NHTSA ID Number: 10123055
Manufacturer Communication Number: Elsa Newsletter
TSB/Document Date: 2017-11-08
Summary
This document contains the VW
Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of ElsaPro compatibility with Internet Explorer 11, wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions.
A PDF of this newsletter and previous ones can be found by logging in to ServiceNet and clicking on the Elsa Newsletter
section in the Technician References menu.
Edition 151: August 31, 2015
Content
ElsaPro Compatibility
with Internet Explorer
11
Wiring Diagrams
Updates
Technical Bulletins
Pending Service
Solutions
Tech Tips
Campaigns
Updates
Suggestions
ElsaPro Compatibility with Internet Explorer 11
This is a reminder that ElsaPro is best used with Internet Explorer 11. Please upgrade to IE 11
when using ElsaPro if you have not already done so.
Wiring Diagrams Updates
i-Wire's navigation functionality with its slick design
interface, allows for intuitive search capability.
To access i-Wire, login to VWHub.com.
Technical Bulletins
21 15 07 - 2036110 Supersedes Technical Bulletin V211505 dated June 15,
2015 to update turbocharger part number.
Engine Lacks Performance, Shaft of Turbine Fan of Turbo Charger Broken or
Seized
Model(s)
Year
Eng. Code Trans. Code
Passat
2012–2014
2.0L TDI
(CKRA)
All
VIN Range
From
VIN Range To
All
All
Check Engine Light ON, Reduced Performance or Noise from Turbocharger. DTC
P0299 may be stored in ECM.
DTC
Description
P0299 Turbo/Super Charger Underboost
Production Solution: Implemented into production.
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23 15 05 - 2041063 Supersedes Technical Bulletin V231503 dated June 24,
2015 to update procedure text and part table numbers.
MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191
Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
Model(s)
Year
Eng. Code
Trans.
Code
Golf, Jetta, Jetta
SportWagen
2009–
2012
2.0L TDI
(CBEA,
CJAA)
All
VIN Range VIN Range
From
To
All
All
MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with one or more of the following DTCs
Stored in ECM Fault Memory:
DTC
Description
P0087
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low
P0088
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
P0191 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
Production Solution: No production change required.
23 15 06 - 2041057 Supersedes Technical Bulletin V231502 dated June 24,
2015 to update procedure text and part table numbers.
MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with DTCs P0087, P0088 or P0191
Stored in ECM Fault Memory (TDI ONLY)
Model(s)
Year
Touareg
2009–2012
3.0L TDI
CATA
Passat
2012
2.0L TDI
CKRA
VIN Range
From
VIN Range To
All
All
All
All
All
All
Eng. Code Trans. Code
MIL ON, No Start, or Rough Running with one or more of the following DTCs
Stored in ECM Fault Memory:
DTC
Description
P0087
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too Low
P0088
Fuel Rail/System Pressure - Too High
P0191 Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor "A" Circuit Range/Performance
Production Solution: No production change required.
93 15 03 - 2035217 Supersedes Technical Bulletin V931401 dated August 5,
2014 to include 2016 model year vehicle applicability.
High-voltage repairs on Hybrid
and Electric vehicles
Model(s)
Year
Eng. Code
Trans.
Code
VIN Range
From
VIN Range
To
All Hybrid
, eGolf
2011–
2016
3.0L (CGFA)
1.4L (CNLA)
e-Golf
(EAGA)
All
All
All
Before attempting any repairs that involve high-voltage components in Hybrid
and
Electric vehicles, a VTA ticket must be opened with VW
Technicians Helpline.
Production Solution: Not applicable.
Pending Service Solutions
No new Pending Service Solutions this week.
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Tech Tips
17-12-03 Check Engine Light On, Fault P164B or P164D Stored - Date:
November 30, 2012
August 28, 2015: UPDATE to Model Year applicability.
Model(s)
Year
Eng. Code
Trans. Code
Jetta Sedan
2011–2015
2.5L CBTA or CBUA
All
Beetle, Passat
2012–2014
2.5L CBTA or CBUA
All
When diagnosing ECM faults for oil pressure switch, pay careful attention to the
fault number displayed. Fault P164B “Oil Pressure Switch Malfunction”, indicates a
concern with the F1 High pressure oil switch, which has a blue housing. Fault
P164D “Reduced Oil Pressure Switch Malfunction” indicates a concern with the
F378 Reduced oil pressure switch, which has a brown housing.
57-10-04 No Communication with the J519 Vehicle Electrical System Control
Module/Body Control Module - Date: March 12, 2010
August 28, 2015 Update to Model Year applicability.
Model(s)
Year
Eng. Code
Trans. Code
Eos, Golf, GTI, Jetta
2010–2013
All
All
Passat
2012–2015
All
All
CC
2011–2013
All
All
If no communication can be established to the Vehicle electrical system control
module J519 (address word 09) in Guided Fault Finding or Vehicle Self Diagnosis,
it may be necessary to cycle door locks. It is recommended to cycle both the remote
locks and the driver’s door lock switch when attempting to communicate to the
module with the scan tool. Ensure all vehicle doors are unlocked before
communication is retried.
Campaigns
No new campaigns this week.
Updates
No new updates this week.
Suggestions
Please send comments or suggestions to: vwoa.workshopinformation@vw
.com
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