2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Technical Service Bulletins

789 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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.

• 10125846Jun 13, 2013Equipment. Tiguan Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has purchased
• 10238576Jun 12, 2013Brakes, Fuel system. In-Tank Fuel Pump Pressure Specified
• 10243071Jun 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Fuel system. Fluid capacity chart
• 10242409Jun 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain, Brakes, Electrical system, Other or unknown…. Fluid capacity chart
• 10237994Jun 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements
• 10125819Jun 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Technical Bulletin (Automatic Transmission Fluid Requirements): At this time, Volkswagen Group of America, Volkswagen Canada do not support or warranty any use of aftermarket universal automatic transmission fluids or the machines used to flush the transmissions. This applies to all standard automatic and DSG transmissions.
• 10125785Jun 10, 2013Equipment, Engine cooling. Tiguan - 2010 FLUID CAPACITY CHART This document contains information on what fluids, and how much for each of them are necessary to have a car up and running
• 10068933Jun 10, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10253205Jun 7, 2013Other or unknown, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
• 10239582Jun 7, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding
• 10125813Jun 7, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Wiper Blade Inspection for Proper Warranty Coding): Wiper blade inspection guidelines for wear and tear, outside influence or a factory issue. This document informs what is under coverage for wiper blade issues.
• 10125815Jun 6, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The sunroof's "Basic Setting" has been unintentionally initiated by the customer. When the sunroof is closed and the rotary switch is pressed down in the closed direction for longer than 10 seconds, the basic setting program of the sunroof motor is initiated, and previous sunroof travel limits are lost.
• 10240650Jun 5, 2013Equipment. We would like to inform you that the FAQ for Service Action 20T8 has been revised to include additional information for dealers to share with customers about the misfueling guard.
• 10253180May 31, 2013Equipment, Other or unknown. Antenna Diagnosis Overview
• 10239557May 31, 2013Equipment. Antenna Diagnosis Overview
• 10242406May 28, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238577May 24, 2013Electrical system, Engine cooling. When diagnosing a vehicle concern, and fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder? is found in the Engine Control Module (ECM), be aware that Engine Control Module (ECM) fault P130A ?Hide Cylinder? indicates a cylinder shut down and does not require diagnosis.
• 10243067May 20, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242405May 20, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10252226May 17, 2013Equipment. Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound
• 10241350May 16, 2013Brakes, Fuel system. High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
• 10052337May 16, 2013Fuel system. Volkswagen: some vehicles may run rough, experience engine crank, or no start. Also included model beetle convertible model years 2008-2013
• 10240677May 15, 2013Engine cooling. Install Misfueling Guard
• 10243066May 13, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242404May 13, 2013Other or unknown. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10238961May 10, 2013Equipment, Fuel system. Be aware that fuel lines are color coded on vehicles with return fuel pressure lines. The black line is for fuel pressure supply and the blue line is for fuel pressure return. To verify correct line installation, remove the metal cover exposing the fuel pump flange assembly (generally under the rear seat). Refer to the ELSA Repair Manual for specific location. Check for raised arrows on the flange housing.
• 10238594May 10, 2013Electrical system. When diagnosing a generator charging concern, it is recommended to verify operation of the one way clutch located in the generator pulley (if equipped) before replacing generator assembly. To check the one way clutch, remove the belt from the generator pulley and use a trim removal tool to hold fan blades inside generator, as shown below. When attempting to turn pulley by hand with fan blades held, pulley should…
• 10241286May 9, 2013Engine cooling. Engine, Misfire Diagnostic Aid
• 10052336May 9, 2013Engine. Volkswagen: some vehicles may experience a misfire and/or reduced engine performance.
• 10243065May 6, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239213May 6, 2013Equipment. RNS 315 Retrofit
• 10052354May 3, 2013Steering. Volkswagen: steering rack. After replacing the steering rack the fault code 01309 008 is set in abs/esp module. Also included model gti my 2013, model tiguan my 2005-2007, model rabbit my 2005/2011-2013, model eos my 2005/2013, model cc my 2005-2008
• 10243050Apr 22, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242388Apr 22, 2013Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241349Apr 15, 2013Fuel system, Brakes. High Pressure Fuel Pump Diagnosis
• 10051639Apr 15, 2013Fuel system. Volkswagen: high pressure fuel pump diagnosis. Engine crank, no start after long periods without driving. Engine may run rough, and or mil-on with dtc p0087-low fuel pressure stored in ecm fault memory. Also included model eos year 2013, model git year 2013, model beetle covertible year 2009-2013. *js updated 7/10/13.
• 10252907Apr 12, 2013Equipment. Radio Navigation Unit Security Label
• 10238968Apr 12, 2013Electrical system, Brakes. If fault code 03200 or 16352 is present in the Electromechanical Parking Brake (EPB) module, it may be due to the switch and module not being synchronized.
• 10237731Apr 12, 2013Equipment. When replacing a radio navigation unit, inspect the security labels on both the new and replacement units for damage. If damage is found to a label on either unit, be sure to note this on the repair order along with the reason the radio is being replaced.
• 10238960Apr 8, 2013Other or unknown, Fuel system, Engine cooling. To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.
• 10238959Apr 8, 2013Other or unknown, Fuel system, Engine cooling. To clear static ECM fault P1250 ?Fuel Level Too Low?, add fuel to vehicle and complete a road test of at least 10 miles. Simply adding fuel without completing a road test may not allow fault to clear.
• 10252906Apr 5, 2013Equipment. RNS 510 ? Radio Preset Display
• 10237730Apr 5, 2013Equipment. Be aware that the 24 RNS-510 radio presets are not band dependent, and can be programmed to any mix of AM, FM, or satellite stations. The presets shown on the display will not change when switching between bands.
• 10252900Mar 29, 2013Equipment. GPS Antenna Concerns
• 10252225Mar 29, 2013Equipment. Vehicles Equipped with Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone ? Pairing of Android Phones
• 10237721Mar 29, 2013Equipment. When pairing an Android phone to the Bluetooth system, a few extra steps may be necessary. Follow the instructions below to pair the phone:
• 10253177Mar 27, 2013Other or unknown. Satellite Radio Overview
• 10239554Mar 27, 2013Equipment. Satellite Radio Overview
• 10252905Mar 22, 2013Equipment. MDI Control of Apple Devices with Lightning Connector (iPhone 5, iPad fourth generation, iPod Nano seventh generation)
• 10252227Mar 22, 2013Equipment. Replacement Radio/Navigation Unit has no Sound

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