V171901201285565
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards
Vehicle report
1997 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Service bulletins
49 bulletinsTechnical 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.
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.
V941901201152115
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.
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
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.
TT 10 12 01
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine replacement tip
TT 271002
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.
TT 200901
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.
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This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.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.
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.
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
TT230628
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
For long crank/ difficulty starting with the engine hot: Before replacing any components for this complaint, drain the fuel from the vehicle and replace with known good diesel fuel from a reputable source. If the complaint still exists, check fuel pressure and injector timing.
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
561 065 760 A as
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Assembly Instructions: Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat.
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.
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.
PDI - PASSAT TEC
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Passat 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
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
0328
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
IGNITION SWITCH LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION 1996-1997 VEHICLES. *TT
101703
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
IGNITION SWITCH SPECIAL WARRANTY EXTENSION QUESTION AND ANSWER SHEET TO VOLKSWAGEN OWNERS. *TT
092603
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ZF VH RECALL OF THE ZF STEERING PUMP, SUPPLIED TO WD'S FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE AUDI A4 PASSAT P/N 8D0 145 156FX INSTEAD OF THE CORRECT ZF P/N 7691 955 276ZW. 2004 AUDI A4 ALSO INCLUDED. *TT
0101
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT REGARDING LATCH SYSTEM LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN, INSTALLING / RETROFITTING. *TT
9806
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT ON AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID ( ATF ), CHECKING 01 TRANSMISSION. *YC
9804
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
SUBJECT ON MAINTENANCE INTERVALS. *YC
15 9701
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TOOTHED BELT RUNS TOWARDS OUTSIDE, WEARS OUT/ JUMPS OFF, AND CRACKS. *AK
34 9703
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TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF GEAR/SHIFTER FEELS LIKE IT HAS A DOUBLE DETENT WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR, AND WILL NOT MAINTAIN SHIFT ADJUSTMENT. *AK
9704109702F
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DIFFICULTIES WITH SHIFT LEVER AND TRANSMISSION IS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE GEAR. *YC
9703249711H
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DUE TO A PRINTING ERROR, SOME COPIES OF PASSAT WIRING DIAGRAM NO. 38 MAY BE MISSING WIRING DIAGRAM PAGE 38/5. *YC
9703129702F
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VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH NEW AIRBAG WARNING LABELS. *YC
970213970198
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CONDITION WITH VEHICLES SHIFTER LEVER VIBRATING/KNOCKING IN 1ST, 2ND, 3RD OR 4TH GEARS. *YC
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Complaint counts are reports filed with NHTSA, not failure rates. A common model collects more of them than a rare one that breaks more often.