Technical Bulletin
Model(s)

Year

Eng. Code

Trans. Code

VIN Range From

VIN Range To

Beetle, Beetle
Convertible

2014

All

All

All

All

Condition
90 14 01 July 17, 2014 2037607
Erratic Oil Temperature Gauge
The oil temperature gauge in the auxiliary instrument cluster (“additional instruments”) and/or the oil temperature
display in the instrument cluster MFI operate erratically

Technical Background
The signal from the oil temperature sensor, which is directly connected to the instrument cluster, is not properly
interpreted by the instrument cluster due to a difference in the timing processing of the signal.

Production Solution
Improved software introduced into production for model year 2015.

Service
Update-Programming Procedure:

Tip:
To Update-Programming using SVM, review and follow instructions in Technical Bulletin Instance 2014603
“Software Version Management”.
The SVM Process must be completed in its entirety so the database receives the update confirmation response. A
warranty claim may not be reimbursed if there is no confirmation response to support the claim.

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Note:
Prior to launching the VAS-PC and ODIS service diagnostic applications and starting control module update
process, confirm tester screen saver and power settings in accordance with Special Tools and Equipment Service Information Circular # VVT-12-02. Failure to do so may result in the tester entering power save mode
during data transfer, and subsequent control module failure.
When using a VAS 6150/5051B or VAS 5052A tester in conjunction with a VAS 5054A wireless transmitter head
for a flash procedure, please connect a USB cable between the transmitter head and the tester. Failure to do so
may lead to errors during the flash procedure.
VAS tools must only be used with their power adapters plugged in. Under no circumstances should they be used
on battery power alone during the programming procedure.
Critical Warning: : The Midtronics Battery Charger must be connected to the vehicle battery for the duration of
the programming, to ensure the battery state of charge remains above 12.5 volts during the update process. If the
battery drops below 12.5 volts, the programming could fail which may result in damage to the control module.
Control modules damaged by inadequate voltage will not be covered under the warranty policy. The technician
should verify the vehicle voltage prior to starting the update process, and should monitor the voltage for the
duration of the update.
• Update the Instrument Cluster using the SVM Unit code as listed in the table below:

Part Number

Old Software

New Software

SVM Unit Code

5C5920870H

0204

0206

3AAE

5C5920970Q

0204

0206

3AAE

5C5920970P

0204

0206

3AAE

5C5920860H

0204

0205

3AAE

5C5920950Q

0204

0205

3AAE

5C5920950P

0204

0205

3AAE

The procedure can be found in GFF under the Special Functions tab, Adapting software.

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Warranty
To determine if this procedure is covered under Warranty, always refer to the Warranty Policies and
1)
Procedures Manual
Model(s)

Year(s)

Eng. Code(s)

Trans. Code(s)

VIN Range From

VIN Range To

Beetle, Beetle
Convertible

2014

All

All

All

All

SAGA Coding
Claim Type:

Use applicable Claim Type
Damage

Service Number:

HST

Damage Location
(Depends on Service No.)

--

Use applicable when
indicated in ElsaWeb
(L/R)

Code

9025

0039

Parts Manufacturer

1)

Beetle, Beetle Convertible

3ME

2)

3)

27068950 = 10 TU

Labor Operation : Update Instrument cluster
software using SVM

3)

Programming included in GFF time expenditure

Causal Part:

01500000

Labor Operation : Charge Battery

Diagnostic Time
GFF Time expenditure

01500000 = 30 TU max.

Road Test

01210002 = 00 TU

4)

YES
NO

01210004 = 00 TU
Technical Diagnosis

01320000 = 00 TU max.

NO

Claim Comment: Input “As per Technical Bulletin 2037607” in comment section of Warranty Claim.
1)

Vehicle may be outside any Warranty in which case this Technical Bulletin is informational only
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2)

Code per warranty vendor code policy.

3)

Labor Time Units (TUs) are subject to change with ELSA updates.

4)

Documentation required per Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual.

Required Parts and Tools
No Special Parts required.

Tool Description

Tool No:

Midtronics Battery Tester/Charger

InCharge 940 (INC-940)

VAS Diagnostic Tool

VAS 5051B, VAS 5052A, VAS 6150/X & VAS 6160/X with:
ODIS Service 2.0.0 or higher with current online updates

Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal.
Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.

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