Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 1997 Golf are official communications between Volkswagen & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

    STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE

    • TSB #9708129701D

      Date Announced:
      AUG 12, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53634

      CONCERNS WITH ANTI-THEFT ALARM SOUNDS AFTER IS SET AND CANNOT BE SWITCHED OFF. *YC Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #V171901-2012855

      Date Announced:
      MAR 12, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159016

      Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standards Read More »

    • TSB #TT 10 12 01

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2018
      NHTSA ID:
      #10150856

      Engine replacement tip Read More »

    • TSB #V171404 2012855

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120329

      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 that meet the Volkswagen Oil Quality ... Read More »

    • TSB #TB171404

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241340

      Engine Oils Which Meet Volkswagen Oil Quality Standard VW 502 00/505 00/505 01 and VW 504 00/507 00 Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #V171901201285565

      Date Announced:
      AUG 21, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241177

      Update to Volkswagen engine oil standards Read More »

    • TSB #V171901201285534

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10193577

      Update engine oil quality standard lists (attachments) Read More »

    • TSB #V171701 2012855

      Date Announced:
      JUL 05, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10133344

      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. Read More »

    • TSB #TB001403

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241265

      Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE

    • TSB #9705159702A

      Date Announced:
      MAY 15, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53612

      PROCEDURES APPLYING TO DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION ON UPDATED 2.0L ENGINES. *YC Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS

    • TSB #15 9701

      Date Announced:
      JUN 04, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53616

      TOOTHED BELT RUNS TOWARDS OUTSIDE, WEARS OUT/ JUMPS OFF, AND CRACKS. *AK Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

    • TSB #2015831

      Date Announced:
      AUG 28, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10026848

      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.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #TB001403

      Date Announced:
      JAN 27, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241265

      Fuel Additive to Help Prevent Sporadic Misfire Faults Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #00 9706

      Date Announced:
      JUL 31, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53633

      CHART IDENTIFIES WHICH TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULES (TMC) ARE AVAILABLE FOR VARIOUS STATES. *AK Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #970213970198

      Date Announced:
      FEB 13, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #54133

      CONDITION WITH VEHICLES SHIFTER LEVER VIBRATING/KNOCKING IN 1ST, 2ND, 3RD OR 4TH GEARS. *YC Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #00 9706

      Date Announced:
      JUL 31, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53633

      CHART IDENTIFIES WHICH TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULES (TMC) ARE AVAILABLE FOR VARIOUS STATES. *AK Read More »

    • TSB #9705309704A

      Date Announced:
      MAY 30, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53615

      CONDITIONS WITH TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AND IS DIFFICULT TO SHIFT IN/OUT OF REVERSE. *YC Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

    • TSB #34 9703

      Date Announced:
      APR 11, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53605

      TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF GEAR/SHIFTER FEELS LIKE IT HAS A DOUBLE DETENT WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR, AND WILL NOT MAINTAIN SHIFT ADJUSTMENT. *AK Read More »

    • TSB #9704109702F

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53606

      DIFFICULTIES WITH SHIFT LEVER AND TRANSMISSION IS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE GEAR. *YC Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

    • TSB #34 9703

      Date Announced:
      APR 11, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53605

      TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF GEAR/SHIFTER FEELS LIKE IT HAS A DOUBLE DETENT WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR, AND WILL NOT MAINTAIN SHIFT ADJUSTMENT. *AK Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE

    • TSB #9705309704A

      Date Announced:
      MAY 30, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53615

      CONDITIONS WITH TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AND IS DIFFICULT TO SHIFT IN/OUT OF REVERSE. *YC Read More »

    • TSB #9704109702F

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53606

      DIFFICULTIES WITH SHIFT LEVER AND TRANSMISSION IS HARD TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE GEAR. *YC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #TT 91 19 01

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159014

      Alternative method for radio code retrieval. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      MAY 08, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122956

      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 in the grid line. Read More »

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    • TSB #9704039704F

      Date Announced:
      APR 03, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53617

      SERVICE MANUAL ON ELECTRIC WINDOW REGULATOR MOTORS. *YC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #TT 271002

      Date Announced:
      SEP 14, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157828

      Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

    • TSB #9705159702A

      Date Announced:
      MAY 15, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53612

      PROCEDURES APPLYING TO DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION ON UPDATED 2.0L ENGINES. *YC Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #V941901-2011521

      Date Announced:
      FEB 18, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10158533

      Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. TB updated to include model year 2019 applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #V941501 2011521

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121257

      Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document Read More »

    • TSB #V941403 2011521

      Date Announced:
      JUN 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120169

      Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue. Read More »

    • TSB #941403

      Date Announced:
      JUN 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239592

      Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation Read More »

    • TSB #941402

      Date Announced:
      MAR 06, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239591

      Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation Read More »

    • TSB #941401

      Date Announced:
      FEB 14, 2011
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239590

      Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

    • TSB #V941402 2011521

      Date Announced:
      MAR 06, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10124287

      Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): Exterior light assemblies (headlights, taillights, fog lights, turn signals) are vented and may collect moisture on their inner surfaces, depending on humidity and other ... Read More »

    VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      MAY 08, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122956

      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 in the grid line. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      MAY 08, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122956

      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 in the grid line. Read More »

    • TSB #9704039704F

      Date Announced:
      APR 03, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53617

      SERVICE MANUAL ON ELECTRIC WINDOW REGULATOR MOTORS. *YC Read More »

    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #60 9704

      Date Announced:
      NOV 14, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #54060

      SUBJECT PERTAINING TO POWER SUNROOF CONVENIENCE CLOSE FEATURE, FUNCTION CHANGE. *AK Read More »

    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER

    • TSB #92 9702

      Date Announced:
      AUG 12, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53635

      PROGRAMMABLE INTERMITTENT WINDSHIELD WIPER, FUNCTION DELETED. *AK Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW

    • TSB #TT 64-14-02

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122240

      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 in the grid line. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:REAR WINDOW:ELECTRICAL HEATING ELEMENT

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    AIR BAGS

    STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

    • TSB #2015831

      Date Announced:
      AUG 28, 2008
      NHTSA ID:
      #10026848

      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.), AND IF DAMAGED, REPLACED. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

    • TSB #9707019705F

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 1997
      NHTSA ID:
      #53602

      VEHICLE PRODUCED WITH A "JAZZ" STICKER ATTACHED TO HATCHBACK MUST BE REMOVED. *YC Read More »

    SEATS

    • TSB #0101

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2001
      NHTSA ID:
      #621613

      SUBJECT REGARDING LATCH SYSTEM LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN, INSTALLING / RETROFITTING. *TT Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #SM 33-2019

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159010

      The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 91 19 01

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2019
      NHTSA ID:
      #10159014

      Alternative method for radio code retrieval. Read More »

    • TSB #SM 44-2017 EN

      Date Announced:
      JUN 28, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10155644

      This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. Read More »

    • TSB #VHW-17-11

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157383

      VAS 6154 Replacement Part Setup Guide Read More »

    • TSB #Elsa 6-22-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128104

      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 application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, ... Read More »

    • TSB #V941403 2011521

      Date Announced:
      JUN 04, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10120169

      Technical Bulletin (Exterior Lights, Moisture Accumulation): This document informs of the Condensation and or water droplets visible on inside of exterior light lenses. The document also informs how to service the issue. Read More »

    • TSB #V001404 2010380

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10124348

      Technical Bulletin (Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials): This doucment contains a list of components and applications developed to repair concerns of squeaks, rattles, noise and trim fit conditions. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #TT 271002

      Date Announced:
      SEP 14, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10157302

      Updated to include model year 2014 thru 2018 applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 200901

      Date Announced:
      AUG 18, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125661

      Update to existing tip for fuel quality checking. Read More »

    • TSB #1-2017 Update

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2017
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128055

      This communication is to update our ProFi dealers of the current status of the latest inbound and outbound ProFi requests. Read More »

    • TSB #V691601 2010479

      Date Announced:
      OCT 31, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10126785

      Update model year applicability to include 2017. Read More »

    • TSB #TT 97-12-02

      Date Announced:
      SEP 23, 2016
      NHTSA ID:
      #10127969

      Data Link connector pin assignment chart that is applicable to all models. Update model year applicability. Read More »

    • TSB #Elsa 6-29-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128105

      This document contains the VW Elsa Newsletter that contains a general overview of wiring diagrams updates, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, tech tips, campaigns, updates, and suggestions. Read More »

    • TSB #Elsa 6-22-15

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10128104

      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 application, technical bulletins, pending service solutions, ... Read More »

    • TSB #V941501 2011521

      Date Announced:
      MAR 27, 2015
      NHTSA ID:
      #10121257

      Technical Bulletin: Condensation and or water droplets becomming visible on inside of exterior light lenses issue is discussed in this document Read More »

    • TSB #TB001404

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241266

      Squeaks, Rattles, Noise, Repair Materials Read More »

    • TSB #PDI - GOLF GTI T

      Date Announced:
      FEB 11, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10122255

      Golf/GTI Perfect Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Technician and Detailer Inspections: Read More »

    • TSB #PDI - GOLF GTI T

      Date Announced:
      JUL 17, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125765

      Golf 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 meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has ... Read More »

    • TSB #PDI - GOLF GTI T

      Date Announced:
      JUN 13, 2013
      NHTSA ID:
      #10125850

      Golf 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 meets the expectations of a new vehicle that he/she has ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #9802

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #600825

      DISCONNECTING THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG UNIT. *YC Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #TT641402

      Date Announced:
      JAN 24, 2014
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239789

      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 running and heated rear window switched on. Read More »

    • TSB #9805

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 1998
      NHTSA ID:
      #601876

      INFORMATION ON MAINTENANCE INTERVALS. *YC Read More »