Bull 57J3_REV1
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: Bull 57J3_REV1
On golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Updated repair, claiming, and part information.
- 2022 -
Models from 2022
2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R |
2022 VOLKSWAGEN GTI |
Release Date Technical Service Bulletin 11/03/2023 57J3 UPDATE Door Seam Cavity Sealing – (NVLW) Applicable Vehicles Country Beginning Model Year Ending Model Year Vehicle Vehicle Count USA USA CAN CAN 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 GOLF R GTI GOLF R GTI 583 1,970 276 267 Revision History Revision Date Purpose 2 November 03, 2023 Updated repair, claiming, and part information. 1 October 12, 2023 Original publication Condition/Technical Background This Update has been proactively released to prevent the following condition(s) from occurring in the vehicle: Criteria Technical Background 01 On Golf vehicles of a limited production period, there may be insufficient cavity sealing of the door seam area. This may cause corrosion of the doors over time. Remedy Criteria 01 Remedy Apply cavity wax to the affected areas on all four door cavities. This Update is in effect until removed. Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria: • Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 57J3 code in the ELSA Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair. • Vehicle must be within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW). • Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin. • Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale. The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. 2023 Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. All Rights Reserved. 57J3 Page 1 of 7 Release Date 11/03/2023 Technical Service Bulletin 57J3 UPDATE Door Seam Cavity Sealing – (NVLW) 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. • Confirm the Campaign/Action is open. If the status is closed, no further work is required. • Note the Applicable Criteria ID for use in determining the correct work to be done and corresponding parts associated. CRITICAL REPAIR STEP STOP! If multiple software update Campaign/Actions are open, they must be performed in order of the Start date . The oldest should be performed first. • All Safety Recalls must be completed prior to completing this campaign. The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. 2023 Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. All Rights Reserved. 57J3 Page 2 of 7 Release Date 11/03/2023 Technical Service Bulletin 57J3 UPDATE Door Seam Cavity Sealing – (NVLW) NOTE • Damages resulting from improper repair or failure to follow these work instructions are the dealer’s responsibility and are not eligible for reimbursement under this action. • Diagnosis and repair of pre-existing conditions in the vehicle are not covered under this action. • Remove both front and rear supports for door components per the ELSA repair manual: o Front doors: Repair manual > Body > Body Exterior > 57 Front Doors, Central Locking System > Door Components > Support for Door Components, Removing and Installing o Rear Doors: Repair manual > Body > Body Exterior > 58 Rear Doors > Door Components > Support for Door Components, Removing and Installing TIP The glass panels in the doors do not have to be removed. Once loosened from the door component support, raise the glass panel all the way up and apply adhesive tape to hold it in place. • Apply cavity wax to the inside of all four doors at the lower seams in the area indicated . NOTE The cavity wax should be applied the length of the seams. NOTE The cavity wax can be applied using a brush, VAG1379 spray gun, or a locally sourced undercoat spray gun. The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. 2023 Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. All Rights Reserved. 57J3 Page 3 of 7 Release Date 11/03/2023 Technical Service Bulletin 57J3 UPDATE Door Seam Cavity Sealing – (NVLW) NOTE The area where cavity wax is to be applied INSIDE the door <1> is shown from the outside for clarity. CAVITY WAX IS ONLY TO BE APPLIED INSIDE THE DOOR, NOT THE OUTSIDE! NOTE The area where cavity wax is to be applied INSIDE the door <1> is shown from the outside for clarity. CAVITY WAX IS ONLY TO BE APPLIED INSIDE THE DOOR, NOT THE OUTSIDE! • Reassemble in reverse order of removal. • Clean any excess wax leaking from the door drains using isopropyl alcohol as needed. • Replace any damaged door panel clips as needed. • If the ignition is switched on during the repair, faults may be generated. o Clear the fault memory after the repair if necessary. The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. 2023 Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. All Rights Reserved. 57J3 Page 4 of 7 Release Date Technical Service Bulletin 11/03/2023 57J3 UPDATE Door Seam Cavity Sealing – (NVLW) Claim Entry Instructions After Update has been completed, enter claim as soon as possible to help prevent work from being duplicated elsewhere. Attach the ELSA screen print showing action open on the day of repair to the repair order. If customer refused campaign work or vehicle is out of the specified warranty parameter for this Update: U.S. dealers: Submit request via WISE under the Campaigns/Update/Recall Closure option. Canada dealers: Upload the repair order [signed by customer] to Volkswagen WIN/Operations/Campaign Closure. Service Number 57J3 Damage Code 0099 Parts Vendor Code Claim Type WWO Sold vehicle: 7 10 Unsold vehicle: 7 90 Causal Indicator Vehicle Wash/Loaner Mark labor as causal Do not claim wash/loaner under this action U.S.A.: Loaner/rental coverage cannot be claimed under this action. However, loaner/rental may be covered under the Alternate Transportation Program. Please refer to the Volkswagen Warranty Policy and Procedures Manual for loaner claims information and reimbursement details. Canada: Loaner/rental coverage cannot be claimed under this action. Please refer to the Volkswagen Service Loaner Program to determine loaner eligibility. Criteria I.D. 01 Remove all four door panels, door component supports, and apply cavity wax LABOR Labor Op Time Units Description 5729 76 99 230 TU Remove door component supports and apply cavity wax 2706 89 50 10 Connect battery charger (if necessary) 0150 00 00 Time stated on diagnostic protocol GFF operations for clearing faults (if necessary) PARTS Quantity Part Number Description 0.10 D 329215M2 Cavity Preservative The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. 2023 Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. All Rights Reserved. 57J3 Page 5 of 7 Release Date Technical Service Bulletin 11/03/2023 57J3 UPDATE Door Seam Cavity Sealing – (NVLW) Additional Actions Some of the affected vehicles may be involved in additional Actions. Please check your ELSA Campaign/Action Information screen so that any additional required work can be done simultaneously. Verifying Vehicle Eligibility To verify vehicle eligibility for this Update, always check the ELSA Campaign/Action Information screen. The ELSA system is the only binding inquiry and verification system; other systems are not valid and may result in non-payment of a claim. Help for Claim Entry For questions regarding claim entry, contact Volkswagen Warranty. Required Customer Notification Inform your customer in writing by recording on the Repair Order any and all work that was conducted on the vehicle, including any and all updates completed under this Update. Required Special Tools Spray Gun Safety Gloves and Safety Goggles -VAG1379(or locally sourced equivalent) The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. 2023 Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. All Rights Reserved. 57J3 Page 6 of 7 Release Date Technical Service Bulletin 11/03/2023 57J3 UPDATE Door Seam Cavity Sealing – (NVLW) Required Parts Parts Control Type: Upper Order Limit (UOL) Parts will be managed with a weekly Upper Order Limit. Please see Parts On Command (POC) for your Upper Order Limit quantity. Initial Allocation: NO Please reference the Repair Projection Tool (below) to view your potential VIN population. Criteria Quantity Part Number P.O.C. Part Description Ordering Method 01 ~100 ml D -329-215-M2 PRESERV. UOL NOTE Campaign parts should always be ordered as per the parts information in this circular. The ordering system will supersede the part, if applicable. • Properly store (retain), destroy or dispose of removed parts in accordance with all state/province and local requirements, unless otherwise indicated and/or requested through the Warranty Parts Portal (WPP) for U.S. and the Part Destruction and Core Disposition Report for Canada. Additional Information All parts and service references provided in this Update are subject to change and/or removal. Always check ELSA for the most current version of this document. The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer. 2023 Volkswagen of America, Inc. and Volkswagen Canada. All Rights Reserved. 57J3 Page 7 of 7