2011 Volkswagen Touareg Technical Service Bulletins

894 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. 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.

• 10124407May 2, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Level Sensor issues: The indicator lamp in the I.P. for washer fluid remains illuminated and the washer reservoir is full. This documet explains thelocation of the procedure to Validate that the washer reservoir is full with the proper washer solvent
• 10241261May 1, 2014Body and structure. Removing Paint Contaminants from Exterior Paint
• 10124367Apr 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
• 10124376Apr 25, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (Resetting Inspection Service and Interval Service): This document references a difference between The procedure for resetting the "Reset Inspection Service" which is different from "Reset Interval Service". It provides a graphic on where to select, and diagnose these issues
• 10069540Apr 25, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10252216Apr 24, 2014Equipment. Resetting Inspection Service and Interval Service
• 10237712Apr 23, 2014Equipment. The procedure for resetting the "Reset Inspection Service" is different from "Reset Interval Service". Both of these procedures are available in Guided Functions in Address Word 17. Right click on address word 17 > Control OBD > adaption > ?Fix: Distance covered since last mileage-dependent inspection? resent value to 0.
• 10252221Apr 18, 2014Equipment. All Navigation Radios-All Models
• 10239534Apr 18, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10238590Apr 18, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. 3.0L TDI Ad Blue® Reset Procedure
• 10238589Apr 18, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. TDI Ad Blue® Reset Procedure
• 10124375Apr 18, 2014Equipment. Tech Tips (All Navigation Radios-All Models): When the Navigation RNS 850/510/315 is in 3D mode, the top portion of the screen may not display streets. This line represents the horizon and is a normal operation of system. This document provides Examples of day and night modes:
• 10124358Apr 18, 2014Fuel system. Tech Tips (Touareg - 3.0L TDI Ad Blue Reset Procedure): this document informs how To reset the Ad Blue level light after the tank has been filled, and if that is not successful
• 10124340Apr 18, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor. If the odor is noticeable in the vehicle when the engine is not turned on, the cause may be mold and mildew in the passenger compartment, and not be related to the A/C system. All other possible sources of the odor must be investigated before this document can be performed. This document…
• 10069130Apr 18, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10252916Apr 11, 2014Equipment. Coding Information for Replacing ?AC? Suffix Radios with ?AF? Suffix Replacement Unit
• 10237740Apr 11, 2014Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera). When replacing the radio on a 2010 ? 2011 vehicle equipped with a Premium 8 (RCD 510) radio with part number ending in the suffix ?AC? (1K0 035 180 AC), if the replacement part has a suffix ?AF?, make sure that online coding is performed. DO NOT PERFORM ANY SOFTWARE UPDATE OF THE ?AF? RADIO USING AN SD CARD OR ANY OTHER MEANS. No software updates are available for ?AF? suffix radios. Any attempt to update the…
• 10124373Apr 11, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (Vehicles equipped with Premium (RCD 510) Radios ? Coding Information for Replacing ?AC? Suffix Radios with ?AF? Suffix Replacement Unit): When replacing the radio on a 2010 ? 2011 vehicle equipped with a Premium 8 (RCD 510) radio with part number ending in the suffix ?AC? (1K0 035 180 AC), if the replacement part has a suffix ?AF?, make sure that online coding is performed. DO NOT PERFORM ANY SOFTWARE…
• 10241266Apr 10, 2014Equipment. Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials
• 10124348Apr 10, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions.
• 10124374Apr 4, 2014Electrical system. Tech Tips (MDI Functions with iPhone 5 Variants (5, 5c, 5s and iPad fourth generation, iPod Nano seventh generation)): The Apple iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, and iPhone 5s, as well as the iPad 4th generation and iPod Nano 7th generation use a proprietary ?Lightning? connector that is different than the 30-pin dock connector found on previous iPhone and iPad/iPod models. A new MDI cable (?MDI Adapter Cable ?
• 10239270Apr 1, 2014Equipment. Volkswagen Warranty Policies and Procedures ? April 2014
• 10239533Mar 27, 2014Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). HVAC, Unpleasant Odor
• 10124289Mar 27, 2014Equipment. Technical Bulletin (HVAC, Unpleasant Odor): Unpleasant odor is coming from Heating and Ventilation system. Odor mainly occurs after vehicle has been sitting (unused) at least 5 hours and within 20 to 60 seconds after vehicle is first started. Condensation is a normal characteristic in all A/C systems. If odor is noticeable continue to follow this document. Contaminants are effectively neutralized using the…
• 10241311Mar 26, 2014Engine cooling. Gasoline Quality
• 10124302Mar 26, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin The use of contaminated gasoline, seasonal fuel changes (summer/winter fuel) or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more of the following conditions: -Excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. -Engine runs rough after cold start. -Excessive engine cranking time. -Stumbles while driving…
• 10124291Mar 26, 2014Electrical system, Body and structure. Technical Bulletin (Sunroof / Sunshade, Will Not Open): The panoramic sunroof, regular sunroof or sunshade cannot be opened. 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 available.
• 10241342Mar 25, 2014Electrical system, Engine cooling. Electric Coolant Fans Continue to Run after Ignition is OFF
• 10241329Mar 21, 2014Engine. Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage
• 10124299Mar 21, 2014Engine. Technical Bulletin (Proper Removal of Engine Cover to Avoid Breakage): Pulling on the engine cover in some areas can cause damage. This document informs on the procedure to remove the engine cover.
• 10239818Mar 20, 2014Electrical system. MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191 Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
• 10124295Mar 20, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running due to Fuel Rail issues): When diagnosing the condition above on a common rail diesel vehicle, if no root cause is found after checking all other components and all GFF diagnostic procedures have been performed, it may be necessary to check for metallic particles in the High Pressure Fuel Pump using the service section of this document.
• 10241310Mar 18, 2014Electrical system, Other or unknown. Software Version Management
• 10124303Mar 18, 2014Electrical system. Technical Bulletin This Technical Bulletin details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any Technical Bulletin (TSB) / Required Vehicle Update (RVU).
• 10253214Mar 8, 2014Other or unknown, Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10252931Mar 7, 2014Exterior lighting. fog Lamp Operation
• 10239817Mar 7, 2014Electrical system. MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191 Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
• 10237755Mar 7, 2014Exterior lighting, Electrical system. When the headlamps are switched ?ON? and fog lamps are switched to the ?OFF? position, the fog lamps act as cornering lamps. Explain this to the customer should a concern arise. Both of the fog lamps will illuminate as designed when the fog lamp is switched to the ?ON? position with the headlamps ?ON?.
• 10124310Mar 7, 2014Suspension. Tech Tips (Vibration or Steering Wheel Shimmy at Highway Speeds): The suspension characteristics of the Touareg make it more susceptible to variations in the rim and/or tire. For this reason a diagnostic balancer is necessary to balance, force match and/or select tire placement so that the vibration may be improved. This document informs of how to diagnose, and service potential issues in alignment
• 10124308Mar 7, 2014Exterior lighting. Tech Tips (Fog Lamp): When the headlamps are switched ?ON? and fog lamps are switched to the ?OFF? position, the fog lamps act as cornering lamps. Explain this to the customer should a concern arise. Both of the fog lamps will illuminate as designed when the fog lamp is switched to the ?ON? position with the headlamps ?ON?.
• 10124296Mar 7, 2014Engine cooling. Technical Bulletin (No Start, or Rough Running issues): When diagnosing a MIL ON, no-start or rough running concern on a common rail diesel vehicle, and no root cause is found after following all GFF diagnostic procedures, it may be necessary to check for metallic particles in the High Pressure Fuel Pump. If such an inspection is necessary, the guidelines in this document must be observed when removing the N290…
• 10069571Mar 7, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10069141Mar 7, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10239591Mar 6, 2014Exterior lighting. Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation
• 10124287Mar 6, 2014Exterior lighting. Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other climatic changes. This document discusses necessary to diagnosis, and potential remedy of the issue.
• 10243008Mar 3, 2014Engine cooling, Electrical system. VW Elsa Newsletter
• 10241264Feb 25, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults
• 10252937Feb 14, 2014Electrical system. Vehicles equipped with Immobilizer 4 (Download) ? Adapting Keys after Vehicle Lock Set Replacement
• 10237761Feb 14, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. When replacing the complete vehicle lock set (all vehicle keys and lock cylinders) for any reason, be aware that the ?Adapt keys? test plan will not allow the new keys to adapt to the vehicle. Instead, perform the test plan for ?New identity?. During this test plan, make the appropriate selection to indicate only the lock set has been replaced, as shown below in figures 1 and 2.
• 10239816Feb 12, 2014Engine cooling. MIL ON in Sub-Freezing Conditions (DTC P0087), Engine Cranks but does not Start

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