Volkswagen Passat Service Bulletins (2013)
1,595 manufacturer communications on file.
- October 8, 2012•Document ID: 10156088Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE LIGHTING; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- V941202 2031039
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTechnical Bulletin (Daytime Running Lamp Bulb Inoperative): Under certain conditions (speed, force, temperature, time) the Day Time Running Light (DRL) bulb can be subjected to premature failure. Excessive shock is generated from closing the hood caused by allowing it to drop from too great of a distance, which could result in premature failure of the DRL bulb filament. This document informs how to diagnose, and service this issue.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 8, 2012•Document ID: 10156066Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- V911222 2022739
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTechnical Bulletin (Bluetooth System Identification): This document informs of the method to understand how to identify the various Bluetooth systems by: ? Visual Identification ? PR Code ? Part Number
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT 91-12-14
- Date Added:
- June 22, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10073858Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT 57-12-13
- Date Added:
- June 22, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10072002Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SB-2031133
- Date Added:
- June 17, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10069373Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT-92-12-01
- Date Added:
- June 9, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10237744Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT921201a
- Date Added:
- June 13, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryBe aware that 2012-2013 Passat vehicles are not equipped with the rain sensing windshield wiper function. This function may also be referred to as auto wipers or automatic wipers. The G397 Rain/light recognition sensor may be installed on some vehicles, but this sensor is used only for auto headlamp function.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10157631Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT 91-12-14
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTech Tips (Radio Inoperative After UPDATE 91J7 SD Card Software Update): If radio is inoperative after performing UPDATE 91J7, start by checking the current software level of the radio. Software level may have changed during update, so software level must be checked again after update has failed. If radio cannot be reached in Vehicle self-diagnosis, software level can be checked by running GFF and printing or saving diagnostic log. Software level location on GFF log is highlighted in this document.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10157626Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Update Bulletin
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryUPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 91J7 RCD 510 (Premium 8) Radio Software): This update has been proactively released to address the following: 1. Bluetooth audio runs in mono mode 2. Bluetooth audio level too high/distorted Bugs contained in Level 07 software for certain Premium 08 radios may cause Bluetooth audio quality complaints. The production solution to this issue was the Introduction of Level 08 software to prevent certain Bluetooth audio quality complaints CW 42/12. This document informs how to install the upgraded software.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10157587Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT 57-12-13
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTech Tips (Releasing the Rear Seat Backrest from Inside the Vehicle): If you are unable to open the trunk for any reason, the rear seat backrest can be released from inside the vehicle to access the emergency trunk release. This document informs of the procedure to access the emergency trunk release.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10156056Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Update Bulletin
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryUPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 91J7 RCD 510 (Premium 8) Radio Software): This update has been proactively released to address the following: 1. Bluetooth audio runs in mono mode 2. Bluetooth audio level too high/distorted Bugs contained in Level 07 software for certain Premium 08 radios may cause Bluetooth audio quality complaints. The production solution to this issue was the Introduction of Level 08 software to prevent certain Bluetooth audio quality complaints CW 42/12. This document informs how to install the upgraded software.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10156037Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT 91-12-14
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTech Tips (Radio Inoperative After UPDATE 91J7 SD Card Software Update): If radio is inoperative after performing UPDATE 91J7, start by checking the current software level of the radio. Software level may have changed during update, so software level must be checked again after update has failed. If radio cannot be reached in Vehicle self-diagnosis, software level can be checked by running GFF and printing or saving diagnostic log. Software level location on GFF log is highlighted in this document.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10156006Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSEATS; STRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT 57-12-13
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTech Tips (Releasing the Rear Seat Backrest from Inside the Vehicle): If you are unable to open the trunk for any reason, the rear seat backrest can be released from inside the vehicle to access the emergency trunk release. This document informs of the procedure to access the emergency trunk release.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - October 5, 2012•Document ID: 10124350Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TT 92-12-01
- Date Added:
- December 5, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTech Tips (Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers): This document informs that 2012-2014 Passat vehicles are not equipped with the rain sensing windshield wiper function. The G397 Rain/light recognition sensor is present on all 2012-2014 Passat vehicles but this sensor is used only for auto headlamp function. The 2012-2014 Passat vehicles are not equipped with the rain sensing windshield wiper function. The G397 Rain/light recognition sensor is present on all 2012-2014 Passat vehicles but this sensor is used only for auto headlamp function.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - October 2, 2012•Document ID: 10073975Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 2030455
- Date Added:
- June 22, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 2, 2012•Document ID: 10072001Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SB-2031133
- Date Added:
- June 17, 2016
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummarySUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 2, 2012•Document ID: 10157642Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- V011229 2030455
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTechnical Bulletin (Update Programming MIL ON DTCs P0606, P1388 and or P2201 Stored in ECM Fault Memory): MIL ON with NOx Sensor fault P2201 and/or Engine Control Module faults P1388, P0606 are stored in fault memory. Due to NOx sensor diagnostic strategy and ECM monitoring to being too sensitive. The production solution to this issue was Improved ECM software with revised diagnostic and monitoring strategies being implemented into production. 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.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 2, 2012•Document ID: 10157625Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Update Bulletin
- Date Added:
- April 8, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryUPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 91J7 RCD 510 (Premium 8) Radio Software): This update has been proactively released to address the following: 1. Bluetooth audio runs in mono mode 2. Bluetooth audio level too high/distorted Bugs contained in Level 07 software for certain Premium 08 radios may cause Bluetooth audio quality complaints. The production solution to this issue was an introduction of Level 08 software to prevent certain Bluetooth audio quality complaints CW 42/12.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - October 2, 2012•Document ID: 10156045Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- V011229 2030455
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryTechnical Bulletin (Update Programming MIL ON DTCs P0606, P1388 and or P2201 Stored in ECM Fault Memory): MIL ON with NOx Sensor fault P2201 and/or Engine Control Module faults P1388, P0606 are stored in fault memory. Due to NOx sensor diagnostic strategy and ECM monitoring to being too sensitive. The production solution to this issue was Improved ECM software with revised diagnostic and monitoring strategies being implemented into production. 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.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 2, 2012•Document ID: 10156042Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Update Bulletin
- Date Added:
- April 1, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- VOLKSWAGEN
SummaryUPDATE Technical Bulletin (UPDATE ? 91J7 RCD 510 (Premium 8) Radio Software): This update has been proactively released to address the following: 1. Bluetooth audio runs in mono mode 2. Bluetooth audio level too high/distorted Bugs contained in Level 07 software for certain Premium 08 radios may cause Bluetooth audio quality complaints. The production solution to this issue was an introduction of Level 08 software to prevent certain Bluetooth audio quality complaints CW 42/12.
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