2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Technical Service Bulletins

111 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2002 Volkswagen Passat Wagon. 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.

• 10241177Aug 21, 2023Engine cooling. Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
• 10237427May 30, 2023Engine cooling. Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
• 10235138Apr 24, 2023Engine cooling. Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.
• 10228180Dec 12, 2022Equipment. Update model year applicability to include 2023.
• 10228178Dec 6, 2022Electrical system. Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.
• 10204722Dec 15, 2021Electrical system. This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
• 10175799May 12, 2020Equipment. Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A
• 10174476Apr 21, 2020Equipment. Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
• 10164227Aug 14, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. Original version accidently archived 8/9/19. Recreate exact content in new format and republish, as warranty policy still relevant to applicable later model years.
• 10161215Jun 12, 2019Equipment. Update vehicle metadata.
• 10159010Mar 27, 2019Equipment. The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10159014Mar 22, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. Alternative method for radio code retrieval.
• 10159016Mar 12, 2019Engine. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
• 10158514Feb 27, 2019Engine cooling. Gasoline Engine Misfire Diagnosis document
• 10158529Feb 19, 2019Electrical system. Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
• 10158533Feb 18, 2019Exterior lighting. Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.
• 10161475Nov 13, 2018Equipment. Update vehicle metadata.
• 10149864Aug 13, 2018Electrical system. Update content and include additional models and model year applicability.
• 10144652Jun 6, 2018Electrical system. This information bulletin contains instructions for checking the pins/terminals for contacts and nano contacts.
• 10125661Aug 18, 2017Equipment. Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
• 10133344Jul 5, 2017Engine cooling. 17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards
• 10155644Jun 28, 2017Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.
• 10157383Jun 22, 2017Equipment. VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide
• 10128055Feb 1, 2017Equipment. This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.
• 10126785Oct 31, 2016Equipment. Update model year applicability to include 2017.
• 10126899Oct 28, 2016Equipment. Reminder for dealers to reference the repair manual and replace all necessary fasteners (bolts, nuts) that cannot be re-used
• 10126861Oct 24, 2016Equipment. Update to model year applicability.
• 10126870Oct 20, 2016Engine. Update to include additional model year applicability.
• 10126783Oct 12, 2016Equipment. Update model and model year applicability.
• 10236426Sep 23, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Contacting the parts helpline
• 10127969Sep 23, 2016Equipment. Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.
• 10107841Jul 13, 2016Body and structure. To update model table to clarify jetta wagon applicability to tb content.
• 10128387Jun 9, 2016Equipment. To update claim processing statement.
• 10128386Jun 9, 2016Body and structure. Corrosion may be found on the folded edge of the hood. Supersedes TB V551603
• 10128392Jun 8, 2016Equipment. To update claim processing statement.
• 10133512Jun 7, 2016Body and structure. 51 16 02 June 7, 2016 2039000 Supersedes Technical Bulletin V511403 dated December 16, 2014 to update Claim Processing statement. Corrosion on the Roof in the Area of the Roof Rails Corrosion on the roof (in the contact area of roof rail/roof rail base)
• 10095561Jun 7, 2016Body and structure. To update claim processing statement.
• 10236450Feb 17, 2016Vehicle speed control, Body and structure. Corrosion on hood edge.
• 10121109Feb 17, 2016Equipment. Document discusses Corrosion that may be found on the folded edge of the hood. The corrosion may be found on this edge anywhere around the hood. It discusses how to service it, and document that service. It discusses where to find what applies to warranties that offer coverage for the service
• 10236481Feb 15, 2016Equipment. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10236447Feb 8, 2016Wheels. Corrosion on wheel arch.
• 10121112Feb 8, 2016Wheels. Document discusses issues with The wheel liner touches the arch area of the fender and rubs off the paint in the contact area. The corrosion is caused by dirt accumulations and movements of the wheel liner. It discusses how to service the corrosion issue, and how to document it
• 10236436Feb 5, 2016Engine cooling. Gasoline quality.
• 10236448Feb 1, 2016Body and structure. Rear quarter panel corrosion.
• 10121111Feb 1, 2016Body and structure. The document refers to Corrosion being found where the rear bumper cover meets the quarter panel. It discusses how it can happen, and where to find warranty coverage to service the parts
• 10213835Jan 25, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Technical Bulletins.
• 10121053Jan 25, 2016Wheels. Summary of Technical Bulletin to include additional model and model year applicability. Corrosion, Front Fenders, at Upper Wheel Opening (U.S. Only)
• 10213836Jan 22, 2016Air bags. Airbag Issues.
• 10213859Jan 19, 2016Other or unknown. Corrosion on Rear Lid at Rear Window Area.
• 10121083Jan 19, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Discussion on Corrosion on Rear Lid at Rear Window Area When the rear window heater is switched ON, power is transmitted to the outer sealing lip of the rear window. In some places the window sealer makes contact with the bus bar of the rear window heater. Contains examples on making claims for repair work

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