2014 Volkswagen Jetta Technical Service Bulletins

1,540 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 10121608Oct 3, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. Tech Tips (Window Switch Replacement): Be advised that when replacing a window switch on the listed models, make certain that the switch is not damaged during the removal process. It is preferred to use a bone tool to remove the switch from the housing as opposed to a screwdriver. This document provides examples to prevent the risk of damage
• 10121607Oct 3, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (RNS 510? Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound): Replacement RNS 510 radio/navigation units may be shipped in transportation safeguard mode and therefore will have no sound output. This document informs how to deactivate the safeguard mode.
• 10069519Oct 3, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10241773Oct 1, 2014Electrical system, Tires. TPMS/ESC Software (FED_EMS)
• 10121624Oct 1, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (By-Pack At Delivery): Components may be missing from the by-pack at delivery. Components missing from the by-pack should be claimed in one of two ways. (Warranty or Transportation) Understanding when to claim one versus the other is very important. This document informs how to tell the difference.
• 10121604Oct 1, 2014Electrical system, Tires. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (TPMS/ESC Software): This update has been proactively released to prevent illumination of the TPMS and/or ESC light at vehicle start-up and/or under low speed (e.g. <7mph) driving conditions after vehicle start-up. The condition goes away immediately after start up or at speeds greater than 7 mph.
• 10069587Oct 1, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10056908Oct 1, 2014Tires. Volkswagen: see document search button for owner letter. Updated information regarding tpms and/or esc light on start up and/or low speed (e.g. 7 mph) driving conditions after start up and goes immediately away once started or greater speeds than 7 mph. Model 2014-15 jetta, beetle, beetle convertible.
• 10243025Sep 29, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242363Sep 29, 2014Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10240853Sep 26, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment, Engine cooling. Please contact VW Helpline before attempting repair
• 10238965Sep 26, 2014Steering, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Back-over prevention…. Some Golf, GTI, Jetta, and Passat vehicles equipped with electromechanical power steering have the G85 steering angle sensor located in the steering rack. These vehicles do not have a G85 in the steering column. To determine G85 location, check the J500 Power steering control module part number in the GFF printout. Do not use the part number on the steering rack for this check.
• 10238942Sep 26, 2014Engine cooling. There are no bolts installed at the 9 and 3 o?clock positions from the factory. No bolts need to be installed in these locations while performing repairs. See photos for reference.
• 10120273Sep 26, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Steering. Tech Tips (2009-2015 Jetta, Eos, Rabbit, Golf, GTI, Passat, CC, and Tiguan Equipped with Electromechanical Power Steering ? G85 Location Identification Tip): Ths document informs of the location of the G85 steering sensor. The sensors expected settings, and which vehicles do not have this sensor for electromechanical power steering.
• 10120264Sep 26, 2014Electrical system. On-car analysis list of customer complaints: Mil?on with fault code P046C, untouched vehicles
• 10069102Sep 26, 2014Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10241772Sep 25, 2014Electrical system, Tires. TPMS/ESC Software (FED_EMS)
• 10120266Sep 25, 2014Electrical system. UPDATE Technical Bulletin (Software UPDATE ? 45D7 - TPMS/ESC Software (FED_EMS)): This update has been proactively released to prevent illumination of the TPMS and/or ESC light at vehicle start-up and/or under low speed (e.g. <7mph) driving conditions after vehicle start-up. The condition goes away immediately after start up or at speeds greater than 7 mph. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to…
• 10069586Sep 25, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10240668Sep 24, 2014Electrical system, Tires. TPMS/ESC Software Update
• 10239807Sep 24, 2014Engine cooling. Engine will not start after standing in cold weather below 0°C (32°F), MIL may be illuminated with various induction and/or boost system faults stored in ECM.
• 10239541Sep 24, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
• 10128451Sep 24, 2014Tires, Equipment, Electronic stability control. VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP COMMUNICATION (Upcoming UPDATE 45D7 ? TPMS/ESC Software Update): This document informs of an upcomming update which states that Illumination of the TPMS and/or ESC light at vehicle start-up and/or under low speed (e.g. <7mph) driving conditions after vehicle start-up. The condition goes away immediately after start up or at speeds greater than 7 mph. The action taken to correct this issue was…
• 10120324Sep 24, 2014Electrical system. Technical Bulletin (Glow Plug Pressure Sensor Faults): When diagnosing MIL ON with glow plug pressure sensor DTC?s it is important to perform a diagnosis prior to replacing the glow plug. This document contains the fault code interperatation after such a diagnosis. the production solution is that the codes were implementated into production. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and…
• 10120316Sep 24, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): 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. Debris can be…
• 10068267Sep 24, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10239593Sep 23, 2014Electrical system. Keyless Entry Inoperative after Access / Start (KESSY) Module Replacement
• 10243024Sep 22, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242362Sep 22, 2014Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10252208Sep 19, 2014Brakes. AC Compressor Replacement, Refrigerant Circuit Flushing Requirement
• 10239415Sep 19, 2014Latches, locks and linkages. Front Door Locks Hard to Release
• 10238567Sep 19, 2014Body and structure. Inspect the cowling for warp, gaps or low seal compression between the hood and cowl weather strip. Straighten the
• 10238028Sep 19, 2014Brakes. Rear Disc Brakes, Replacing Rear Brake Pads and Rotors for Squeal
• 10237705Sep 19, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). When replacing the Air Conditioning compressor it is necessary to flush the entire system to remove all the PAG oil. Replacement AC compressors come with a full charge of oil. Any time another compressor is installed with a different vendor (Sanden to Denso) it is necessary to replace all the oil in the system to the new vendor type PAG oil.
• 10120322Sep 19, 2014Brakes. Technical Bulletin (Rear Disc Brakes, Replacing Rear Brake Pads and Rotors for Squeal issues): This document informs that the rear brake pad composition may result in a squeal from the rear braking system. Condition as described DOES NOT affect brake performance. The production solution for this issue was Improved rear brake pads. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential…
• 10120317Sep 19, 2014Latches, locks and linkages. Technical Bulletin (Front Door Locks Hard to Release): The front door lock operation is affected by various climate or temperature conditions and as a result may require increased effort to release. Due to this the customer Customer may comment that the front door is hard to open with the exterior handle. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault…
• 10120277Sep 19, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (1.8L/2.0L (engine codes CPRA, CPKA, CPPA, CPLA) ? Rear Main Seal Bolts Missing): There are no bolts installed at the 9 and 3 o?clock positions from the factory. No bolts need to be installed in these locations while performing repairs. This document contains example graphics of the placement on the bolts, and lack of bolts
• 10120275Sep 19, 2014Body and structure. Tech Tips (2014 Jetta (16) 1.8/2.0T- Turbo Noise Under Load No Codes and No Loss of Power): This document informs to inspect the cowling for warp, gaps or low seal compression between the hood and cowl weather strip. Straighten the cowl panel by hand as needed to provide a better seal
• 10120272Sep 19, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (Comfort Module (J393) or BCM (J519) Replacement): This document informs if a comfort or body control module is replaced during normal diagnosis, make sure the factory mode has been switched OFF. This can be accomplished by selecting guided function of either the J393 or J519 or control module OBD of J393 or J519 then selecting adaptation channel 99.
• 10120271Sep 19, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (Window Switch Replacement): This document informs that Be advised that when replacing a window switch on the listed models, that the switch is not damaged during the removal process. It is preferred to use a bone tool to remove the switch from the housing as opposed to a screwdriver, to prevent the risk of the repair being debited. The document also contains visual examples which show the part in…
• 10120270Sep 19, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (AC Compressor Replacement, Refrigerant Circuit Flushing Requirement): This document informs when replacing the Air Conditioning compressor it is necessary to flush the entire system to remove all the PAG oil. Replacement AC compressors come with a full charge of oil. Any time another compressor is installed with a different vendor (such as Sanden to Denso) it is necessary to replace all the oil in the…
• 10069696Sep 19, 2014Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069518Sep 19, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10056454Sep 19, 2014Latches, locks and linkages. Volkswagen: the exterior handle on front door is very hard to open due to various climate or temperature conditions affecting the lock operation and may require more of an effort to release. Model 2011-2015 jetta (a6), golf/gti (a7), beetle, beetle convertible, passat nms.
• 10249682Sep 18, 2014Equipment. On-car analysis list
• 10241324Sep 16, 2014Fuel system, Engine cooling. MIL ON, DTC P0401 Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Stored in ECM Fault Memory, Could be accompanied with Fault P2463 DPF Soot Accumulation
• 10120330Sep 16, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient, and Soot Accumulation issues): This document informs of high soot loads prior to regeneration which can cause possible restrictions in the EGR filter. The production solution to this issue was new software being implemented in current production. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue.
• 10243023Sep 15, 2014Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system, Steering. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242361Sep 15, 2014Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239268Sep 15, 2014Equipment. Parts Returned to the WPRC Must be Complete and Packaged Correctly to Prevent Transit Damage

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