigns. Affected vehicles may have a seat heater element than can malfunction when the ignition switch is on and the seat heater switch is on. Models vv00 and vz00, m200 and m300, and r200 and r300, extended til 6/30/10 (vv, vz, m2, m3) and 9/30/10 (r2 and r3). Csc letters has…
• 10025927Jun 1, 2009Seats. Volkswagen: certain vehicles equipped with comfort seats; install new passenger side seat heater switch. This include jetta wagon. *pe updated 3/23/09. Revision to customer satisfaction campaigns for seat heaters. *pe updated 3/17/10.
• 10025926Jun 1, 2009Seats. Customer satisfaction campaign circular: certain vehicles equipped with comfort seats: install driver's side seat heater repair kit. *pe updated 3/23/09. Revision to customer satisfaction campaign. *pe updated 3/17/10.
• 10026848Aug 28, 2008Engine cooling, Body and structure. Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. Heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.), and if damaged, replaced.
• 10024548Mar 27, 2008Transmission and drivetrain. Update programming, mil on, dtc's p0420 and/or p0300-p0306 stored in ecm fault memory.
• 10022576Jun 1, 2007Seats. Customer satisfaction campaign circular. Install driver's side heater repair kit. Seat heater may malfunction when the ignition switch is on. This could cause the heater mat to temporarily overheat and become inoperative.
• 10018809Jun 1, 2007Seats. Customer satisfaction campaign circular - seat heater element can malfunction when the ignition switch is on and the seat heater switch is on. The seat heater mat may temporarily overheat and become inoperative. Install new passenger side seat heater switch. *tt updated 08-21-07.
• 10021951May 23, 2007Seats. Seat heater is inoperative.
• 10021966May 7, 2007Engine cooling. Rough on initial start at temperatures below 20 degrees f.
• 10021964May 7, 2007Engine cooling. Hard starting (extended cranking required) or no start when wet, runs rough on initial start, may be accompanied by light gray smoke.
• 10021315Jan 11, 2007Engine cooling. Dtc's p1297 (17705) or p1557 (17965) stored in dtc memory. This may be caused by intake hoses leaking (during boost conditions) due to incorrect torque on clamps or improper placement, worn or torn intake hoses.
• 10020720Apr 26, 2006Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Door windows, may seperate from window regulator clamps.
• 10020719Apr 21, 2006Seats. Heated seat bottom cover replacement.
• 10018440Jan 4, 2006Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Door window, separates from window regulator clamps.
• 10014558Dec 22, 2005Seats. Comfort seats may have a seat heater element that can malfunction when the ignition switch is on. Customer satisfaction campaign vv.
• 10018803Dec 19, 2005Engine cooling. Customer states heater output seems insufficient.
• 10018786Nov 29, 2005Engine cooling. Engine pre-heater installation. Calix.
• 10018810Oct 10, 2005Seats. Comfort seats may have a seat heater element that can malfunction when the ignition switch is on. Customer satisfaction campaign vz.
• 10015586Aug 1, 2005Latches, locks and linkages. Check/reposition and secure plastic assembly aid on rear door lock rods. Rear door lock may not operate properly due to a damaged plastic assembly aid.
• 10016043Jul 21, 2005Electrical system. Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0101 (16485) stored in dtc memory.
• 10016033Jul 21, 2005Fuel system. Fuel gauge sender, incorrect reading. To include volkswagen jetta 2006.
• 10016035Jul 1, 2005Engine cooling. Hard starting (extended cranking required) or no start when wet, runs rough on initial start, may be accompanied by light gray smoke.
• 10012760Jul 1, 2005Engine cooling. Runs rough on initial start at temperatures below -7 degrees c (20 degrees f). *tt update. *tt update.
• 10012457Jan 14, 2005Electrical system. Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1603 (18011) stored in dtc memory.
• 10011901Dec 3, 2004Engine cooling. Hybrid oil pan, installing.
• 10011567Nov 9, 2004Engine cooling. Engine coolant temperature (ect) sensor.

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