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Volkswagen Beetle 2005–2013technical service bulletin

Bulletin TT 24-07-103 · NHTSA communication 10155828 · issued Sep 9, 2013

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Engine
component
2005–2013
model years
36
vehicle entries

Official summary

Tech Tips (Vehicles with 2.5L Engine - Fault Code P2279 (Leaking Air in Intake System) Diagnostic Tip): When diagnosing fault code P2279-Leaking Air in Intake System, be sure to check the cam timing first. This document informs how to check the cam timing

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.