Vehicle report

1998 VOLKSWAGEN CABRIO

Service bulletins

50 bulletins

Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.

V171901201285565

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards

V171901201285562

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

V171901201285560

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.

V941901201152119

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Update model year applicability to include 2023.

V271901201189422

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.

V171901201285534

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments)

V871806201994714

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1A

SM 33-2019

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.

TT 91 19 01

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Alternative method for radio code retrieval.

V171901-2012855

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

V271901-2011894

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

V941901-2011521

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.

TT001703

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test plan

TT 271002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.

V171701 2012855

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards

SM 44-2017 EN

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.

VHW-17-11

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide

1-2017 Update

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.

V691601 2010479

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Update model year applicability to include 2017.

V871622 2019947

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Update to model year applicability.

TT 97-12-02

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.

Airbag

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Airbag Issues.

V921502 2026253

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacement of wiper blades, the condition and cleanliness of the windshield, rear window and wiper blades, should be checked first. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.

V871506 2019947

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. This document contains information on how to diagnose, and service this issue.

Elsa 6-29-15

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

Elsa 6-22-15

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

TT 64-14-02

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage.

V941501 2011521

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document

V271503 2016076

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin: Battery, Discharged, Diagnosis for Excessive Static Current Draw

V271501 2011894

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000VAS Charger

Edition115

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VW Elsa Newsletter

271402

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger

871409

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)

V871409 2019947

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has failed and debris from the compressor or component is circulated throughout the refrigerant circuit, the refrigerant circuit must be cleaned of any and all debris or damage to the replacement components will result. Debris can be dispersed throughout the refrigerant circuit after a/c component damage. In order to maintain A/C operating efficiency, it is important to flush the refrigerant circuit after A/C component repairs.

TB171404

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00

V171404 2012855

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

941403

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

V941403 2011521

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue.

Edition86

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VW Elsa Newsletter

TT240801

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

TB001404

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials

V001404 2010380

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

941402

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

V941402 2011521

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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.

TB001403

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults

TT641402

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine running and heated rear window switched on. Switch OFF the ignition and visually locate the damage. Proceed with checking any other lines as necessary. Once the damaged line is identified, repair utilizing the Repair kit by Permatex® ITEM 09117.

941401

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

2015831

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLKSWAGEN: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES. HEAT SHIELDS ARE TO BE INSPECTED AFTER COMPLETION O ANY TYPE OF REPAIR TO THE UNDERBODY (EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSMISSION, ETC.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. *PE

9918

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES P1580 (17988) AND P0103 (16487) STORED IN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE MEMORY. *TT

9801

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT ON RADIO REMOTE CONTROL LOCKING SYSTEM. *YC

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