******** Audi TTS Quattro Roadster (8J9) L4-2.0L Turbo (CDMA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

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1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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

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manuals for the latest information.

******** Audi Q5 Quattro (8RB) V6-3.2L (CALB) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

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AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

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c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 A4 Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

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AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

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c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 Q7 Quattro (4LB) V6-3.0L DSL Turbo (CATA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

320

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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

321

manuals for the latest information.

******** Audi A6 Sedan (4F2) V6-3.2L (CALA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

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a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 A5 Cabriolet (8F7) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

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PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

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

645

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 A6 Quattro Sedan (4F2) V6-3.0L SC (CCAA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

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a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 640

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 641

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 TTS Quattro Coupe (8J3) L4-2.0L Turbo (CDMA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

184

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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

185

manuals for the latest information.

******** Audi TT Quattro Coupe (8J3) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

187

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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

188

manuals for the latest information.

******** Audi S4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) V6-3.0L SC (CCBA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

211

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

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c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 A8L Quattro Sedan (4E8) V8-4.2L (BVJ) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

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CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

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Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 R8 Quattro Coupe (423) V10-5.2L (BUJ)Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

199

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

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c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 A8 Quattro Sedan (4E2) V8-4.2L (BVJ) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

224

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

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Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi 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 S5 Quattro Cabriolet (8F7) V6-3.0L SC (CCBA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 971015 Date: 101020

Electrical - Erratic/Sporadic DTC's Set

97 DTCs, sporadic - contact check

97 10 15

2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

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PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

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

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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.

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2013504/7

October 20, 2010

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-09 dated June 30, 2010 for reasons listed below.

AFFECTED VEHICLE

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CONDITION

Sporadic fault memory entries stored in various control modules.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) by using incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests. Either action may cause intermittent

electrical connections. This may cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

1. Check the contacts on the control module and connector.

a. Verify that all pins and terminals are securely clipped into the connectors.

b. Verify that no pins are bent or deformed.

c. Verify proper crimping as described and illustrated in Figure 1.

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire (Figure 1, A).

^ Pin/terminal must be crimped onto the wire sheathing (Figure 1, B).

2. Mechanically check the contacts on the control module and connector.

Test the individual terminals by using the standard 0.63 mm male pin (see Figure 1 and Parts Table) to verify proper contact. Make sure that the

test pin is not twisted and is inserted correctly into the female terminal. The contact must be tight, but it must still allow the pin to slide into the

terminal of the control module connector.

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Only use the 0.63 mm male pins because the female terminals are designed for these pins, which are the only terminals found in the connectors for

the above-mentioned control modules.

3. If the pin/terminal is deformed, improperly crimped or does not contact correctly, the contact must be replaced with the VAS 1978A repair kit or

ordered in sets.

WARRANTY

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