Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 171226 Date: 120120

Instruments/Fuel System - Distance To Empty Display Info

17 Distance to empty display in on-board computer: General Information

17 12 26

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Affected Vehicles

Condition

Customer statement:

^ After refueling, a different "distance to empty" (vehicle range) is shown than last time the fuel tank was filled.

^ The vehicle range display drops inconsistently.

^ After refueling, the vehicle range display does not change for a long period of time.

^ When driving on hilly roads for a long time the vehicle range display suddenly changes significantly.

There are no DTCs in J285 (address word 17) related to fuel senders.

This condition does not involve or affect the accuracy of the fuel level indicator, but only the estimated distance to empty display on the on-board

computer.

Technical Background

The primary purpose for the range display is to prevent the vehicle from running out of fuel, meaning well before the tank is totally empty a warning

will be given and the range may show 0 miles. The warning (acoustic warning and fuel low indicator) is provided as soon as the fuel gauge needle

enters the red zone.

The average and instant consumption figures shown in the on-board computer are not used for calculating the range. The range is calculated using an

internal, weighted value instead. Two different calculation methods (filter algorithms) are used for determining the range display:

1) Vehicles before model year 2009:

Audi A3 (8P), A4 (8E), A6 (4F) up to model year 2008, A8 (4E), Audi Q7 (4L) up to model year 2008, TT (8J) and all predecessors:

Only consumption figures of the last 50 kilometers (31 miles) are included, whereby the last kilometer has the highest weighting and the first the

lowest.

If the driver drives efficiently right before he refuels the vehicle, this can cause the vehicle range display to be noticeably higher than the previous

fill-up. Conversely, an aggressive driving style can cause the fuel range display to be lower than previous.

2) Vehicles from model year 2009:

Audi A4 (8K), A5 (8T), A6 (4F) from model year 2009, A6 (4G), A7 (4G), A8 (4H), Audi Q5 (8R), Audi Q7 (4L) from model year 2009 and all

successors.

A gradual driving profile is built from the last 50 kilometers (31 miles) and 500 kilometers (310 miles): The short-term consumption figures over the

last 50 kilometers (31 miles) and the long-term figures over 500 kilometers (310 miles) are included in the calculation, which is also based on the

tank volume.

With this method the range display can only rise when driving efficiently for extended periods, resulting in a more realistic "expected" fuel range.

Tip: With both methods the range display after filling up depends on the driving style before filling up. This means the range displayed after fill-up

will not be the same in all cases. In addition, the remaining range display does not refer to the whole tank volume. It only indicates a trend based on

the short to medium-term fuel consumption.

Production Solution

Not Applicable.

Service

Explain the operation to the customer.

Warranty

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.

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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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 420901 Date: 090602

Suspension - Rear Suspension Rumble/Rattle Noise

42 Rumble or rattle noise from rear

42 09 01

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June 2, 2009

Affected Vehicles

77

Condition

Rumble or rattle noise from the rear wheel suspension.

Technical Background

Loose stone guard on lower trailing arm.

Production Solution

Service

Install improved stone guard with stronger lugs onto rear lower trailing arms.

Warranty

Required Parts and Tools

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 961237 Date: 120611

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Accessories - Can't Program Garage Door Opener

96 Garage door opener cannot be programmed to HomeLink system

96 12 37

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June 11, 2012.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 10 - 10 dated August 25, 2010 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the Garage Door Opener Control Module J530.

Technical Background

The following issues have been identified as root causes of unsuccessful HomeLink(R) programming:

^ The customers HomeLink(R) system may not be compatible with J530.

^ The battery in the handheld transmitter may be too weak for a good signal.

The battery charge may be sufficient to operate the garage door opener, but not enough to program the remote transmitter to the vehicle

system.

^ A4 Model Years 2005 - 2006 and A3 Model Year 2009: The actual location of the garage door opener control module differs from the location

shown in the owner's manual (opposite side of front bumper).

^ The customer may misunderstand the programming procedure. In particular, if the customers HomeLink(R) system is using an alternate code.

^ The handheld transmitters programming function may become inoperative.

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^ Interference prevents the communication between handheld transmitter and J530.

Tip: If the vehicle flashes during the programming of a handheld transmitter this does not necessarily indicate that the programming was successful,

only that the vehicle has recognized and saved a signal.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

1. Ask the customer to visit www.homelink.com.

^ The customer can verify that the HomeLink(R) system is compatible with the vehicles garage door opener by contacting Johnson Controls

Customer Service at www.homelink.com.

^ Further information about HomeLink(R) programming issues can be found at www.homelink.com.

2. Ask the customer replace the battery in their handheld transmitter or to use another handheld transmitter.

3. If the HomeLink(R) system is using an alternate code, ask the customer to reset and resynchronize the HomeLink(R) system. This will allow

the receiver transmitters limited memory, which may be full, to be deleted. Information can be found in the owners manual of the customers

HomeLink(R) system.

4. Ask the customer to hold the button down or press the button frequently during the programming procedure. Some handheld transmitters stop

transmitting a signal after 10 seconds.

5. If the vehicle is an A4 Model Year 2005 - 2006 or A3 Model Year 2009: J530 is installed on the left front side and not on the right front side

as described in the owners manual. Inform the customer of the correct location of the garage door opener control module.

Warranty

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.

Additional Information

The following Technical Service Bulletin(s) offer additional information:

^ 2029384 96 Garage door opener intermittently loses programming

^ 2026599 96 Garage door opener cannot be programmed to Homelink - A8 (D4), A7, A6

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 571160 Date: 111021

Keyless Systems - Key Memory Settings Are Not Available

57 Personalized memory settings of the key are not available

57 11 60

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October 21, 2011.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 10 - 35 dated October 18, 2010 for reasons listed below.

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Affected Vehicles

Condition

The customer may report that personalized memory settings (for example, electric exterior mirror, seat memory, radio, air conditioning, electric

steering wheel, etc.) are inoperative or incorrectly assigned when using the remote key.

Technical Background

The memory settings for each key are stored in the individual control unit (depending on the function) and not in the key itself.

Only the identification of the currently used remote key is transmitted on the CAN bus. Each participating control unit sets its own adjustments.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

To rule out the key as the root cause, check whether the remote key is correctly identified by the vehicle.

Tip: Only keys on positions 1 to 4 are included in the personalized memory settings functions. Keys from position 5 cannot be personalized.

^ A3, TT, R8: Check MVB 10 in the convenience control unit (address word 46).

^ A4 (B7), A4 Cabriolet: Check MVB 7 in the convenience control unit (address word 46).

^ A4 (B8), A5, Audi Q5: Check MVB 10 in the control unit for access/start authorization (address word 05).

^ A6 (C6), Audi Q7: Check MVB 11 in the control unit for access/start authorization (address word 05).

^ A8 (D3): Check MVB 6 in the control unit for access/start authorization (address word 05).

^ A6 (C7), A8 (D4): Check MVB 10 in the control unit for access/start authorization (address word 05).

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If the identification of the key is correctly displayed, the key is operating to manufacturer specification.

The root cause for the condition must therefore be found in one of the participating control units.

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 191335 Date: 130325

Cooling System - Coolant ID/Filling/Mixing Information

19 Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants

19 13 35

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March 25, 2013

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011 for reasons listed below.

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Vehicle Information

Condition

Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.

Technical Background

^ G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version.

^ G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines.

^ G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.

Production Solution

No production change required.

Service

Identifying and Mixing Factory Fill Engine Coolants

1. Based on its color, identify which coolant the vehicle was filled with from the factory (Figure 1).

Tip:

Figure 1 is shown for color identification only; coolant packaging may vary.

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2. Using the chart at right, determine if the vehicle has the correct coolant (Figure 2). If a vehicle is found to have the incorrect coolant, drain and

fill the coolant system using the repair manual procedures in ElsaWeb.

Note:

Coolants can be mixed, as described in the chart, but it is always best practice to change the coolant due to reduced corrosion protection

when coolants are mixed (exception: G12++ and G13 are fully compatible).

Note:

W12 6.3 engines require special G13 coolant only: G A13A8JM1. No other coolant is allowed, and no other coolant can be mixed with this

coolant.

Note:

When the coolant is changed due to a cooling system issue, the cooling system should be drained using the repair manual procedures in

ElsaWeb and refilled with water and the engine run for 15 minutes with the heater on to remove any residual coolant. Then drain and fill the

system to the freeze protection ratio listed in ElsaWeb.

Tip:

Cooling system drain and fill due to coolant mixing, or incorrect coolant, is not covered by warranty.

Warranty

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.

Required Parts and Tools

No special tools required.

Additional Information

All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department

and Repair Manuals for the latest information.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 371240 Date: 120228

DSG,A/T - Rough Gear Changes When Accelerating and Decelerating

37 Rough gear changes both when accelerating and slowing down

37 12 40

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February 28, 2012.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

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Rough gear changes both when accelerating and slowing down.

At constant speed without gear change there is a sporadic rough/driving power disruption.

Technical Background

After a Mechatronics, torque converter, or complete gearbox change the clutches must be adapted to the new component; this requires a gradual

move of the clutch linings towards the optimal operating points in the most diverse load conditions. Therefore, sporadic driving power disruptions or

reduced shift comfort are possible over the first 500 miles despite adaptation. With time these issues decrease depending on the driving profile.

This happens also if the adaptation values of the gearbox were deleted.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

The first step in any shift concern should be to check the fluid level and condition. Correct level if low and test drive to recheck for the concern. If

burnt or contaminated fluid is found call TAC with fluid sample showing condition before any repairs. If level and condition is okay proceed as

follows.

Sporadic driving power disruptions (jerks) or reduced shift comfort are possible over the first 500 miles as the clutch linings gradually move towards

the optimal operating points in the most diverse load conditions. This is normal operation of the transmission.

After replacing a Mechatronics unit, torque convertor, or a complete gearbox the clutches must be adapted per the procedure from ELSA or GFF.

This may also be required after certain software updates, or if the adaptations were cleared. This GFF or ELSA procedure is required to start the

clutch adaptations properly toward full adaptation. Sporadic driving power disruptions (jerks) or reduced shift comfort are still possible over the first

500 miles despite adaptation as the clutch linings gradually move towards the optimal operating points in the most diverse load conditions.

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 101002 Date: 100914

Engine - Inspect For Debris In Transferred Assemblies

10 Engine replacement, checking for debris lodged in transferred assemblies

10 10 02

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September 14, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 08-05 dated November 20, 2008 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLES

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CONDITION

Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

If the vehicle's engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical

problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses exhaust manifolds, exhaust down-pipes, turbocharger, supercharger

and/or the intercooler.

Note:

If these pieces are not removed prior to the installing and operating the replacement engine, the pieces may be drawn into the combustion chamber

and cause a knocking noise and subsequent serious engine damage.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

Prior to installation of replacement engines, thoroughly inspect and clean the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifold, exhaust downpipes,

turbocharger, supercharger and intercooler.

This is especially important on engines with two stage or variable intake manifolds, which must be checked internally for any signs of debris.

^ If any debris is evident in the intake manifold or cylinder heads ports, replace the manifold. Cleaning of the internal intake paths cannot be 100%

guaranteed. Debris can be lodged in the inner parts of the manifold until the manifold changes intake lengths. The debris may then loosen and

travel into the replacement engine and may cause damage to the replacement engine.

^ This does not mean that every engine replacement will need a new intake manifold. It depends on the extent of mechanical damage.

Tip: Engine damage caused by failure to clean debris from assemblies that are transferred to a replacement engine is not covered by Warranty.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.

REQUIRED PARTS AND TOOLS

No special tool or parts required.

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 971010 Date: 100701

Electrical - Harness Damage From Animal Bites

97 Harness damage from animal bites

97 10 10

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July 1, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 09-04 dated July 30, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

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Condition

The customer may report:

^ Engine warning light illuminated in IP cluster.

^ Reduced driving performance.

^ Engine does not start.

^ Coolant warning light illuminated.

^ ABS warning light illuminated.

^ Parking system warning illuminated in IP cluster

^ Cable or rubber hose damages in the engine compartment.

Workshop findings: Fault code entries in control modules.

Technical Background

Animal damage primarily occurs on easily accessible, exposed cables and on thin cables.

Production Solution

Continuous improvements.

Service

1. On electric cables, the biting damage is difficult to recognize because of the thin sheathing. Disconnect the electric cables to check for damage on

rubber hoses.

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2. Stretch the hose and inspect the damaged area of the cable with a suitable light.

Prickmarks are typical of biting damage (Figures 1 and 2). If pricks are found, animal damage can be assumed.

The cracked/fractured surface in Figure 3 can be diagnosed with damage code "torn" or "broken," although an animal bite was the cause.

Check the adjacent area for pricks by slightly stretching the hose.

Further indications of an animal bite are tattered insulation mats, animal hairs/feathers or paw marks.

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3. Replace the damaged components according to the Repair Manual.

4. To avoid future animal bites, advise the customer to clean the engine compartment. Electrical deterrents and cable protection have proven

effective, but 100% protection cannot be guaranteed.

Warranty

This damage is due to outside influence and is not covered by any Audi warranty.

Additional Information

Recommended animal protection measures:

^ Electric deterrents. Similar to electric fences, these deterrents ensure effective and sustainable protection. Animals are driven away by harmless

electric shocks. Such systems are commercially available.

^ Cable protection. Slotted corrugated pipes of hard plastic are pulled over the cables. No cables must be omitted. Corrugated pipes for cables and

thin hoses are shown in the special parts catalogue under HG 09, UG 71, illustration 979-00. Cables and hoses must not become kinked.

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 901238 Date: 121207

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) 280

Instruments - Incorrect Outside Ambient Temperature Display

90 Outside air temperature reading: General Information

90 12 38

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December 7, 2012.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

The customer may state that the outside ambient temperature display is incorrect.

Technical Background

To achieve a smoothening effect of the displayed outside ambient temperature, the value shown does not instantaneously follow the temperature

sensor measurement. The display will not change faster than 4锟斤拷F (2锟斤拷C) per minute. This concept applies to both falling and rising temperatures.

A programming strategy is also implemented to avoid incorrect readings on a parked vehicle, due to the temperature sensor being affected by outside

influences such as radiant heat from the engine bay, elevated road surface temperatures, etc. Incorrect readings are avoided through the following

logic:

^ After switching the ignition on, temperature changes are only shown after 30 seconds for a stationary vehicle (vehicle speed = zero and engine

switched off).

^ Only when the vehicle drives faster than 12 mph (20 km/h), rising temperature values are displayed during the first 3 miles (5 km).

^ If the measured ambient temperature is above the displayed value, but falling, the display is not changed.

^ When the coolant temperature reaches 104锟斤拷F (40锟斤拷C) and the speed drops to under 12 mph (20 km/h), only falling ambient temperature values

are shown. For example, in stop and go traffic when the vehicle is often below 12 mph (20 km/h), it can take some time before the displayed

temperature is correct.

^ If conditions above are noted during these typical driving scenarios, the sensor is not at fault and does not need to be replaced.

Production Solution

Not Applicable

Service

Explain the operation to the customer.

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 691002 Date: 100519

Restraints - Air Bag Lamp ON/Multiple DTC's Set

69 Airbag light on (DTC B101704, B103604, B101804, or B101904)

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May 19, 2010

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Airbag warning light is on and any one of the following DTCs are present in the 15 Airbag Control Module (J234):

^ DTC B101704 (crash sensor for driver side airbag incorrect)

^ DTC B103604 (crash sensor passenger side airbag incorrect)

^ DTC B101804 (crash sensor for rear side airbag on driver side incorrect)

^ DTC B101904 (crash sensor for rear side airbag on passenger side incorrect)

The functionality of the airbag system is not affected by this condition.

Technical Background

The software in the airbag control module is too sensitive (only at engine startup) when diagnosing the side crash sensors. As a result, the airbag

control module can incorrectly set false DTCs for "crash sensor incorrect". The software in the airbag control module must be updated to repair this

condition. Replacing the side crash sensor will not affect this condition, thus it is not necessary.

Production Solution

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Production vehicles received airbag control units with the optimized software.

Service

1. Delete the DTC from the control unit and proceed with the SVM software update for the airbag control unit.

2. Follow all instructions in the attached TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.

3. Update the Airbag Control Module (J234) using the SVM action code as listed in the table below if necessary.

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.

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Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) 245

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Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) 250

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) 251

Attachment - 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 401224 Date: 120606

Steering/Suspension - Front End Cracking/Rubbing Noises

42 Loud cracking or rubbing noises when steering

40 12 24

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Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) 47

June 6, 2012.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 10 - 03 dated April 1, 2010 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Loud cracking or rubbing noises when turning steering wheel.

Steering is not affected and will operate normally.

Technical Background

^ While steering, the shock absorber stop can chafe on the plastic cap of the suspension strut.

^ If the vehicle is lifted up, the noise disappears.

^ The boot is not properly secured / installed, or is deformed.

Production Solution

Change in production.

Service

Tip: Please ensure this TSB is performed prior to replacing any additional components, such as suspension strut mountings, springs or

steering racks. Failure to properly complete this bulletin may cause claim(s) to be ineligible for reimbursement.

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1. Brush silicon grease G 000 405 A2 on the contact surface of the plastic cap of the suspension strut.

2. Attach the boot correctly on the slots of the upper mounting and the bottom of the damper. Slight deformations of the boot can be pressed out

at room temperature.

If you need further technical assistance, contact the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).

Warranty

Required Parts and Tools

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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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 661115 Date: 110718

Body - Wind Noise From Door Mirrors

66 Wind noise from the exterior rear view mirror housing

66 11 15

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July 18, 2011

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Wind noise heard by the customer at highway speeds.

Technical Background

Air flows through the exterior rear view mirror housing at the seam where the turn signal lamp meets the housing. This causes a high-frequency

whistling tone.

Production Solution

A sealing strip is installed in the exterior rear view mirror housing.

Service

1. Confirm through diagnosis that the source of the wind noise is coming from the exterior rear view mirror housing.

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2. Install a sealing strip on the cover of the housing, as shown in Figure 1.

3. Perform the strip installation to both exterior mirrors, even if the source of the noise is diagnosed as coming from only one of the mirrors.

4. Remove the cap of the exterior rear view mirror housing.

5. Attach a strip of sealing foam tape, Figure 2, (part number 8F0 857 869) in the area of the cover shown in Figure 3. The strip will be the correct

length to extend from the corner of the lip to the angle in the body line; no modification of the strip should be necessary.

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Warranty

Required Parts and Tools

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 911183 Date: 110415

Electrical - Interior Lighting Flickers

91 Dash insert, air conditioning control panel or inside light flickers

91 11 83

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April 15, 2011.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 10 - 43 dated August 9, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLES

40

CONDITION

The customer may report that the illumination of the dash insert, the air conditioning control panel or the inside light flickers when briefly pressing

the accelerator in P or N or when shifting down while driving downhill.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Only vehicles with PR number 8GH may be affected.

When high electricity consumers are switched off and the battery is fully charged, the energy generated by the alternator is sometimes too great for

the power system to absorb. This may lead to briefly increased voltage, and the lights mentioned above may briefly flicker.

This characteristic is caused by the alternator design and is a normal condition of the vehicle.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

No change.

SERVICE

Repairs and parts replacements do not change the above characteristic. Explain to the customer that this phenomenon is not a malfunction.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 911061 Date: 101012

Audio System - Satellite Radio Prematurely Deactivates

91 Satellite radio has prematurely deactivated

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October 12, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 08-83 dated November 10, 2008 for reasons listed below.

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AFFECTED VEHICLES

CONDITION

^ Sirius Satellite radio receiver has prematurely deactivated.

^ There is no audio output, and in most cases the radio can only be tuned to channels 0 or 184.

^ DTC 02635 (Turner not enabled or activated) may be logged in the fault memory of the satellite radio receiver (address word 0F - Radio Tuner

digital, Sirius). In cars with an embedded SDARS tuner (such as the B8 or any vehicle with MMI 3G/3G+), the DTC may be logged in the radio

(address word 56, Radio).

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

The satellite radio receiver is not malfunctioning. It has been deactivated due to a timed-out signal received from Sirius, or the trial period has ended.

Beginning model year 2008, all receivers except A4 models are factory preactivated (FPO). A4 sedan and Avant models will be FPO beginning

model year 2009.

When the vehicle is delivered to the customer, a 3-month trial period begins. The exception is the 2008 Special

Edition A4 vehicles, which have a 12-month trial period.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Have the 12-digit receiver ESN number available.

^ On vehicles equipped with Symphony or Concert radios, the ESN can be seen in the radio display when tuned to channel 0.

^ On vehicles equipped with MMI or Navigation plus (RNS-E), the ESN can be seen in the satellite radio setup menu.

2. Turn the radio on, and position the vehicle outside with a clear view to the sky and away from any buildings.

3. Reactivate the satellite receiver through the Sirius dealer support line.

After the trial period has ended, the customer has the option to purchase a follow-on service plan. When tuned to Sirius, the radio screen will display

a message informing the customer to call Sirius and subscribe.

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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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 231003 Date: 100222

Campaign 23F2 - ECM Update For MIL/O2 Sensor DTC

RVU 23F2 - 2010 Audi A3 TDI clean diesel ECM Update

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February 22, 2010

Affected Vehicles

Condition

This Required Vehicle Update (RVU) has been proactively released to prevent the following condition from occurring in unsold vehicles.

Please note: This RVU applies only to vehicles currently in inventory; this RVU does not apply to sold vehicles.

^ Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated.

^ DTC (Oxygen Sensor, slow response or stuck rich) stored in ECM.

This RVU is in effect until November 30, 2012. After that date, this RVU will expire and no longer be in effect.

Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:

^ Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 23F2 code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair.

^ Vehicle must be within the Federal Emissions Warranty.

^ Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin.

^ Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.

Technical Background

An ECM software update is required.

Production Solution

For vehicles outside of the specified VIN range, the correct ECM software is already flashed.

Service

Tip: It is not necessary to receive a Repair Authorization to perform this or any other TDI clean diesel TSB.

1. Follow all instructions in the attached TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.

2. Update the ECM using the SVM action code as listed in the table above, if necessary.

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Warranty

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Required Parts and Tools

Additional Information

All parts and service references provided in this RVU are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service

manuals for the latest information.

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Attachment - 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

manuals for the latest information. Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 971001 Date: 100127

Computers/Controls - Can't Communicate With Unit J519

97 Cannot communicate with onboard power supply control unit J519

97 10 01

2022641/1

January 27, 2010

Affected Vehicles

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Condition

^ The onboard power supply control unit J519 (address word 09) cannot be reached via the 505X scan tool.

^ No entries are logged in other control units.

Technical Background

Communication with onboard power supply control unit J519 is only possible if the vehicle is completely unlocked.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

Unlock the vehicle with the central locking/unlocking switch located on the driver's door panel.

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 901003 Date: 100329

Electrical - Updated Horn Replacement Procedure

90 Updated horn installation procedure for replacement horns from new part supplier Fiamm

90 10 03

2022975/1

March 29, 2010

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Affected Vehicles

Condition

Updated horn installation procedure for replacement horns from new part supplier Fiamm. Both low and high tone horns will require replacement if

they are not manufactured by Fiamm.

Technical Background

The horn manufacturer has been changed to Fiamm. Different installation procedures are required for Fiamm horns.

Production Solution

New horns from manufacturer Fiamm were introduced into new vehicle production with VIN 8P_AA099068.

Service

1. The wiring harness will require modification because the horn wiring is not long enough for the Fiamm horns.

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Extend the wire length by opening the wire harness wrapping up to the clip of the window washer reservoir. See Figures 3 and 4 (red arrows).

Note:

Ensure the wire insulation is not damaged.

2. Install the upper horn first. The distance from the edge of the horn to the bracket should be about 5 mm (Figure 5, red arrow).

Tip: Use the electrical female connector of the horns for correct alignment.

3. Align the lower horn to the upper horn and install.

4. Connect and check the wiring to both horns; there should be no tension on the wires.

5. Wrap the exposed horn wires with electrical tape for protection.

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Warranty

Required Parts and Tools

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 571141 Date: 110121

Body Controls - Central Locking Inop After Module R/R

57 Central locking inoperative after repair

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January 21, 2011.

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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 10 - 02 dated March 22, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLES

CONDITION

After replacing vehicle electrical system control unit J519 (address code 09), the central locking system is inoperative.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

In the replacement vehicle electrical system control unit, the factory central locking mode is active.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

In vehicle electrical system control unit J519 (address code 09), change the value in adaptation channel 19 from 1 to 0, using vehicle self-diagnosis

in the VAS scan tool.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.

Correcting the adaptation values is considered part of the module replacement repair.

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.

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 941296 Date: 121101

Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L DSL Turbo (CBEA) Technical Service Bulletin # 010911 Date: 091019

Engine Controls - Low Power/Won't Move After Stopping

37 Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop

01 09 11

63

2003658/4

October 16, 2009.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 08-16 dated November 25, 2008 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Customer states:

^ Engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the accelerator is depressed.

^ Vehicle hesitates (lacks power on take-off).

Condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously.

Please review the driving habit of the client. Clients who consciously or unconsciously drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone

to experience this condition.

Technical Background

With the introduction of Electronic Power Control (EPC) (no accelerator cable) to fuel injection systems, an engine RPM control feature has been

incorporated into the engine electronic control system software.

Application of both brake and accelerator pedals at the same time (brake pedal with left foot and accelerator pedal with right foot) results in the

following:

^ Brake pedal function (normal at all times) overrides any throttle application.

^ Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will not be stored.

If brake pedal is applied while accelerator pedal is depressed, after approximately two seconds, engine RPMs will return to idle speed of 1400

RPMs.

If accelerator is applied while brake pedal is depressed, vehicle accelerates slower than usual (reduced engine torque).

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

1. Test drive vehicle with customer to duplicate condition.

2. During test drive, observe customer's driving habits to determine if customer drives and/or brakes with his/her left foot.

3. After test drive with customer, connect a VAS diagnostic tool and check for any stored DTCs.

^ If DTCs are found, repair as necessary.

^ If no DTCs are found, explain the previously listed technical correlation between brake pedal and accelerator functionality to the customer.

-- Brake pedal overrides the accelerator pedal application at all times.

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-- It is best not to drive with the left foot resting on the brake pedal.

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.