UPDATE Technical Bulletin
October 14, 2014
UPDATE – 55i3 Fuel Door (NVLW)
NOTE:
 Perform this UPDATE on all applicable vehicles within NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY.
 It is MANDATORY to perform UPDATES on all applicable vehicles in dealer inventory PRIOR TO
RETAIL SALE.
 Inform customers that this UPDATE will be available free of charge as long as their vehicle is within
the Warranty parameters outlined in this UPDATE.
NOTE:
Required DMS Wording//Text: (line item, customer concern description on repair order):
UPDATE 55i3 - Fuel Door (NVLW)

Model(s)

Year

Engine Code

Trans. Code

Beetle, Beetle Convertible

2015

All

All

REVISION HISTORY
Revision

Date

Purpose

1

October 14, 2013

Original publication

Condition
This update has been proactively released to prevent the fuel door from sticking or difficult to open.
This UPDATE is in effect until removed.
Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:


Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 55i3 code in Elsa, Campaign/Action Information
screen on the day of repair.



If the vehicle is sold it must be within the NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY.



Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this UPDATE.



Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.

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Technical Background
Fuel door binding or sticking due to excess material inside of the fuel door housing.

Production Solution
Implemented CW36/14.

Service
NOTE:
 Elsa is the only valid inquiry/verification source. Check Elsa on the day this vehicle UPDATE will be
performed to verify vehicle eligibility for the UPDATE. Status must show “open”. Attach an Elsa
printout showing the “open” status to the repair order.
 If this UPDATE appears to have already been performed but the code still shows open in Elsa,
contact Warranty before proceeding further. Another dealer may have recently performed this
UPDATE but not yet entered a claim for it in the system.
 Elsa may also show additional open action(s); if so, inform your customer - this work can be done
while the vehicle is in for this UPDATE.
 Contact the Warranty Helpline (U.S.) or the Warranty Campaign Specialist (Canada) if you have any
questions.



Enter the VIN in Elsa and proceed to the
“Campaign/Action” screen

Tip: On the date of repair, print this
screen and keep a copy with the
repair order
 Ensure that the Status is “Open”



Note the Applicable Criteria ID
for use in determining the
correct work to be done and
corresponding parts associated.

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 Open the fuel filler door.
 Insert a pocket screwdriver (or
equivalent) as shown , and
release the locking tab.
 While holding the locking tab in the
released position, carefully pull the
painted cover directly away from the
vehicle.
 Slide the painted cover about 3mm to
release it from the hinge assembly, then
remove the painted cover from the
vehicle.

Note: Use caution when removing the
painted cover. Damage to the
cover will not be covered under
this action.

 Use a Vernier type caliper (or equivalent)
to measure the height of the lip as shown
.
 If the lip is less than 1.7mm high, Work
Complete
 If the lip is 1.7mm or higher proceed with
the rest of this section.

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 Use a flat file (or equivalent) to file down
the lip as shown .
 Re-measure the lip as necessary and
verify it is shorter than 1.7mm.
 Repeat the filing procedure and remeasure the lip as necessary until it is
the proper height.

 Reinstall the painted cover onto the fuel
filler door hinge.

Note: The cover is positioned so that
locking tabs point
TOWARD the vehicle.
 Test the operation of the fuel filler door 45 times to verify it does not stick.
Work Complete

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Warranty
Claim Entry
Procedure

Enter your claim immediately upon completion of the UPDATE. Claims will only be paid
for vehicles that show this UPDATE code open in Elsa on the day of repair. To help
ensure prompt and proper payment, attach the screen print to the repair order.

Claim Help

U.S. dealers - Contact the Warranty Helpline toll-free at 1-866-306-8447 for help with
claim entry.
Canadian dealers - Contact your Warranty Campaign Specialist. For contact
information, please proceed to “ServiceNet – Warranty/Contact Information/Campaigns
– “Warranty Campaign Specialist.”

Required Customer Ensure customers are aware of all work performed on the vehicle by recording the
Notification
information on the repair order.
Attach a copy of the Vehicle UPDATE Fact Sheet to the customer’s copy of the repair
order and take the time to explain this UPDATE to your customer.

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SAGA Code 55i3 Claim Entry Procedure
Check Elsa to confirm that this UPDATE code is open on the day of repair.
Service No.: 55i3
Damage Code: 0099
Parts Manufacturer/Vendor Code: 3ME
Claim Type
Sold vehicle = 7 10
Unsold vehicle = 7 90
Accounting Instructions
Criteria I.D. 01
Measure and adjust fuel door according to work instructions
Repair operation:

5537 41 99

20 TU

There is NO reimbursement for wash or loaner vehicle!
If the vehicle is outside of the specified warranty period OR if customer refused repairs.
U.S. dealers: Submit the request through WISE under the Campaigns/Update/Recall Closure option.
Canadian dealers: Fax the Repair Order to Warranty at (905) 428-4811 and provide VIN, applicable
Service Number, Customer Information, Dealer Number and Date.

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Required Parts and Tools

Tool Description

Tool No:

Quantity

N/A

Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or
removal. Always check Elsa for the most current version of this document.

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UPDATE FACT SHEET – UPDATE Code 55i3
Dear Volkswagen Customer,
Today we performed UPDATE code 55i3 on your vehicle. This UPDATE ensures proper
operation of the fuel door on your vehicle, and was performed for you free of charge.
Volkswagen periodically makes updates like this available in order to ensure our customer’s
continued satisfaction with the quality of their Volkswagen vehicles.
We at Volkswagen are committed to providing our customers with reliable, quality products
that are a pleasure to drive and own. If you should ever have any questions or vehicle
concerns, your authorized Volkswagen dealer will be pleased to assist you.
Thank you for driving a Volkswagen!