2013 Volkswagen Tiguan Technical Service Bulletins

1,062 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 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.

• 10252208Sep 19, 2014Brakes. AC Compressor Replacement, Refrigerant Circuit Flushing Requirement
• 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.
• 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.
• 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…
• 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
• 10120329Sep 2, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin (Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard): This document informs of a sample list of products generally available in the North American market that meet the Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard
• 10238565Aug 29, 2014Engine. When diagnosis on the above engine leads to the testing of the N75, please refer to the picture below. The diagram shows which vacuum ports on the N75 valve should hold vacuum and which ones should not.
• 10124481Aug 29, 2014Engine cooling. Tech Tips 92006-2014 Vehicles with 2.0T Gasoline Engine - N75 Solenoid Valve Diagnosis): When diagnosis on the above engine leads to the testing of the N75, please refer this document with graphical aid. The diagram shows which vacuum ports on the N75 valve should hold vacuum and which ones should not. Turbocharger fault codes P0299 and P0234 can be diagnosed using this test.
• 10120284Aug 29, 2014Electrical system. Quick Reference Update Guide: This document informs of the corresponding software/hardware and disc availability to the customer concerns about a vehicle
• 10241339Aug 22, 2014Engine cooling, Engine. Oil Consumption Measurement
• 10124480Aug 22, 2014Steering. Tech Tips (Electro - Steering issues): If, after replacement of the steering rack, fault code 01309 008 is set in the ABS/ESP module only, follow the test plan in GFF for Driver Steering Recommendation (DSR) or channel 3 activation. If the test plan fails to clear the fault, follow the directions in this document
• 10124479Aug 22, 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 the test plan through GFF or through Vehicle Self Diagnosis in adaptation channel 99. Failure to deactivate factory mode will create a concern where the door locks will not…
• 10124471Aug 22, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin (Oil Consumption Measurement): Customer states oil consumption is higher than the Volkswagen oil consumption standard of up to 0.5 quarts per 600 miles, or 0.5 liters per 1000 km. In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal combustion engines consume a certain amount of engine oil. Oil consumption varies from engine to engine and may change…
• 10231111Aug 18, 2014Electrical system. 90-11-07 Instrument Cluster Illumination
• 10252212Jul 30, 2014Electrical system. Instrument Cluster Illumination
• 10120212Jul 30, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (Instrument Cluster Illumination): The instrument cluster illumination is controlled by a photocell inside the cluster. If an illumination concern is suspected, this document informs of the procedure necessary to service this issue
• 10243033Jul 28, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242371Jul 28, 2014Equipment, Engine, Brakes. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10239842Jul 28, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Slave Cylinder - Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis
• 10120233Jul 28, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Technical Bulletin (Slave Cylinder - Clutch Pedal Operation Diagnosis): Customer may comment: ? Complaints on clutch system. ? After pressing the clutch pedal, it remains on the floor. Due to mis-diagnosis of clutch systems, and to prevent incorrect parts replacement, diagnostic procedure implemented into guided fault finding (GFF). This document is for identifying the issue for diagnosis.
• 10238619Jul 18, 2014Wheels, Suspension. This can be the due to the Encoder Ring being ground down on the wheel bearing hub unit, resulting in a damaged part.
• 10120208Jul 18, 2014Brakes. Tech Tips (ABS/TPMS light is on due to wheel speed sensor fault as a result of the Front Wheel Bearing / Wheel Speed Sensor swapping issue): This document informs of the Damage caused from swapping the speed sensors left to right (or vice versa) during diagnosis.
• 10120232Jul 16, 2014Suspension. Technical Bulletin (Clicking or Popping Noise from the Front Suspension after a Change in Direction): When accelerating after a change of direction (forward or reverse) a one-time clicking or popping noise occurs in the front left or front right of the vehicle. The concern is due to the relative movement of the outward drive axle spline in the wheel bearing. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to…
• 10069681Jul 16, 2014Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10243031Jul 14, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10242369Jul 14, 2014Engine cooling, Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10120205Jul 11, 2014Fuel system. Tech Tips (Fuel line connections): 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.
• 10250695Jul 10, 2014Fuel system. Carefree Maintenance Coverage for Interim Oil Changes for Certain 2009 ? 2015 MY Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Engine Vehicles Registered in the State of Minnesota Only (US Dealers
• 10239233Jul 10, 2014Fuel system. Because Volkswagen supports the development and use of renewable fuels (such as biodiesel fuel blends), customers with certain 2009-2015 MY Volkswagen TDI® Clean Diesel Engine vehicles registered in the State of Minnesota only will receive a communication in July 2014 regarding the use of biodiesel fuel blends in their vehicles.
• 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…
• 10120207Jul 4, 2014Transmission and drivetrain. Tech Tips (Torque Converter/Flywheel/Flexplate installation): 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. This document also contains advice on the installation of these devices
• 10238026Jul 3, 2014Brakes. Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration (U.S. Only)
• 10238025Jul 3, 2014Brakes. Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking or surface rust built up during transportation.
• 10120231Jul 3, 2014Brakes, Suspension. Technical Bulletin (Vibration or Noise When Braking): Vibration or noise when braking may be due to brake disc corrosion protection which has not been completely removed by normal braking or surface rust built up during transportation. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking warranty coverage for servicing the vehicle are also…
• 10120230Jul 3, 2014Suspension. Technical Bulletin (Brake Disc Pulsation or Vibration): When applying brakes at highway speeds the following symptoms may occur: ? Brake pedal pulsation ? Vibration felt in vehicle body ? Steering wheel shakes For brake vibration or pulsation concerns, brake disc machining is allowed between 6 and 12 months or 6,000 and 12,000 miles (whichever comes first) from the warranty in service date. This document discusses…
• 10241268Jul 2, 2014Equipment. PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing
• 10120213Jul 2, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (PDI - Vehicle Inspection, Protection Removal and Detailing): This document informs on the service a vehicle shouold received when it has successfully reached a dealership. ? Inspecting vehicle for damage (to be completed within 48 hours of delivery to Dealership) ? Shipping damage ? Detailers responsibilities (to be completed prior to delivery to Customer) ? Full Body Covers (FBC), removal and…
• 10120163Jun 24, 2014Engine cooling, Suspension. Technical Bulletin (Clicking or Popping Noise from the Front Suspension after a Change in Direction): When accelerating after a change of direction (forward or reverse) a one-time clicking or popping noise occurs in the front left or front right of the vehicle. The concern is due to the relative movement of the outward drive axle spline in the wheel bearing. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to…
• 10069680Jun 24, 2014Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10242344Jun 23, 2014Equipment. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10072444Jun 23, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10239537Jun 19, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Air Conditioning Blows Warm, Compressor-Condenser Refrigerant Hose
• 10239536Jun 19, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Air Conditioning Blows Warm, Compressor-Condenser Refrigerant Line
• 10120166Jun 19, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning Blows Warm, Compressor-Condenser Refrigerant Hose): The air conditioning refrigerant hose may come in contact with compressor pulley due to engine vibration. This document gives examples of the new production solution parts to solve this issue. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue. The fault codes for checking…
• 10120165Jun 19, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning Blows Warm, Compressor-Condenser Refrigerant Line): The air conditioning refrigerant line may come in contact with compressor pulley due to engine vibration. The production soluion for this issue was a New refrigerant pipe, upper coolant hose and double clip. This document informs on how to install the new parts. This document discusses the "Fault Codes" necessary to diagnosis…
• 10070411Jun 19, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10070410Jun 19, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10239535Jun 18, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Air Conditioning Blows Warm, Compressor-Condenser Refrigerant Line

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