******** Audi A8L Quattro Sedan (4E8) V8-4.2L (BVJ) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401004 Date: 100401

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2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

189

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

Warranty

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

190

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 # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

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Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

319

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

135

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

136

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

162

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

163

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

501

Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

502

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 Wagon (8K5) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

506

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

507

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 Coupe (8T3) V8-4.2L (CAUA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

241

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

242

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

Warranty

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

243

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 # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

476

Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

477

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 Roadster (8J9) L4-2.0L Turbo (CDMA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

138

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

139

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 S4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) V6-3.0L SC (CCBA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

157

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

158

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

190

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

191

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

Warranty

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

192

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 # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

Affected Vehicles

Condition

137

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

Shock absorbers with oil marks

138

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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 Quattro Sedan (4F2) V6-3.0L SC (CCAA) Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR # 401004 Date: 100401

Suspension - Shock Absorber Leak Assessment Guide

40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

40 10 04

2018194/4

April 1, 2010.

Supersedes Technical DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR Group 40 number 09-04 dated June 17, 2009 for reasons listed below.

373

Affected Vehicles

Condition

One or several shock absorbers have an oil coating.

Technical Background

---

Production Solution

---

Service

This information is designed to help you assess whether a shock absorber is leaking.

Leaking shock absorbers

A leaking shock absorber is characterized by a wet film of oil running down the pipe. This needs to be replaced.

374

Shock absorbers with oil marks

A light film of dried oil or oil marks on the pipe beneath the dust guard are not clear indication of a leaking shock. These are caused by residues

from filling up the shock during production or slight "condensation" in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for lubrication and reduces the wear

of the seal.

Tip: This does not affect the shock absorber. No repair is necessary.

Tip: For further information see the repair manual under "Shock absorbers, checking."

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.