TT 17 20 01

Technical Tip
17-20-01TT - Engine Oil Leak from Oil Pan or Transmission (Bellhousing)
Area
Transaction No:
2059301/1
Release date:
04/17/2020
Condition
ATTENTION:
THIS IS A TECH TIP, NOT A TECHNICAL BULLETIN.
TECH TIPS ARE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH WARRANTY CLAIMING.
Applicable Vehicles
Model(s)
Year
Eng. Code
Trans. Code
VIN Range From
VIN Range To
Touareg
2013-2015
3.0L TDI
(CNRB)
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Revision Table
Instance Number
Published Date
Version Number
2059301/1
4/17/20
17-20-01TT
Reason For Update
Original publication.
Technical Background
Oil leaking.
Service
Check torque on the upper oil pan (sump) bolts. Specifically, the 3 long bolts near the starter that go through the oil
pump. A T45 fastener is used. Check for oil on the 3 long bolt heads to further indicate the source of the leak. Verify
that oil pan sealant was routed correctley on the oil pan.
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Technical Tip
17-20-01TT - Engine Oil Leak from Oil Pan or Transmission (Bellhousing)
Area
Transaction No:
2059301/1
Release date:
04/17/2020
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