Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL FLYING SPUR
153 manufacturer communications from 88 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 47 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 17 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 10 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 6 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 6 |
| 010000 STEERING | 5 |
| 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 5 |
| 030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 5 |
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HVAC 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 O
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC 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 O
350000 EQUIPMENT
HVAC 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 O
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 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 instructi
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
12 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 instructi
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Spurious 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:
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Coolant Mixture - Restrictions on use of desalinated water Customer Statement: -Engine coolant requires topping up or replacing
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Brake 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
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Brake 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
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Telephone 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
350000 EQUIPMENT
Telephone 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
010000 STEERING
Running 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 Pr
100000 POWER TRAIN
Running 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 Pr
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All 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 oth
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 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 instructi
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Condition HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a dam
160000 STRUCTURE
HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Condition HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a dam
350000 EQUIPMENT
HVAC refrigerant leakage suspected or reports of a damp/musty smell within the cabin - Diagnosis guidelines. Condition HVAC not cooling / HVAC cooling less than expected / HVAC refrigerant leakage confirmed Or The customer reports a dam
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HVAC 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 O
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC 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 O
350000 EQUIPMENT
HVAC 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 O
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HVAC 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 O
130000 VISIBILITY
HVAC 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 O
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC 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 O
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Poor engine running - Reduced power - Engine warning lamp illuminated - Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: - Poor engine running - Reduced power - Engine warning lamp illuminated - Symptom related DTCs evident within the applicable engine
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
HVAC Refrigerent Leakage - Diagnosis Guidelines Customer Statement: -HVAC not cooling or HVAC cooling less than expected
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
HVAC Refrigerent Leakage - Diagnosis Guidelines Customer Statement: -HVAC not cooling or HVAC cooling less than expected
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
HVAC Refrigerent Leakage - Diagnosis Guidelines Customer Statement: -HVAC not cooling or HVAC cooling less than expected
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic Checks Technical Background: -There have been instances where door speakers have been changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by ourselves and the supplier, no fault c
350000 EQUIPMENT
Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic Checks Technical Background: -There have been instances where door speakers have been changed under warranty for the complaint of sound distortion, yet when tested by ourselves and the supplier, no fault c
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 Volt - Battery Test Instruction Technical Background: -For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the measur
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Telephone Functionality Complaint- Minimum Standards Required For Analysis of Concerns Customer Statement: -The feedback method within this TPI is required should a complaint of telephone functionality and/or quality be reported.
010000 STEERING
Running Gear - Noise Identification Customer Statement: -Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering
020000 SUSPENSION
Running Gear - Noise Identification Customer Statement: -Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Usage of E10 Fuel Customer Statement: -In the event a customer asks if E10 fuel can be used, the operative must refer to the Technical background section of this TPI
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Usage of E10 Fuel Customer Statement: -In the event a customer asks if E10 fuel can be used, the operative must refer to the Technical background section of this TPI
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only Customer Statement: -Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated.
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 Volt- Battery Condition Checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure
350000 EQUIPMENT
12 Volt- Battery Condition Checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the Measure
020000 SUSPENSION
Air spring fault finding Customer Statement: -The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped Technical Background: -Bentley vehicles which are applicable to this TPI are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All 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 o
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Suspicion that control units or services have been influenced by third parties. Customer statement / workshop findings: In the event a customer complaint is received relating to a suspicion that control units or services have been influen
350000 EQUIPMENT
Suspicion that control units or services have been influenced by third parties. Customer statement / workshop findings: In the event a customer complaint is received relating to a suspicion that control units or services have been influen
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be rais
160000 STRUCTURE
Interior trim - Creak and rattle - Noise identification Customer statement: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions withi
010000 STEERING
Running gear - Noise identification. Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the suspension system from either of the axles And/or T
020000 SUSPENSION
Running gear - Noise identification. Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the suspension system from either of the axles And/or T
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to ass
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only. Customer statement / workshop findings: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. Technical background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to ass
200000 WHEELS
Customer statement / workshop findings: Unable to remove Accessory valve caps, Figure 1 shows an example of the caps. Technical background: We have observed instances where the caps have been difficult to remove once fitted, the issue is
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Speaker Replacement - Diagnostic checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: Audio output from speakers is distorted Technical background: There have been instances where door speakers have been changed under warranty for the compla
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be rais
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
12 Volt - Battery condition checks. Customer statement / workshop findings: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be rais
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings Customer 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 othe
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings Customer 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 othe
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Brake noise identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical background Brake noises
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer 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 oth
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List. Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer 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 oth
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All Models - 12 Volt Battery condition checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within
350000 EQUIPMENT
All Models - 12 Volt Battery condition checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
All Models - 12 Volt Battery condition checks. Technical background For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Telephone 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
350000 EQUIPMENT
Telephone 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
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical switch replacement guidelines. Customer statement/workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint syste
350000 EQUIPMENT
Electrical switch replacement guidelines. Customer statement/workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint syste
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Brake noise identification. Customer statement: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical Background: Brake noises can be attributed t
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Condition: Customer 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 vehic
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer statement / workshop findings Customer 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. All Vehic
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer statement / workshop findings Customer 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. All Vehic
160000 STRUCTURE
Interior trim - Creak and rattle - Noise identification. Customer statement / workshop findings: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List Condition: Customer 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 vehic
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Front roof console replacement - Continental Flying Spur Technical background: Front roof control module with the part numbers listed below are no longer programmed by Bentley Motors prior to dispatch 3W5 959 527 AH0DN 3W5 959 527 AL0D
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical switch replacement guidelines Customer statement / workshop findings: Electrical switch suspected as defective This TPI is not applicable to suspected faulty control units or any component related to the passive restraint syst
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Condition: 12 Volt Battery test instruction Technical Background: For all 12 volt battery issues relating to warranty or a parts warranty claim, a DISS query MUST be raised prior to battery replacement, refer to the instructions within the
020000 SUSPENSION
Condition: The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped. Technical Background: The list of Bentley vehicles below are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system. Should air leak from the air springs, this will c
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Condition: The front and/or rear suspension appears to have dropped. Technical Background: The list of Bentley vehicles below are fitted with air springs as part of the suspension system. Should air leak from the air springs, this will c
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Condition: Customer 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 attached d
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Condition: Customer 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 attached d
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Condition: Customer statement: Noise complaint from the braking system. Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the braking system. Technical Background Brake noises can be attributed to many causes. Eig
160000 STRUCTURE
Condition: Customer statement: Noise complaint from the interior Workshop findings: The noise can be reproduced and clearly assigned to the interior Prior to starting the instructions within this TPI, the Retailer must check and confir
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Condition: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. Technical Background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist Retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfires. Service: The following TPI s
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Condition: Poor engine running, reduced power, engine warning lamp illuminated. Technical Background: Technical Product Information (TPI) to assist Retailers when diagnosing poor engine running or misfires. Service: The following TPI s
010000 STEERING
Condition: Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering 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 reproduce
020000 SUSPENSION
Condition: Customer statement: Noise complaint from the suspension and/or steering 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 reproduce
350000 EQUIPMENT
Customer statement / workshop findings: Customer 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. Technica
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Customer statement / workshop findings: When selecting to update the date (Figure 1) and time (Figure 2) by GPS, the two features will no longer automatically update via GPS. Technical background: A reset to the GPS network has meant the
190000 TIRES
Accessory valve caps - Difficult to remove
200000 WHEELS
Accessory valve caps - Difficult to remove
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 Volt - Battery condition checks
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Brake noise identification
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List
350000 EQUIPMENT
All Vehicle Variants - Spurious DTC List
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Poor Engine Running Complaints (Misfires) Petrol Engines Only
021230 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM
Air spring fault finding
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