2004 Volkswagen Passat Wagon Technical Service Bulletins

131 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2004 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.

• 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
• 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.
• 10242998Dec 22, 2014Exterior lighting, Body and structure, Electrical system, Visibility (wipers…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242336Dec 22, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238059Dec 19, 2014Body and structure. Corrosion on Rear Lid at Rear Window Area
• 10070384Dec 19, 2014Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10238053Dec 16, 2014Body and structure. Corrosion on Rear Lid at Rear Window Area
• 10238044Dec 16, 2014Body and structure. Corrosion on the roof (in the contact area of roof rail/roof rail base) - Figures 1 and 2.
• 10070378Dec 16, 2014Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10242997Dec 15, 2014Electrical system, Body and structure, Seats, Engine cooling, Visibility…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242335Dec 15, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238040Dec 10, 2014Wheels, Body and structure. Front Fender - Corrosion on Wheel Arch
• 10070367Dec 10, 2014Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10242996Dec 8, 2014Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain, Visibility (wipers, defrost…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239831Dec 3, 2014Equipment. Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger
• 10242995Dec 1, 2014Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242333Dec 1, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238935Nov 27, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. When performing SVM updates, the scan tool should be hardwired to the vehicle and the Bluetooth physically turned off. A hard wired internet connection is also recommended.
• 10238039Nov 24, 2014Body and structure, Wheels. Front Fender - Corrosion on Wheel Arch
• 10122613Nov 24, 2014Body and structure, Wheels. Technical Bulletin (Front Fender - Corrosion on Wheel Arch): 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. The document informs how to identify affected parts. It then gives direction on servicing the issue
• 10070366Nov 24, 2014Wheels. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10239541Sep 24, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)
• 10252942Sep 5, 2014Equipment. Damage to Data Link Connector (DLC) from Aftermarket Devices (Cannot Communicate with Vehicle OBD System)
• 10237766Sep 5, 2014Electrical system. The DLC is intended for use with diagnostic scan tools and by emissions testing stations. However, aftermarket devices (i.e., drive data recorders) that connect to the DLC have now become available.
• 10241340Sep 2, 2014Engine. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00
• 10241339Aug 22, 2014Engine cooling, Engine. Oil Consumption Measurement
• 10238600Jul 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Incorrect torque converter or flywheel/flexplate installation can result in transmission damage. When installing an engine, flywheel or transmission, please follow the installation procedures outlined in ELSA. For the flywheel/flexplate, please be certain the correct shim is installed between it and the crankshaft (reference VWIQ120). When installing a torque converter, press the torque converter hub through the…
• 10238972Jun 6, 2014Tires, Wheels. The use of tire dressing gives your tires that shiny finish that completes the image of a clean (new) vehicle. There are many different tire dressing products available. When choosing a product please pay close attention to its contents. Always use a water based product.
• 10253215Jun 4, 2014Exterior lighting, Other or unknown. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10239592Jun 4, 2014Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10243011May 19, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Exterior lighting, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242349May 19, 2014Equipment, Electrical system, Exterior lighting, Visibility (wipers, defrost…. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238572May 9, 2014Equipment, Fuel system. Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.
• 10239534Apr 18, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10241266Apr 10, 2014Equipment. Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
• 10239270Apr 1, 2014Equipment. Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014
• 10239533Mar 27, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor

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