Audi Q5 Technical Service Bulletin # 941306 Date: 130214
Lighting - Erroneous Lamp Malfunction Message Displayed
94 Vehicle lights malfunction message in instrument cluster display
94 13 06
2017806/7
February 14, 2013
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-79 dated June 6, 2012 for reasons listed.
2010 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB) Page 694
Vehicle Information
Condition
^ Light bulb warning light and the message Vehicle lights: malfunction is displayed in the instrument cluster display.
^ DTC 03280 (Light switch position implausible signal) is stored in the vehicle electrical system control module, J519 (09).
^ Exterior lights are functioning properly.
Technical Background
If the headlight switch is moved to an intermediate position and remains there, the light bulb warning light and the error message appear after
approximately ten seconds (Figure 1).
2010 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB) Page 695
Once displayed, the message turns off after approximately five seconds. The light bulb warning light turns off only after the headlight switch is
turned to a defined position, and the status of DTC 03280 is changed to sporadic.
After 40 driving cycles without an implausible signal detected, the DTC is automatically cleared.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
Determine if the above situation applies to the vehicle, and explain the background to the customer. Replacing parts does not change the behavior.
Warranty
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service
manuals for the latest information.
Lighting - Erroneous Lamp Malfunction Message Displayed
94 Vehicle lights malfunction message in instrument cluster display
94 13 06
2017806/7
February 14, 2013
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-79 dated June 6, 2012 for reasons listed.
2010 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB) Page 694
Vehicle Information
Condition
^ Light bulb warning light and the message Vehicle lights: malfunction is displayed in the instrument cluster display.
^ DTC 03280 (Light switch position implausible signal) is stored in the vehicle electrical system control module, J519 (09).
^ Exterior lights are functioning properly.
Technical Background
If the headlight switch is moved to an intermediate position and remains there, the light bulb warning light and the error message appear after
approximately ten seconds (Figure 1).
2010 Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB) Page 695
Once displayed, the message turns off after approximately five seconds. The light bulb warning light turns off only after the headlight switch is
turned to a defined position, and the status of DTC 03280 is changed to sporadic.
After 40 driving cycles without an implausible signal detected, the DTC is automatically cleared.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
Determine if the above situation applies to the vehicle, and explain the background to the customer. Replacing parts does not change the behavior.
Warranty
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service
manuals for the latest information.
