2018 Bentley Continental GT Cabrio

Service bulletins

Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.

• 11009715Keyless entry system (KESSY) function was found to be disabled when the vehicle was parked for a short duration of time. Customer statement / workshop findings: Keyless entry system (KESSY) function is disabled when the vehicle is parked for a short duration of time Technical background: The reported symptom is due to the Battery management shut off stages being too early due to the battery size being incorrectly entered on replacement
• 11009579Measured values - Cycle recording instructions. Technical background The instructions within the Measure section of this TPI have been generated to guide operatives through the process for recording Measured values in cycles by using self diagnosis, the Instructions also detail how to locate corresponding files which are required for analysis.
• 10254013Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) control unit cannot be coded. Customer statement / workshop findings: Workshop findings: The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) control unit cannot be coded when using a diagnostic machine with Windows 10 in conjunction with a VAS 6154 dongle
• 10252818HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Customer statement / workshop findings: HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a damp/musty smell within the cabin Note: For this scenario please see the pre requisites below - Should no HVAC leak be evident and a damp/musty smell has been reported/identified the operative should first confirm that water is not leaking into the cabin please refer to all VIN applicable TPIs - Should there be no water leaks evident, the operative should check the HVAC and body drains for blockages, in the event the drains are blocked the drains must be unblocked, once this has been completed the operative should confirm if the damp/musty smell is still evident.
• 1025244612 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim refer to the instructions within the Measure section.
• 10251521Fuel Pressure DTC's P008700 and / or P008800 and / or Max engine speed 4000 rpm warning evident in the DIP - W12 only. Customer statement / workshop findings: One or a combination of the following are evident: - DTCs P008700 and / or P008800 are evident within the master and/or slave engine control modules - Emission control warning lamp (Figure 1) illuminated within the Drivers Information Panel (DIP).
• 10248237Driver / Passenger door(s) creak on close - All models (front and / or rear). Customer statement / workshop findings: Driver and / or Passenger door creak during the Power close function - Front and / or rear (Depending on vehicle type).
• 10248119Driver / Passenger door(s) creak on close - All models (frond and/or rear). Customer statement / workshop findings: Driver and / or Passenger door creak during the Power close function - Front and / or rear (Depending on vehicle type) Technical background: Ensure the fault is as described within the Customer statement Workshop findings section before continuing.
• 10246442New Continental GT and GTC - Window drop glass operation. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Incorrect operation/function of the front and/or rear window drop glass - Front and/or rear drop glass fails to open/close or attempts to close and re-opens once contact has been made between the glass and applicable seal - DTC for window regulator motor no basic setting B148754 evident within any of the 4 window control modules (diagnostic address 42, 52, BB and BC) for loss of basic settings.
• 10246358Spurious DTC identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customers will not be aware of any DTCs, workshop operatives may discover spurious DTCs whilst running Guided Fault Finding (GFF) when using ODIS Technical background: To determine the course of action which should be taken the operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing the following: Spurious DTC list for TPI 2072055 The document contains all known spurious DTCs for all applicable vehicle variants.
• 10246286Keyless door entry does not work - Front Outside Door Handle(s) - Touch Sensor DTC B147613 and/or B147713 are present. Customer statement / workshop findings: Keyless entry does not work Workshop findings: Front outside door handle(s) touch sensor open circuit DTC(s) present within address 0046.
• 10246258HVAC distribution/operational issues - HVAC Motor defect DTCs logged. Customer statement / workshop findings: - HVAC distribution/operational issues - HVAC motor defect (DTCs) evident within address 08 - Climatronic control unit, the DTCs can be static or Intermittent Technical background: Where VIN applicable the operative MUST first conduct Service Campaign EB28 (Bentayga) or EB29 (New Continental GT/GTC).
• 10245096Engine Coolant Mixture - Restrictions on use of desalinated water Customer Statement: -Engine coolant requires topping up or replacing
• 10245093Brake Noise Identification: Customer Statement: -Noise/squeal complaint from the braking system Technical Background: -The noise/squeal can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system
• 10245063V8 Kovomo - Emission control warning illuminated within the DIP - Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor DTCs evident Customer Statement: -Emission control system warning lamp illuminated (Figure 1) within the Driver Information Panel (DIP)
• 10245059Knocking noise from the front and/or rear - DTC C1298F1 evident within D4 and/or D5 Customer Statement: -Knocking noise from the underside of the vehicle (front and/or rear) when driving on uneven road surfaces - DTC C1298F1 (Suspension stabilization actuator Regulation not possible) evident within diagnostic address D4 and/or D5 -Bentley Dynamic ride fault evident within the DIP
• 10245058Knocking noise from the front and/or rear (Driving over an uneven road surface) Technical Background: The noise present in the sound file can be caused by worn anti roll bar bushes, the noise can appear when driving over an uneven road surface or during a large suspension input for example: Speed humps or potholes
• 10245052Tyre tread/sidewall crack(s) Customer Statement: -Cracks evident in the sidewall and/or tread pattern (See the examples in Figures 1 and 2 showing cracks within the tread pattern)
• 10245047Road wheel inspection procedure Customer Statement: In the event a complaint is received regarding road wheel/s condition for example: - Scratches - Corrosion - Damage - Blemishes - Chipping Please refer to the onward instructions
• 10244971Infotainment home screen - Loading messages visible on start up in multiple tiles. Customer statement / workshop findings: Upon start-up of the Home screen, loading messages can be seen in some or all of the tiles.
• 10244970Infotainment screen stalls at Initializing. Customer statement / workshop findings Upon start-up of the Infotainment system, the home screen appears to be stuck in the Initializing stage, when this scenario is evident a spinning wheel is visible.
• 10244967Telephone Functionality Complaint - Minimum Standards Required For Analysis Of Concerns. Customer statement / workshop findings: The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported. Technical background: The minimum standards check list document within the Measure section is required to capture an accurate description of customer telephone issues.
• 10244680Unable to open, or delay in opening the Drivers or Front passenger door from outside using the door handle (Keyless) Technical Background: -In the event there is a customer complaint regarding the opening of the door from the outside of the vehicle when using the door handle (Keyless entry) please refer to the Measure section of this TPI
• 10244678Transmission communication DTC's (Numerous) - W12 engine Customer Statement: -Drive system fault active on DIP (Figure 1)
• 10244677DTC's C135DF0 and/or C12F000 evident within the Steering rack and power steering control unit (J500) Customer Statement: -DTC's C135DF0 and/or C12F000 evident within the Steering rack and power steering control unit (J500) Diagnostic address 44
• 10244676New Continental GT/GTC, New Flying Spur and Bentayga - Low Oil Pressure Warning During Early Vehicle Life - W12 only Customer Statement: -Warning on the Driver Instrument Panel (DIP) - Oil pressure too low DTCs relating to oil pressure may also be stored within the Master ECU. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) (P052400: Engine Oil Pressure Too Low) and/or (P15AA00: Engine oil pressure - Lower limit not reached stored in the Master Engine Control Unit (ECU)
• 10244673Sun visor mirror cracked Customer Statement: -Driver or passenger sun visor mirror cracked/broken
• 10244651Engine Lubricating Oil - Replenishment Customer Statement: -Engine lubricating oil lamp illuminated on driver instrument panel. Engine lubricating oil requires topping up between services.
• 10244649Running gear - Noise identification Workshop Findings: -The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the suspension system from either of the axles And/or The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the steering system Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confirm the vehicle is in standard factory condition and has not had any non-approved aftermarket modifications conducted including the modification of the engine control modules (chip tuning) Check the history of the vehicle to confirm Should any aftermarket modifications be found, the Retailer must make Product Support aware by raising a DISS query to report the details of the modification, you must then await feedback from Product Support before conducting any further work
• 10244648Infotainment screen turns red sporadically Customer Statement: -Infotainment screen 'Goes Red Fully or partially' within the MMI Screen (Figure 1)
• 10244647Battery conditioner inoperative Technical Background: -Corrosion on the contact surfaces of the charger socket and charger lead. If the charging socket or charger lead are wet when the charger is connected this can cause corrosion on the contacts.
• 10244633New Continental GT - Spurious Mood lighting DTC's Customer Statement: -Upon interrogation of the vehicle fault memory spurious DTCs can be logged in 09 Central Electrics relating to the Mood lighting system The lamp is fully functional and there is no customer complaint
• 10244632New Continental GT and GTC - Rattle / Buzzing Noise - Head-Up display Customer Statement: -Rattle / buzzing noise from Control Unit for Head-Up display - dashboard upper trim panel.
• 10244628New Continental GT/C - Door 'soft close' functionality Customer Statement: -Correct functionality and restrictions of the door soft close system need to be understood to prevent unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10244626Key blade can be difficult to remove from key fob. Technical Background: -Deviations in the key blade and key fob assembly could make it difficult to remove the key blade.
• 10244619Service info: body/equipment: front exterior lighting steamed up/leaks Customer Statement: -1. The lenses of the headlights (illustration 1a) /front fog lamps (illustration 1b) are steamed up/damp from the inside with minor drips. 2. Water is in the headlight (illustration 2a) / front fog lamp (illustration 2b), big drips.
• 10244602New Continental GT and GTC - Front seat belt presenter arm is broken Customer Statement: -Front seat belt presenter arm (driver and/or passenger) is snapped/broken (Figures 1,2 and 3)
• 10244600Rotating display/screen noise - Diagnosis for complaints relating to noise during operation and/or during a drive cycle Customer Statement: -Various rotating display/screen noises during operation
• 1024366412 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 volt battery flat or unserviceable Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim refer to the instructions within the Measure section
• 10243663All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customers will not be aware of any fault codes Workshop may discover spurious fault codes whilst running a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) log as part of other investigations on the vehicle Technical background: The operative should refer to the Bentley Hub referencing TPI 2053177/- The document (loaded onto the Hub) contains all of the current known Spurious DTCs for all vehicle variants Should a particular TPI be listed as Archived, the TPI can no longer be viewed within Elsa pro, in this case please refer to the instructions within TPI 2053177/- regarding the DTC description and actions which should be conducted (if any).

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