Vehicle report

1998 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT

Service bulletins

98 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.

V871806201994714

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

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

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.

TT 10 12 01

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Engine replacement tip

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.

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.

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.

V551613_2039446

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TO UPDATE MODEL TABLE TO CLARIFY JETTA WAGON APPLICABILITY TO TB CONTENT.

V551608-2038999

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

To update claim process statement.

V551612-2039446

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Corrosion may be found on the folded edge of the hood. Supersedes TB V551603

V531602-2040536

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

To update claim processing statement.

TB551603

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Corrosion on hood edge.

V551603 2039446

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Document discusses Corrosion that may be found on the folded edge of the hood. The corrosion may be found on this edge anywhere around the hood. It discusses how to service it, and document that service. It discusses where to find what applies to warranties that offer coverage for the service

TB531601

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Rear quarter panel corrosion.

V531601 2040536

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

The document refers to Corrosion being found where the rear bumper cover meets the quarter panel. It discusses how it can happen, and where to find warranty coverage to service the parts

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.

V641502 2039887

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move. This document contains the fault codes, and procedure to service these issues

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

V641501 2039887

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative issue diagnosis): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the glass does not move

V271501 2011894

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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

Edition117

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VW Elsa Newsletter

2038999

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

TB551410

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Corrosion where handle contacts rear lid (Figure 1).

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.

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.

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.

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

TT450654

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables below. Note that the first table is only applicable to 2.8L V6 equipped vehicles WITHOUT a CAN-Bus. All 1.8L Turbo vehicles and those 2.8L V6 vehicles that are equipped with a CAN-Bus should use the second table.

TT 45-06-54

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Tech Tips (Bosch 5.3 ABS Control Module ? ABS Coding Tables): This document informs To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables in this document.

TT-45-06-54

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLKSWAGEN: UPDATE TO INFORMATION. PROVIDING CORRECT CODING VALUES FOR ABS CONTROL MODULES ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WITHOUT CAN-BUS. MODELS 1998-2002 PASSAT. *PE

TT45-06-54

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

TT 90-12-06

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.

941401

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation

TB-07-09-06

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLKSWAGEN: ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW, LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE FLUSH. THE LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE CONDITION MAY BE CAUSED BY A RESTRICTION OF THE OIL PUMP SUCTION LINE STRAINER. *PE

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

2013233

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW, LIGHT IS ON, ENGINE FLUSH. *KB

010702

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DTC'S P1297 (17705) OR P1557 (17965) STORED IN DTC MEMORY. THIS MAY BE CAUSED BY INTAKE HOSES LEAKING (DURING BOOST CONDITIONS) DUE TO INCORRECT TORQUE ON CLAMPS OR IMPROPER PLACEMENT, WORN OR TORN INTAKE HOSES. *KB

0401

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS, OIL CAPACITY, OIL FILTER. *TT

0517

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) CONTROL MODULE WARRANTY REPAIR PROCESS. *TT

VM

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CHECK/REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. *TC THIS SUPERCEDES THE VM SERVICE ACTION DATED NOVEMBER 2004. *TT

0403

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VALVE COVER, DIAGNOSING OIL LEAKAGE FROM GASKETS. *TT

0402

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT IS ON. *TT

0421

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

OIL SLUDGE - WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR 1998-2004 MODEL YEAR VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WITH 1.8L TURBO ENGINE US AND CANADIAN DEALERS. SERVICE CIRCULAR. *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

0103

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER MALFUNCTION. *SLC

910102

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A CONDITION MAY EXIST WHERE THE RADIO DOES NOT REGAIN VOLUME CONTROL AND / OR THE SINGLE CD PLAYER LED BLINKS WHEN INTERIOR LIGHTS ARE AT THE LOWEST SETTING. *TT

15

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE INFORMATION BINDER CONTAINING ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATIONS EDITION 09.97. *TT

900101

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING MALFUNCTIONING INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. *TT

0101

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING LATCH SYSTEM LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN, INSTALLING / RETROFITTING. *TT

400101

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

A CONDITION MAY EXIST WITH NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION. *TT

14

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION IN THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN SUPLLEMENTS AND UPDATES PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED WIRING DIAGRAM, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATION INFORMATION. *TTT

V0002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS NEW AND REVISED WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION. *TT

9907

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARING ENGINE MISFIRE. *TT

9901

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLE'S EXHIBITING FAILURE OF THE TURBOCHARGER DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION ON PASSAT WITH 1.8L 5V TURBO VEHICLES FROM 1998-1999 UP TO VIN #XE000100. *MS

9801

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

PROCEDURES ON REMOVING THE FRONT SEATS WITH SIDE AIRBAG. *YC

8

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NEW INFORMATION IN THIS TECHNICAL BULLETIN SUPPLEMENTS AND UPDATES PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED WIRING DIAGRAM, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATION INFORMATION. *YC

9812

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT ON COMFORT SYSTEM ECM, UNNECESSARY REPLACEMENT. *YC

9802

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING THE OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE SENSOR AND AMBIENT TEMPERATURE SWITCH. *TT

9810

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT PERTAINING TO INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, ODOMETER ADAPTATION. *YC

9803

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT ON RADIO CODE RETRIEVAL PROCEDURES. *YC

4

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NEW INFORMATION IN THIS TECHNICAL BULLETING SUPPLEMENTS AND UPDATES PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED WIRING DIAGRAM, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPONENT LOCATION INFORMATION. *YC

30 9703

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLE WILL NOT START UNLESS CLUTCH PEDAL IS DEPRESSED EXTREMELY HARD. *AK

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