1998 Volkswagen Passat service bulletins & manufacturer communications
116 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 1998 Volkswagen Passat. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 116
- Update to Volkswagen engine oil standardsV171901201285565 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 21, 2023
- Volkswagen Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.V171901201285562 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 30, 2023
- Engine oil quality standards, update to attachments.V171901201285560 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 24, 2023
- Update model year applicability to include 2023.V941901201152119 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 12, 2022
- Battery testing and charging using special tools VAS6161 & GRX3000VAS Charger. Updated to include additional model year applicability.V271901201189422 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 6, 2022
- Tool number added to table. Removal of Behr Flush Kit. VAS 6337/1AV871806201994714 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued May 12, 2020
- Updated to include additional models and model year applicability.V941901201152115 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 21, 2020
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.SM 33-2019 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 27, 2019
- Alternative method for radio code retrieval.TT 91 19 01 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 22, 2019
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality StandardsV171901-2012855 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Mar 12, 2019
- Battery Testing and Charging instruction. Updated to include model year 2019 applicability.V271901-2011894 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 19, 2019
- Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability.V941901-2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 18, 2019
- Engine replacement tipTT 10 12 01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 28, 2018
- Tip for Scan tool concerns that may occur duing a test planTT001703 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 10, 2017
- Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.TT 271002 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 14, 2017
- Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability.TT 271002 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 14, 2017
- Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking.TT 200901 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Aug 18, 2017
- 17 17 01 July 5, 2017 2012855 Supersedes Technical Bulletin 17-16-02 (V171602) dated April 29, 2016 due to updated oil standards lists to current specifications. Engine Oils Which …V171701 2012855 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 5, 2017
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward.SM 44-2017 EN · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 28, 2017
- VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup GuideVHW-17-11 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 22, 2017
- This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests.1-2017 Update · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Feb 1, 2017
- Update model year applicability to include 2017.V691601 2010479 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 31, 2016
- Update to model year applicability.V871622 2019947 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 24, 2016
- Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability.TT 97-12-02 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 23, 2016
- To update model table to clarify jetta wagon applicability to tb content.V551613_2039446 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 13, 2016
- Corrosion may be found on the folded edge of the hood. Supersedes TB V551603V551612-2039446 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 9, 2016
- To update claim process statement.V551608-2038999 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 9, 2016
- To update claim processing statement.V531602-2040536 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 8, 2016
- Corrosion on hood edge.TB551603 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 17, 2016
- Document discusses Corrosion that may be found on the folded edge of the hood. The corrosion may be found on this edge anywhere around the hood. It discusses how to service it, and…V551603 2039446 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment Adaptive/mobility · issued Feb 17, 2016
- Rear quarter panel corrosion.TB531601 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 1, 2016
- The document refers to Corrosion being found where the rear bumper cover meets the quarter panel. It discusses how it can happen, and where to find warranty coverage to service the…V531601 2040536 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Feb 1, 2016
- Airbag Issues.Airbag · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 22, 2016
- Technical Bulletin (Windshield Wipers Streak or Smear): Windshield or rear window is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or the surface feels rough. To avoid unnecessary replacem…V921502 2026253 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 22, 2015
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system com…V871506 2019947 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 7, 2015
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, upd…Elsa 6-29-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 29, 2015
- This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, ElsaPro infomedia icons grayed out, workshop equipment tool storage appli…Elsa 6-22-15 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 22, 2015
- Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open i…TT 64-14-02 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued May 8, 2015
- Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor operates but the gl…V641502 2039887 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 20, 2015
- Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this documentV941501 2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Mar 27, 2015
- Technical Bulletin (Rear Door Glass Inoperative issue diagnosis): The rear glass cannot be opened / closed, the rear glass may slide down into the door, or the rear glass motor ope…V641501 2039887 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 2, 2015
- Technical Bulletin: Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000VAS ChargerV271501 2011894 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 16, 2015
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition117 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 22, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition117 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 22, 2014
- Corrosion where handle contacts rear lid (Figure 1).TB551410 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 16, 2014
- Summary to be provided on a future date.2038999 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Dec 16, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition115 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 8, 2014
- Battery, Testing and Charging Using Midtronics VAS6161, MCR340V, InCharge 940, or GRX3000 Charger271402 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Dec 3, 2014
- Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit (U.S.Only)871409 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 24, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Air Conditioning, Cleaning of the Refrigerant Circuit): In cases where an air conditioning system component (such as a compressor or other system component) has…V871409 2019947 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Sep 24, 2014
- For long crank/ difficulty starting with the engine hot: Before replacing any components for this complaint, drain the fuel from the vehicle and replace with known good diesel fuel…TT230628 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Sep 12, 2014
- Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00TB171404 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 2, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard): This document informs of a sample list of products generally available in the North American market tha…V171404 2012855 · Technical service bulletin · Engine · issued Sep 2, 2014
- Assembly Instructions: Installation of original remote start feature accessory, Volkswagen Passat.561 065 760 A as · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 1, 2014
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation941403 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jun 4, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The documen…V941403 2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 4, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition86 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 19, 2014
- VW Elsa NewsletterEdition86 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 19, 2014
- Fault code P1297 may be set and fuel mixtures may go lean if the vehicle is driven under load or revved up and then returned to idle.TT240801 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued May 9, 2014
- Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair MaterialsTB001404 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 10, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise…V001404 2010380 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 10, 2014
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation941402 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 6, 2014
- Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on the…V941402 2011521 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 6, 2014
- Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire FaultsTB001403 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Jan 27, 2014
- To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open in the grid line. The check must be performed with the engine ru…TT641402 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jan 24, 2014
- Tech Tips (Heated Rear Window, One or More Lines Inoperative): To detect which line(s) is inoperative, utilize a volt meter to check for 0 V, which will be present after the open i…TT 64-14-02 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 24, 2014
- Passat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and m…PDI - PASSAT TEC · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 17, 2013
- Passat Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: A checklist to insure a customer receives a wonderful delivery of a vehicle that looks, feels, and m…PDI - PASSAT TEC · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 13, 2013
- To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding value from the tables below. Note that the first table is only applicable to 2.8L V6 …TT450654 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Dec 16, 2012
- Tech Tips (Bosch 5.3 ABS Control Module ? ABS Coding Tables): This document informs To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding v…TT 45-06-54 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Nov 16, 2012
- Tech Tips (Bosch 5.3 ABS Control Module ? ABS Coding Tables): This document informs To code a Bosch 5.3 ABS control module, use Vehicle Self-diagnosis to enter the correct coding v…TT 45-06-54 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Nov 16, 2012
- Summary to be provided on a future date.TT45-06-54 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes · issued Nov 16, 2012
- Volkswagen: update to information. Providing correct coding values for abs control modules on certain vehicles without can-bus. Models 1998-2002 passat. *peTT-45-06-54 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Air · issued Nov 16, 2012
- Tech Tips (Fuel Gauge Inoperative after Instrument Cluster Replacement with Fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-?): An inoperative fuel gauge after instrument cluster replacement wit…TT 90-12-06 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 5, 2012
- Tech Tips (Fuel Gauge Inoperative after Instrument Cluster Replacement with Fault 00771 ?Fuel level sensor -G-?): An inoperative fuel gauge after instrument cluster replacement wit…TT 90-12-06 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Oct 5, 2012
- Summary to be provided on a future date.TT 90-12-06 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued Oct 5, 2012
- Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation941401 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Feb 14, 2011
- Volkswagen: engine oil pressure too low, light is on, engine flush. The low engine oil pressure condition may be caused by a restriction of the oil pump suction line strainer. *peTB-07-09-06 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 18, 2009
- Volkswagen: exhaust heat shield, replacement guidelines. Heat shields are to be inspected after completion o any type of repair to the underbody (exhaust system transmission, etc.)…2015831 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 28, 2008
- Engine oil pressure too low, light is on, engine flush. *kb2013233 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 30, 2007
- Dtc's p1297 (17705) or p1557 (17965) stored in dtc memory. This may be caused by intake hoses leaking (during boost conditions) due to incorrect torque on clamps or improper placem…010702 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 11, 2007
- Engine oil specifications, oil capacity, oil filter. *tt0401 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 26, 2005
- Anti-lock brake system (abs) control module warranty repair process. *tt0517 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jul 14, 2005
- Check/replace front suspension lower control arms. *tc this supercedes the vm service action dated november 2004. *ttVM · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Dec 1, 2004
- Valve cover, diagnosing oil leakage from gaskets. *tt0403 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2004
- Low engine oil pressure light is on. *tt0402 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 5, 2004
- Oil sludge - warranty extension for 1998-2004 model year volkswagen passat with 1.8l turbo engine us and canadian dealers. Service circular. *tt0421 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 4, 2004
- Warranty extension covering certain oil sludge related repairs. *tt0421 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Aug 1, 2004
- Zf vh recall of the zf steering pump, supplied to wd's for replacement of the audi a4 passat p/n 8d0 145 156fx instead of the correct zf p/n 7691 955 276zw. 2004 audi a4 also inclu…092603 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Sep 26, 2003
- Some vehicles may experience instrument cluster malfunction. *slc0103 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 15, 2001
- A condition may exist where the radio does not regain volume control and / or the single cd player led blinks when interior lights are at the lowest setting. *tt910102 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jul 18, 2001
- Service information binder containing electrical wiring diagrams, troubleshooting and component locations edition 09.97. *tt15 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jul 1, 2001
- Subject regarding malfunctioning instrument cluster. *tt900101 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 27, 2001
- Subject regarding latch system lower anchors and tethers for children, installing / retrofitting. *tt0101 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jun 12, 2001
- A condition may exist with noise from the front suspension. *tt400101 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 31, 2001
- Information in this technical bulletin supllements and updates previously published wiring diagram, troubleshooting and component location information. *ttt14 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2001
- This bulletin contains new and revised wiring diagram information. *ttV0002 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2000
- Subject regaring engine misfire. *tt9907 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 25, 1999
- Subject regarding vehicle's exhibiting failure of the turbocharger due to lack of lubrication on passat with 1.8l 5v turbo vehicles from 1998-1999 up to vin #xe000100. *ms9901 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 18, 1999
- Subject regarding special tool for removing and / or repairing front seat which is equipped with a side airbag. *tt9901 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jan 5, 1999
- Procedures on removing the front seats with side airbag. *yc9801 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Dec 2, 1998
- New information in this technical bulletin supplements and updates previously published wiring diagram, troubleshooting and component location information. *yc8 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Dec 1, 1998
- Subject on comfort system ecm, unnecessary replacement. *yc9812 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 13, 1998
- Technical bulletin on cargo safety net, assembly overview / retrofitting. *yc9801 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 31, 1998
- Subject on carrier assembly with window regulator / window regulator motor assembling. *yc9801 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 31, 1998
- Subject regarding the outside air temperature sensor and ambient temperature switch. *tt9802 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jul 30, 1998
- Subject pertaining to instrument cluster, odometer adaptation. *yc9810 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 28, 1998
- Subject on radio code retrieval procedures. *yc9803 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Jun 24, 1998
- Vehicle will not start unless clutch pedal is depressed extremely hard. *yc9802 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 6, 1998
- Subject on sidewinder key and locks. *yc9802 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Apr 27, 1998
- Replacement of automatic transmission fluid (atf) no longer required. *yc9802 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 8, 1998
- Condition with transmissions with internal damage may allow debris to collect in atf cooler lines and atf cooler. *yc9801 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 3, 1998
- Function options for central locking system. *yc9801 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 25, 1998
- New information in this technical bulleting supplements and updates previously published wiring diagram, troubleshooting and component location information. *yc4 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 1998
- Installation of the child seat tether anchorage mountings. *yc9801 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Feb 5, 1998
- Vehicle will not start unless clutch pedal is depressed extremely hard. *ak30 9703 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 21, 1997