2012 Audi A4 Avant technical service bulletins
690 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2012 Audi A4 Avant.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin provides informaiton on the use of the PICO-NVH tool (VAS 611 015).
- This bulletin provides information to aid in diagnosing the vehicle locking system.
- This bulletin provides information when the engine is not runing smoothly; all gas engines.
- This bulletin provides information on VIN plates, Safety Certification labels, and ordering procedures.
- This bulletin provides information for reporting safety related information to the manufacturer.
- This bulletin states that technicians are required to report to the manufacturer when a vehicle has...
- This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.
- This bulletin provides information when the license plate mounting bracket threded inserts are stripped.
- This bulletin provides information when the horn sound quality is poor.
- This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
- This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
- This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
- This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required for AC compressor replacements regardless...
- This bulletin provides information about the general approach for brake vibration concerns.
- This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
- This bulletin provides a statement regarding the bottleneck of supply for VW approved oil types VW 504.00...
- This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the...
- This bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of vehicle in dynamic mode.
- This bulletin provides infomraiton when there is a Gearbox warning light; DTC P060B00 stored in the...
- This bulletin provides informaiton when the transmission warning message appears in the cluster; P074100...
- This bulleitn procides informaiton when tehre is a transmission warning mssage in the instrument cluster;...
- This bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster.
- This bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.
- This Reporting Obligation requires technicains to contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) in cases...
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- This bulletin provides diagnostic information for the vehicle locking system.
- This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- This Reporting obligation requests that technicians contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) when the...
- This bulletin provides informaiotn regarding squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering.
- This bulletin provides informaiotn about various infortainment system complaints.
- This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
- The federal safety agency has issued an urgent warning regarding counterfeit replacement airbag inflators...
- This bulletin provides information on VIN Plates, Safety Certification labels, and the ordering procedures.
- This TSB provides information when there are noises from the area around the instrument cluster.
- This bulletin provides informaiotn when there are noises from the headliner.
- This bulletin provides information regarding contact checks for event memories, intermittent.
- This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.
- This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or does not activate.
- This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference.
- This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on, DTC P310B00 in ECM; Vapor pocket formation in fuel...
- This bulletin provides information regarding the general approach for all Audi vehicles regarding brake...
- This bulletin provides informaiton when the license plate mouting bracket threaded inserts are stripped.
- This bulletin provides information about the steering wheel alignment.
- This TSB provides information regarding rotational and other steerihng wheel vibrations.
- This bulletin provides information when tehre is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
- This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the FMC for obtaining vehicle software updates...
- This bulletin provides information for when there is a fluid sample request from Product Support.
- This bulleitn provides information whent here are complaints about route guidance with Navigation.
- This bujlletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements...
- This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the tailpipes.
- This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during...
- This bulleitn provides information regarding UV Leak additive for finding oil leaks.
- This TSB provides information when the Audi advanced key is inoperative; door handle touch sensors.
- This TSB provides informatin when the cigarette lighter element does not eject, or the cigarette lighter...
- This bulletin provides information when there is corrosion on the exhaust tail pipes.
- This bulletin provides information when the anti-theft alarm activates for no reason, or when the...
- This TSB is a label placement guide as required by CARB for remanufactured parts.
- This service information TSB describes a cosmetic issue after using a car wash.
- This TSB provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.
- This bulletin provides informatin when the engine does not run smoothly at idling speeds.
- This bulletin provides information regarding the GFF test plan required for A/C compressr replaements...
- This bulletin provides information regarding various comlaints related to Apple CarPlay with Apple iOS...
- This bulletin provides information about leather care and seat repair.
- This TSB provides information when the exterior rubber trim is spotted.
- This bulletin provides information when noises from wheel input shaft/drive shaft are reported.
- This bulletin provides information when a GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements...
- This bulletin provides informationw hen there are optical defects, scratches, and/or chrome peeling.
- This bulletin provides information in circumstances where there are noises/vibration from front of vehicle...
- This bulletin provides information regarding wheel alignment.
- This bulletin provides information when the MIL is on; DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean...
- This TSB Provides information when parking assistance provides false warnings.
- This bulletin provides information when speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference is noted.
- This bulletin provides diagnostic information regarding the locking system.
- Vehicle Concerns Before Recall Repair Available
- This bulletin provides information when ther is an Engine: start/stop system fault shown and start/stop...
- This bulletin provides information pertaining to the GFF test plan required for A/C compressore...
- This bulletin provides guidance in order to provid informaiton regarding preparatoin when calling the Audi...
- This bulletin provides information when there are vibrations and rotational steering wheel vibrations.
- This bulletin provides informationw hen there are car was brush bristles trapped in the seam between the...
- This bulleitn provides information when there is an implausible signal in the ABS/ESC speed sensor.
- This bulletin provides information regarding the general approach to brakes rubbing.
- This bulletin provides informaion regarding zirconium inserts in the bake piston for vehicle equipped with...
- This bulletin provides information when there are noises and/or vibration in tight turns in vehicles with...
- This bulletin proves information when the bluetooth does not work, adaption channel deactivated.
- This bulletin provides service information ror when the fuel tank cannot be fully filled.
- This bulletin offers information about the basic information needed for technical requests for gaerbox...
- This bulletin provides information vibrations and rotational steering wheel vibrations.
- This bulletin provides information when there is a fault shown; Engine: start/stop system, and the start...
- This bulletin provides information when there are noises/vibration from the front of the vehicle while in...
- This bulletin provides information about replacing the clutch end cover.
- This bulletin provides service information pertaining to noises from wheel input shaft/drive shaft.
- This bulletin provides informaiton when there are speaker rattles, vibrations or audio interference in the...
- This bulletin provides informatin for the GFF test plan that is requied for AC compressor replacements.
- This bulletin provides Audi technicians with information to prepare for contact to the Technical...
- This bulletin provides informaiton for when the horn sound quality is poor.
- This bulletin provides informaiton when there are speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference.A1
- This bulletin provides informationw hen there are optical concerns with the tail lights.
- This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibration or audio interference.
- This bulletin provides information when the door handle touch sensors for Audi advanced key are inoperative.
- This bulletin provides information when there is noise while steering.
- This bulletin provides information when the exterior trunk handle is inoperative.
- This bulletin provides information on the ordering procedures for VIN Plates, and Safety Certification labels.
- This bulletin provides information when the air conditioning is no longer operative; DTC 00457, 00256, 01592.
- This bulletin provides general information regarding outside air temperature readings.
- This bulletin provides information when the sunglass holder will not close or is stuck closed.
- This bulletin provides information when there is noise from around the instrument cluster.
- This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column...
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for leaking shock absorbers.
- Parts are currently blocked from sale at this time.
- Body components
- This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries...
- This bulletin contains information regarding when the message 'Vehicle lights: malfunction' appears with...
- 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions
- This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of...
- This bulletin contains instructions for when the anti-theft alarm went off for no reason or did not go off
- This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer
- This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion...
- This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19....
- This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering...
- This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD Creator program
- This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading
- This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements
- This bulletin contains general software update instructions for vehicles with PR Code 7UH. 2016-2020 A3,...
- This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries...
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
- This informational bulletin contains instructions for minimizing the risk of an unintentional opening of...
- This bulletin explains the extended warranty for the timing chain/timing chain tensioner in certain vehicles
- This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level...
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
- This informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD creator program.
- This bulletin provides repair instructions when coolant control valves have coolant inside of their...
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a rattle or knocking noise is head when driving over...
- This bulletin explains the extended warranty for the timing chain/timing chain tensioner in certain vehicles
- This technical service bulletin contains instructions for pressure washing ports to resolve an "AIR system...
- This bulletin explains the extended warranty for the timing chain/timing chain tensioner in certain vehicles.
- This bulletin contains instructions for removing the HD radio feature if requested by the customer.
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for various squeaks and/or rattles that are heard from the roof...
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the vehicle will not start and DTC P068A00 is stored.
- This informational bulletin explains why an error message appears when using the AMI.
- This bulletin contains instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
- Revision to Tires-rotate: 5K only; added "(except R8)"
- This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in...
- This bulletin instructs the reader to diagnose issues with fuel pressure and to replace the fuel delivery...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all tail lamps with the part number listed that are...
- This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the...
- This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel...
- This informational bulletin contains procedure information for DTC 00468 with error messages on the radio...
- This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the...
- This informational bulletin contains knowledge on why oil may appear on one or several of the shock absorbers.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- This bulletin details instructions on handling when the oil minimum message appears but the oil level is...
- This technical service bulletin provides guidelines for diagnosing the clutch plate.
- This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing...
- This bulletin contains repair information for when the remote key has low range or the functions do not work
- This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has...
- Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians...
- This bulletin provides a software update for a transmission warning light and in some cases the vehicle...
- This bulletin provides information on removing a damaged screen from the non-return valve.
- This bulletin provides software update information for the mmmi 3G or rmc for navigation data.
- This technical bulletin provides an explanation for a one-time DTC that appears in the control module.
- This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor and...
- This bulletin provides information on removing a damaged screen from the non-return valve.
- This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
- This bulletin provides repair information when coolant control valves have coolant inside of their...
- This technical bulletin provides instructions for an an error message and updating with an SVM code.
- This bulletin provides troubleshooting for a front brake squeal sound with light to moderate pressure.
- This bulletin provide instructions for when there are harsh gear shifts but there is no faults stored and...
- This bulletin details instructions on handling when the oil minimum message appears but the oil level is...
- The bulletin states a normal function of the headlight switch and how to fix but not replace
- Running gear: audi magnetic ride - knocking noises from rear shocks on S3 (8V) and tts (FV)
- This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to diagnose issues with fuel pressure and to replace...
- This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to diagnose issues with fuel pressure and to replace...
- This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to replace the auxiliary coolant pump if certain dtcs...
- This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel...
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
- Modified wiper blade check for us: wiper blades check condition and replace if necessary (usa only)...
- This technical service bulletin provides instructions for replacing the coolant thermostat with a new part...
- This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to test for and replace a defective oil level sensor.
- This technical service bulletin describes how to flush atf before replacing the TCM to resolve an issue...
- This technical service bulletin notifies the reader that if the TPMS message appears briefly after the...
- This technical service bulletin contains instructions for pressure washing ports to resolve an "air system...
- This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap...
- This technical service bulletin explains possible causes for the rearview camera to not display an image.
- This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and resolve issues with audi connect online...
- The technical service bulletin is in regards to the MIL being on due to DTC P1B1C00 (coolant pump...
- Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly
- Steering angle sensor cannot be programmed
- Customer reports seeing the messages "TPMS" and "Tire pressure: System malfunction!" in the instrument cluster
- The message "Oil minimum warning, add one quart of oil" appears in the instrument cluster, but the oil...
- A small amount of dry or crusted coolant is seen on the coolant pump housing
- Customer may report that the license plate attachment screws do not install properly
- The MIL is sporadically on. One or more of the following DTCs is stored in the engine control module (ECM,...
- Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers
- The Bluetooth® telephone cannot be connected to the vehicle?s Infotainment system
- VIN plate and/or B-Pillar Safety Certification label requires replacement.
- When the vehicle is completely refueled, the vehicle range (?distance to empty?) that is displayed is...
- The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal
- The traffic feature in the MMI navigation is inoperative
- When the vehicle is driven between 35 mph and 75 mph, a noise can be heard in the front of the vehicle
- The MIL is on. DTCs may be stored in the ECM. Assistance to properly diagnose a fuel pressure sensor...
- The engine judders or runs erratically
- This document contains the fluid capacity chart.
- On certain Audi vehicles with 2.0L TFSI engine, the diaphragm of the crankcase pressure regulating valve...
- This Technical Bulletin provides an overview of HD Radio technology and terminology
- This document contain information on the upcoming emissions service action 17F9 in regards to the...
- While using Audi connect, the customer cannot access the online destination search and/or the Google Earth...
- After the comfort system central control module, J393 (address word 05) is replaced, the control module...
- Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
- DO NOT use this TSB if there is another TSB for same concern applicable to the VIN. This TSB is only...
- ?Low Oil Level? message is on in the DIS or MMI. The hood must be open for at least 30 seconds for a reset of
- Various squeaks and/or rattles are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof
- The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
- This document contains the scheduled maintenance intervals
- While using Audi connect, the customer cannot access the online destination search and/or the Google Earth...
- This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor
- Various squeaks and/or rattles are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof
- The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener...
- This document contains the important email to all Audi dealership personnel in regards to the immediate...
- A check with the engine oil service dipstick T40178 is necessary, but the adjustment values for the...
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- The sunglass holder in the dome light assembly will not latch closed or is stuck closed
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Customer may report poor performance of A/C system or that the A/C system is inoperative
- The trunk cannot be unlocked with the button on the remote, with the button in the driver?s door panel, or...
- Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the...
- Audi: all audi 2011-2012 model year with an 2.0 tfsi engine will be extending the warranty on all fuel...
- Audi: some 2011-2012 audi vehicles with 2.0 tfsi engines will have the warranty extended for intake...
- Audi: some vehicles will experience warning coolant level is on, elevation of engine temperature, an...
- The MIL is on. Climate system heating performance is insufficient
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on or...
- Clutch is not operating properly
- Customer may complain about brake squeak or squeal with light to moderate pedal pressure.
- Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming...
- There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system
- MMI freezes or crashes and restarts when telephone address book is searched
- The navigation map update database 8R0051884CJ cannot be activated using Software Version Management.
- This document contains a fluid capacity chart as well as a chart that contains the parts and part numbers...
- The MIL is on. "Coolant System: Fault Turn Off Engine" and the coolant symbol appears in the information panel
- On generation III Concert and Symphony radios, the control knob or volume knob is broken or loose
- A check with the engine oil service dipstick T40178 is necessary, but the adjustment values for the...
- Sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules
- Part or all of the daytime running lights do not work on vehicles equipped with LED daytime running lights
- When a phonebook with a large number of contacts is being downloaded, the MMI screen freezes Briefly after...
- There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system
- Group "A" complaints: Valid for vehicles with MMI software below version 566
- The washer solvent level warning is on in the DIS, but the washer solvent level is correct
- A squealing, howling, or whistling noise may be heard coming from under the vehicle
- The customer complains about the picture quality of rearview backup camera image in the MMI screen
- Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front...
- The headlight switch knob was designed with a normal position and a pushed-in position
- The panel on the back of the front seat is warped or dented
- This document contains general information on the upcoming warranty extension on the high pressure fuel pump.
- Customer may report that the license plate attachment screws do not install properly
- Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the...
- The following message appears on the MMI display: "Device or cable type not supported". The AMI cable...
- Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed
- Customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out
- The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in...
- This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01,...
- The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the following message: "Vehicle...
- Rattling noises are heard from the timing chain drive for about 1-3 seconds after the first engine start...
- The brake pad wear indicator comes on, but brake pad thickness is above the wear limit.
- Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase
- The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the following message: "Vehicle...
- Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
- Customer may report that the transmission warning light comes on. There are no drivability/starting concerns
- This document contains information on the warranty extension for fuel injectors.
- Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist
- High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a...
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- The customer may report flickering of the dash insert lighting, of the A/C control panel lighting, or of...
- This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees
- The engine warning light is on after engine replacement
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- DTCs may be stored in the heating and air conditioning electronics control module
- A check with the engine oil service dipstick T40178 is necessary, but the adjustment values for the...
- The following message appears on the MMI display: ?Device or cable type not supported?. The ?Device or...
- The exterior door handle touch sensors (Audi advanced key) are inoperative on one or several doors
- MIL on. DTCs may be stored in the engine control module (ECM). Assistance to properly diagnose a fuel...
- Steering wheel appearance damaged due to external impact (e.g., contact with finger nails, zippers,...
- The A/C Compressor has been diagnosed as faulty and will be replaced under warranty
- The iPod or the USB memory stick is not recognized or the iPod is not charged when either unit is...
- The Audi MMI system will not play audio files from an SD card
- The engine warning light is on after engine replacement
- Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
- A jerky accelerator response is felt when the vehicle is pulled away from a stop in reverse
- A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces
- Customer may report poor A/C performance or that A/C is inoperative
- Customer may report harsh shift concerns, but the customer is unable to determine the shift point because...
- The customer would like to add a different navigation map database for countries outside of the USA or Canada
- Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated
- There is no customer complaint with this concern
- Customer may report that the transmission warning light is on. DTC P060B00 (2528) (Internal Control Module...
- Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
- Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough
- The washer solvent level warning is on in the DIS, but the washer solvent level is correct
- Customer vehicle is fitted with unauthorized ECM tuning
- The engine judders or runs erratically
- Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
- A DTC with the description ?Invalid Data Record? is stored after an ECU has been replaced or updated
- The MMI control knob joystick is loose or has fallen off
- The sunglass holder in the dome light assembly will not latch closed
- Rattling noises are heard coming from underneath the vehicle
- The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle ?locked...
- The MIL is on. DTCs may be stored in the ECM. Assistance to properly diagnose a fuel pressure sensor...
- This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version...
- Brake-related vibration and pulsation has several causes that depend on driving style and resulting brake...
- Audi: when turning, the steering feels stiff and occurs even when vehicle is stationary
- The customer states that the steering feels stiff during turning
- Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming...
- Motronic engine control power supply isnt functioning properly
- The yellow warning for electromechanical parking brake (EPB) appeared once in the instrument cluster
- A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces
- Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
- Squeaking noises are heard when the steering wheel is turned or maneuvered
- Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers.
- Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
- Transmission warning may appear in instrument cluster
- Scenario A is after the engine is started, the message "TPMS" appears briefly then turns off
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- The MIL is on. DTC P029900 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored as a static fault in the engine control...
- Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the...
- Customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the accelerator...
- Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated
- There is no customer complaint with this concern
- Customer may report that the transmission warning light is on. DTC P060B00 (2528) (Internal Control Module...
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- Due to a process fault, the gearbox was filled with ATF fluid containing sulphur on Audi vehicles with...
- Due to a process fault, the gearbox was filled with ATF fluid containing sulphur on Audi vehicles with...
- The panel on the back of the front seat is warped or dented
- A squealing, howling, or whistling noise may be heard coming from under the vehicle
- Transmission warning may appear in instrument cluster
- The ignition key cannot be removed even though the gear shifter is in Park (P). The vehicle is...
- A jerky accelerator response is felt when the vehicle is pulled away from a stop in reverse
- Customer may report that the vehicle does not start due to a discharged battery
- The driver information system (DIS) display screen is completely blank or appears to be all white
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Apple® devices with the new 8-pin plug will not play videos using the Audi Music Interface
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- The MIL is on. Vehicle will not start
- The customer complains that when he or she is trying to place a phone call from the vehicle while using a...
- Customer complains that during Bluetooth calls, the person at the other end has trouble hearing the...
- On generation III Concert and Symphony radios , the control knob or volume knob is broken or loose
- When the vehicle is completely refueled, the vehicle range (?distance to empty?) that is displayed is...
- After the airbag control module (J234) has been replaced, the control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual
- The MIL is on. Vehicle will not start
- Echo effects, caller on either end cannot hear conversation, sound distortion or feedback, and the sound...
- The MIL is on. Vehicle will not start
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp is on. Climate system heating performance is insufficient
- The MMI screen goes blank then restarts or the MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers when a...
- The vehicle's anti-theft alarm sounds when the driver door is unlocked with a mechanical key
- There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system
- The panel on the back of the front seat is warped or dented
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- DTCs may be stored in the heating and air conditioning electronics control module (address word 08)
- The MMI screen goes blank then restarts or the MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers when the...
- The process of draining oil through the drain plug is not always tidy
- Rattling noises are heard from the front axle when the vehicle is driven over bumpy or rough roads
- A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces
- Audi: due to damage ABS wheel speed sensor during production, some vehicles may experience steering wheel...
- Steering wheel does not lock
- Audi: the engine would have a rough idle, different misfire faults or reduced performance without loss of...
- The MIL is on. There is a rough idle
- Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the...
- The Audi MMI system will not play audio files from an SD card
- The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the ?Vehicle lights: malfunction?...
- Under certain conditions, permanent mode $0A DTC codes concerning the fuel pump power stage module may...
- Customer may report that the steering wheel vibrates or pulsates when the brakes are applied
- Audi: some vehicles would experience rough idle, driving power reduced, illumination of malfunction...
- Audi: once vehicle is locked and door is checked, door fails to re-opened when using outside door handle.
- The door cannot be opened from outside with the outer door handle, but it can be opened with the inner handle
- During a Bluetooth call, the sound is difficult to hear for the other party
- Audi: when vehicle is stationary, the steering will feel still when turning and the steering shaft needs...
- The customer states that the steering feels stiff during turning
- Audi: on certain vehicles, use calibrated torque wrench and not torque sticks, torque extension bars and...
- Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment
- Audi: information provided regarding warranty extension on carbon buildup removal, engine cylinder head...
- Cruise control deactivates sporadically or cannot be activated
- The customer reports hearing a rattling or knocking noise when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road...
- Ignition lock faulty" message is displayed in the driver information display with the symbol shown at right
- Vibration noises from the doors or the rear parcel shelf are heard, particularly when heavy bass audio is...
- The armrest will not operate in any direction
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- The customer complains of hearing a creaking or knocking noise from the front of the vehicle when the...
- Customer complains of excessive oil consumption
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- The navigation DVD or other CD/DVD cannot be ejected
- Rough idle or reduced driving power and, in turn, an illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on the...
- This communication is to inform you of upcoming Update 28G6. There are 79,232 Audi vehicles affected in...
- The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle ?locked...
- Customer complains of excessive oil consumption
- This document contains the Audi oil capacity chart.
- After the airbag control module (J234) has been replaced, the control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual
- The A/C Compressor has been diagnosed as faulty and will be replaced under warranty
- Customer reports sound system ?pops? and loses audio for a few seconds (for vehicles with base sound...
- The customer may report a discharged battery when trying to start the vehicle
- Battery testing and charging for vehicles equipped with a Battery Data Manager (BDM
- Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
- Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
- Electronic oil consumption measurement
- This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair Authorization on this topic
- When making minor steering movements while driving in a straight line in Audi vehicles with...
- The outer door seals have become partially detached
- This communication is to inform you of that Update 48K8 has been revised to include a warning to ensure...
- Steering wheel does not lock
- Various features in the rear passenger compartment are inoperative
- Seat memory function does not work
- Squeaking noises are heard when the steering wheel is turned or maneuvered
- Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the...
- MIL on. DTC P0234 (Turbo/Super Charger Overboost Condition) is stored in the engine control module, J623...
- Customer is inquiring about retrofitting the MMI system with a language pack or map database outside of...
- The engine warning light is on after engine replacement
- Steering wheel appearance damaged due to external impact (e.g., contact with finger nails, zippers,...
- Sound system ?pops? and loses audio for a few seconds (for vehicles with base sound system)
- Audi: the transmission control module software would illuminate in instrument cluster and vehicle fails to...
- Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp is on. Climate system heating performance is insufficient
- The Bluetooth® telephone cannot be connected to the vehicle?s Infotainment system
- Moisture in the driver or front passenger foot well
- The driver information system (DIS) display screen is completely blank or appears to be all white The...
- Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed
- Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming...
- The vehicle alarm activates for no reason and it cannot be turned off
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
- Audi: updated information on power steering control unit software, in some vehicles, with...
- This communication is to inform you of upcoming Update 48K8. When making minor steering movements while...
- Humming or metallic rattling noise from under the vehicle, heard most consistently during engine idle or...
- As part of Audi's ongoing commitment to our environment, Audi is extending the Emissions Control Systems...
- Engine and engine cooling
- Audi: presence of coolant loss inside electrical connector, causes engine warning light to illuminate and...
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp is on. Climate system heating performance is insufficient
- Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
- Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
- Sound system "pops" and loses audio for a few seconds (for vehicles with base sound system) or sound...
- This document contains information on the Audi braking guard.
- This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
- Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the...
- The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle "locked...
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- Low Oil Level" message is on in the DIS or MMI. The hood must be open for at least 30 seconds for a reset of
- When a phonebook with a large number of contacts is being downloaded, the MMI screen freezes in one of the...
- Audi: in some vehicles, the clutches, after having torque converter, complete gearbox replacement or...
- Rough gear changes, both when accelerating and when slowing down
- Some telephone numbers that were downloaded via Bluetooth® are stored with additional, unrelated numbers...
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- The customer complains that when he or she is trying to place a phone call from the vehicle while using a...
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- The customer is able to program one or more of the Homelink buttons using their garage door remote, but...
- Audi: the connection of water pump and hose, on some vehicles, leading to heater core, has a coolant...
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- Customer reports seeing the messages "TPMS" and "Tire pressure: System malfunction!" in the instrument cluster
- Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the...
- The vehicle alarm activates for no reason and it cannot be turned off
- The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener...
- Audi: on some vehicles the turbocharger waste gate flap is loose
- Customer may report sporadically hearing the parking brake being actuated after the vehicle has been...
- Sequence of error messages are seen on the radio display screen after a CD was loaded into or removed from...
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- Excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers
- The customer is able to program one or more of the Homelink buttons using their garage door remote, but...
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- The MMI control knob joystick is loose or has fallen off
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- Customer may report that the vehicle does not start or only starts when the clutch pedal is pressed very...
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- MIL on, DTC P0299 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored
- The trim panel at the defroster vent on the instrument panel is deformed
- Customer may report the license plate attachment screws do not install properly
- Audi: some vehicles may lack power or will not move after stop due to simultaneously depressing the brake...
- Audi: the vehicle lights malfunction message may be displayed on the dashboard cluster
- Audi: some vehicles, in cold weather, occasionally, cannot be unlocked using the door handle touch sensor
- Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the...
- Audi: some vehicle may experience coolant loss
- Customer may report that the transmission warning light comes on. There are no drivability/starting concerns
- Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated
- Customer may report transmission warning lamp illuminated in instrument cluster
- The master key with remote control does not engage or stay in the ignition lock
- The fresh air blower is inoperative
- MIL on. Rough idle
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- Audi: when braking, would have harsh downshifts and hesitation concerns and also upshifts 1-2 are harsh
- Hesitation concerns, harsh downshifts when braking, or harsh 1-2 upshifts
- MIL on, DTC P0299 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored
- This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
- MIL on, DTC P0299 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored
- Customer may report transmission warning light is illuminated
- Headlight switch knob is pressed in. The switch functions correctly
- The trim panel at the defroster vent on the instrument panel is deformed
- Customer complains of a "popping" noise from the radio followed by 10-15 seconds of no audio
- Customer complains of excessive oil consumption
- Steering wheel lock does not work
- The door cannot be opened from outside with the outer door handle, but it can be opened with the inner handle
- Oil filter cartridge requires replacement.
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- The exterior door handle touch sensors (Advanced key) are inoperative on one or several doors
- Customer complains of excessive oil consumption
- The engine warning light is on after engine replacement
- Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently
- Customer may report transmission warning lamp illuminated in instrument cluster
- Customer may report that the transmission warning light comes on. There are no drivability/starting concerns
- Customer feels vibration from 55
- Customer complains of excessive oil consumption
- Light bulb warning light and the message Vehicle lights: malfunction is displayed in the instrument...
- Customer may report that the transmission warning light comes on. There are no drivability/starting concerns
- Customer may report transmission warning light comes on. No drivability/starting concerns
- Customer may report transmission warning lamp illuminated in instrument cluster
- Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently
- Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist
- Customer may report transmission warning lamp illuminated in instrument cluster
- The customer may claim that when adjusting the climate system temperature or air distribution that noises...
- Customer may report gearbox warning light on. In some cases after starting vehicle and placing into gear...
- Customer may report harsh downshifts while braking or harsh 1-2 upshift under acceleration
- Engine oil consumption too high
- The customer may state that the outside ambient temperature display is incorrect
- Customer may report transmission warning light comes on. No drivability/starting concerns
- Customer may report harsh downshifts while braking or harsh 1-2 upshift under acceleration
- Audi: there is a gap between body and sealing surface of drain hose that allows condensation from...
- Moisture in the driver or front passenger foot well
- The door cannot be opened from outside with the outer door handle, but it can be opened with the inner handle
- Audi: when fuel tank is completely empty, instrument cluster display zero miles for fuel range and...
- Customer may report harsh downshifts while braking or harsh 1-2 upshift under acceleration
- The instrument cluster displays a fuel range of zero miles before the fuel tank is completely empty
- Customer may report transmission warning lamp illuminated in instrument cluster
- Part or all of the daytime running lights do not work on vehicles with LED DRLs. For vehicles with halogen...
- MIL on. Engine misfire
- Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front...
- Complaints are reported by the customer regarding electrical features and functions in the vehicle
- The outer door seals have become partially detached
- The symbol for dynamic steering is illuminated in the instrument cluster
- Complaints are reported by the customer regarding electrical features and functions in the vehicle
- Oil consumption measurement
- Audi: cracks has formed in lens, causing condensation behind the lens, making inoperative the signal...
- The turn signal indicator lens is inoperative without any damage from outside influence
- This document contains the fluid capacty chart.
- The customer may report that the illumination of the dash insert, the air conditioning control panel or...
- The outer door seals have become partially detached
- The outer door seals have become partially detached
- Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist
- Audi: cracks forming in lens due to amount of tension and improper installation which causes condensation...
- Audi: back up camera image is incorrect or off, too bright, too dark, fuzzy, distorted or opaque
- Audi: instrument cluster display illuminates with vehicle lights malfunction when light bulb is out
- Audi: when selecting reverse gear, the picture of rearview camera fails to appear, sporadically. certain...
- Audi: vehicle doors CAN only be opened from the inside and but fails to re-open from the outside, using...
- Audi: door cannot be opened from the outside, it CAN only be opened from the inside
- Audi: vehicle have issues with ignition key CAN not be removed from ignition; vehicle in park position but...
- Audi: when pressing firmly on clutch pedal, certain model year vehicles may or may start.
- Audi: some model year vehicles must have the service part for the airbag control unit coded and/or...
- Audi: on certain model year 2008 to 2013 vehicles, during adjustment or removal, brake light sensors being...
- Audi: bulletin to assistance in fuel pressure sensor being diagnose properly.
- Audi: guidelines and tips for fuel pump electronics diagnosis.
- Audi: due to related engine electronics, the control unit and in tank fuel pump requires diagnosis.
- Audi: assistance in diagnosing fuel pressure SENSOR-G247, properly.
- Audi: key does not stay or engage in ignition lock. on vehicles without advanced key, the remote keys are...
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