2012 Volkswagen Routan Technical Service Bulletins

506 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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.

• 10156001Nov 22, 2013Steering. Tech Tips (Steering Wheel Off Center): This Tech Tip was established to explain the influence the adjustable steering column tilt position has on the steering wheel being off center and to provide information on checking for steering wheel off center.
• 10243036Nov 18, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242374Nov 18, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10212745Nov 18, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Software updates.
• 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.
• 10238595Nov 11, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. Turn the ignition key to the START position. If the engine does not crank but a clicking noise can be heard from the starter, install a jumper cable from the battery negative cable to the engine block and attempt to start the engine again. If the engine now cranks perform the following Repair Procedure A. If it still does not crank, perform Repair Procedure B.
• 10213849Nov 8, 2013Wheels, Other or unknown. Tech Tips.
• 10212715Nov 8, 2013Wheels. Four Wheel Alignments.
• 10157608Nov 8, 2013Wheels, Equipment, Tires. Tech Tips (Four Wheel Alignments): This Tech Tip provides an overview of vehicle four wheel alignment, and important steps that should be followed when performing four wheel alignments.
• 10156012Nov 8, 2013Wheels. Tech Tips (Four Wheel Alignments): This Tech Tip provides an overview of vehicle four wheel alignment, and important steps that should be followed when performing four wheel alignments.
• 10243034Nov 4, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10212743Nov 4, 2013Equipment. ODIS Quick Reference Guide.
• 10252902Nov 1, 2013Equipment. Bluetooth Compatibility
• 10242443Nov 1, 2013Equipment. USA Volkswagen Maintenance Schedule by Miles - Routan Only
• 10237726Nov 1, 2013Suspension. To check Bluetooth compatibility for all 2011 and newer vehicles, as well as 2010 Routan, use the link below.
• 10212708Nov 1, 2013Equipment. Maintenance Schedule.
• 10157584Nov 1, 2013Equipment. 2012 USA Volkswagen Maintenance Schedule by Miles
• 10156016Nov 1, 2013Equipment, Electrical system. Tech Tips (Bluetooth Compatibility): This document informs of the web address that can be used to check Bluetooth compatibility for all 2011, and newer vehicles, as well as 2010 Routan
• 10156003Nov 1, 2013Equipment. 2012 USA Volkswagen Maintenance Schedule by Miles
• 10239532Oct 29, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10243039Oct 14, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242377Oct 14, 2013Engine, Body and structure. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10157510Oct 11, 2013Engine cooling. Tech Tips (No Crank/ No Start Starter Will Not Engage and there are No Related Codes): This document informs of two procedures to preform if the engine does not crank but a clicking noise can be heard from the starter.
• 10155916Oct 11, 2013Engine cooling. Tech Tips (No Crank/ No Start ?Starter Will Not Engage and there are No Related Codes): This document informs of two procedures to preform if the engine does not crank but a clicking noise can be heard from the starter.
• 10070761Oct 11, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10243038Oct 7, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242376Oct 7, 2013Engine cooling, Brakes. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241335Oct 3, 2013Engine cooling. Oil Consumption Measurement
• 10250686Sep 27, 2013Equipment. Section 3.30.2 Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Policy Modifications
• 10238579Sep 27, 2013Engine cooling. The customer may hear a squeaking noise at idle. This may be caused by the PCV valve. The valve is mounted to the right rear cylinder head (Exhaust Camshaft).
• 10157428Sep 27, 2013Engine. Tech Tips (Squeaking Noise Coming from the Engine at Idle): The customer may hear a squeaking noise at idle. This may be caused by the PCV valve. The valve is mounted to the right rear cylinder head (Exhaust Camshaft). This document informs how to diagnose the issue, and where information can be found to repair the issue.
• 10155829Sep 27, 2013Engine. Tech Tips (Squeaking Noise Coming from the Engine at Idle): The customer may hear a squeaking noise at idle. This may be caused by the PCV valve. The valve is mounted to the right rear cylinder head (Exhaust Camshaft). This document informs how to diagnose the issue, and where information can be found to repair the issue.
• 10070751Sep 27, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10241262Sep 23, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Choosing Service Numbers ? Transmission and Drivetrain
• 10238969Sep 20, 2013Brakes. For uneven rear brake pad wear, off-brake noise or an issue other than the piston does not screw-in or re-adjust out, Do Not replace the rear caliper assembly.
• 10157433Sep 20, 2013Brakes. Tech Tips (Uneven Rear Brake Pad Wear): For uneven rear brake pad wear, off-brake noise or an issue other than the piston does not screw-in or re-adjust out, Do Not replace the rear caliper assembly. This document informs what, where to inspect for issues, and if replacement is necessary.
• 10157429Sep 20, 2013Electrical system. Tech Tips (Battery Testing Info): This document informs Prior to testing the battery on any 2009 - 2014 Routan, first reference TB 2018694 (V271302) Battery, Use CCA when testing with the Midtronics MCR-340, Midtronics In-Charge 940 (INC 940), or VAS-6161.
• 10155851Sep 20, 2013Brakes. Tech Tips (Uneven Rear Brake Pad Wear): For uneven rear brake pad wear, off-brake noise or an issue other than the piston does not screw-in or re-adjust out, Do Not replace the rear caliper assembly. This document informs what, where to inspect for issues, and if replacement is necessary.
• 10155848Sep 20, 2013Electrical system, Equipment. Tech Tips (Battery Testing Info): This document informs Prior to testing the battery on any 2009 - 2014 Routan, first reference TB 2018694 (V271302) Battery, Use CCA when testing with the Midtronics MCR-340, Midtronics In-Charge 940 (INC 940), or VAS-6161.
• 10070777Sep 20, 2013Brakes. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070759Sep 20, 2013Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10239429Sep 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Sunroof Opens But Will Not Close and / or Cycles Back to Open and / or Sunroof Glass Scratched
• 10157444Sep 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Sunroof Opens But Will Not Close and / or Cycles Back to Open and / or Sunroof Glass Scratched): This bulletin involves inspecting sunroof glass clearance, and if necessary, modifying the sunroof reinforcement, to allow adequate clearance for sunroof glass travel. The product solution to this issue was Vehicles produced after November 1st 2012 will have improved sunroof opening dimensions.
• 10155861Sep 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Sunroof Opens But Will Not Close and/or Cycles Back to Open and/or Sunroof Glass Scratched): This bulletin involves inspecting sunroof glass clearance, and if necessary, modifying the sunroof reinforcement, to allow adequate clearance for sunroof glass travel. The product solution to this issue was Vehicles produced after November 1st 2012 will have improved sunroof opening dimensions.
• 10071010Sep 19, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10253186Sep 17, 2013Other or unknown, Electrical system. RHR Navigation Map Enhancements

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