******** Audi S5 Quattro Coupe (8T3) V8-4.2L (CAUA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

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May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 A4 Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

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May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

2023187/2

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 157

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 A6 Sedan (4F2) V6-3.2L (CALA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

2023187/2

26

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 TTS Quattro Coupe (8J3) L4-2.0L Turbo (CDMA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

2023187/2

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 Q7 Quattro (4LB) V6-3.0L DSL Turbo (CATA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

2023187/2

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

117

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 A8 Quattro Sedan (4E2) V8-4.2L (BVJ) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

2023187/2

74

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 TT Quattro Coupe (8J3) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

2023187/2

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 S5 Quattro Cabriolet (8F7) V6-3.0L SC (CCBA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

2023187/2

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

100

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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 R8 Quattro Coupe (423) V10-5.2L (BUJ)Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR 401223 Date: 120514

Steering - Squeaking Noise When Turning

40 Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering

40 12 23

40

2023187/2

May 14, 2012.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 10 - 06 dated April 29, 2010 for the reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

Squeaking noises when turning the steering wheel or when maneuvering. The noise may be more prevalent in wet weather.

Technical Background

The folds of the outer rubber boots on the front axle shafts may contact each other when turning the steering wheel. This may cause squeaking

noises, especially when the vehicle is new. The volume and occurrence of the noise dissipates after a short break-in period.

Production Solution

Not applicable.

Service

This is a normal condition. Please explain the Technical Background to the customer.

No parts replacement is necessary. Replacing parts will not correct the concern. Needlessly replaced parts will be debited.

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.