Instrument Panel - Wind Noise/Whistling: Overview

Group: 50

Number: 99-02

Date: June 2, 1999

Subject:
Wind Noise/Whistle from Instrument Panel Area

Model(s):
New Beetle 1998, 1999

Supersedes T.B. Group 50 Number 99-01 dated May 12, 1999 due to TU revision

Condition

Wind noise/ whistle from instrument panel area (usually at speeds above 45 mph (72 Km/hr).

May be caused by a poor seal at the plenum closeout panel.

When procedure applies to vehicles within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, use the following:

Part Identifier: 5119

Labor Operation: 5119511 70 TU