2010 Audi A5 Cabriolet technical service bulletins
827 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2010 Audi A5 Cabriolet.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This bulletin provides information on the zirconium insercts in the brake piston (ceramic brakes only).
- This bulletin provides information when there is an ABS/ESC speed sensor implausible signal.
- This bulletin provides information when there is a paint issue on alloy wheels.
- This bulletin provides information when there is a film/visible rings on the clear glass cover of the...
- This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool
- This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance gives false warnings.
- This bulletin provides information regarding UV leak additive for finding oil leaks.
- This bulletin provides information about vibrations and rotational steering vibrations.
- This bulletin provides information when there are speaker rattles, vibrations, or audio interference.
- This bulletin provides information for all models regarding brake sounds.
- This bulletin provides information regarding the general approach for all Audi vehicles regarding brake...
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 remote control key is inoperative.
- This bulletin provides information on visual concerns with the headlight lens.
- This bulletin provides information for when the steering column adjustment does not work.
- This bulletin contains repair information for when there is a creaking/squeaking from the steering column...
- This bulletin provides information pertaining to MMI Navigation database concerns.
- This bulletin provides information when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative in freezing...
- This bulletin provides information on how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software...
- This bulletin provides information when the parking assistance provides false warnings.
- This bulletin provides information for when the ABS/ESC speed sensor has an implausible signal.
- This bulletin provides general information about the outside air temperature reading.
- This bulletin provides information for when the frameless window auto-drop function is inoperative during...
- This bulletin provides information on the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool for professional noise analysis.
- This bulletin provides information pertaining to when there are foreign objects inside of a headlight or...
- This bulletin provides damage assessment guidelines for textile seat covers.
- This bulletin provides information for when unauthorized/unjustified DTC memory entries are captured in...
- This bulletin provides instructions regarding unauthorized chip tuning (TD1).
- This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
- This bulletin provides information on professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO NVH Tool.
- This bulletin provides information for when the customer has concerns about the navigation route guidance.
- This bulletin provides information for when exterior glass cleaning is needed.
- This bulletin provides information on the GFF test plan required when replacing the A/C compressor.
- This bulletin provides information for instances where the steering wheel leather is damaged.
- This bulletin provides information on checking for debris when replacing an engine.
- This bulletin provides information for when an unpleasant odor is coming from the heating and ventilation...
- This bulletin provides detailed information on the proper documentation of optical concerns for headlights...
- This bulletin provides instructions for ordering replacement Safety Certification labels or VIN plates.
- This bulletin provides information for when the customer advises that there is cracking, grinding,...
- This bulletin provides details on how to properly document optical concerns in headlights and taillights...
- Inside the Rings | Volume 12, Spring 2023
- This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
- This bulletin provides information for when there are noises when braking, and the brake pad thickness is OK.
- This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
- This bulletin provides information on the discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
- This bulletin states that squeaking noises which may be more prevalent in wet weather during steering is...
- This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel...
- In conjunction with the New Mexico DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the Massachusetts DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- This bulletin provides instructions for when the anti-theft alarm has gone off for no reason, or did not...
- In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Takata recall and 3G turndown
- This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
- Support for Customers Affected by Alternator Back-order
- This bulletin provides instructions for when the exterior trim has spots.
- This bulletin advises that the MMI screen may freeze, or go blank and then restart when a special...
- This bulletin contains instructions for when the zirconium inserts found to be not firmly attached during...
- SAFETY RECALLS, COMPLIANCE RECALLS and STOP SALES
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
- In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall...
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for brake noise.
- In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue
- In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- This bulletin explains that the steering wheel may warm up while being held leading to the impression that...
- This bulletin provides instructions on how to properly clean exterior glass.
- In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue
- This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to download and use the Audi Frequency App.
- Message "TPMS" in dash insert
- This informational bulletin contains instructions for when the message "Audi pre sense currently restricted
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
- This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements.
- In conjunction with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Audi sent Takata airbag recall...
- This Document informs dealers on the new Takata warranty extension for 2005-2017 A3, A4 Avant, A4 Sedan,...
- This bulletin provides directions on how to deice a frozen door on vehicles with frameless windows.
- This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor from the heating and...
- This is an informational bulletin containing information about the outside temperature reading.
- This bulletin describes the proper procedure to address a clicking or clacking noise from the wheel bearing
- Dealer Communication: Vehicle Sales Reporting, Reinstatement, and Audit Policy
- In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Audi is sending Takata airbag recall...
- This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
- This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of...
- This informational bulletin provides diagnostic information for brake conditions.
- This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
- In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall...
- This information bulletin provides an explanation for squeaking noises heard when the steering wheel is...
- This bulletin contains general instructions for software updates.
- This informational bulletin explains how the temporary/collapsible spare wheel inflates.
- Dealer Communication
- This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.
- DTC P0234 (Turbo/Super Charger Overboost Condition) is stored in the engine control module, J623 (address...
- This informational bulletin gives instructions for identifying chip tuning.
- In conjunction with the Idaho DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering...
- This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.
- In conjunction with the New York DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the Texas DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries...
- This technical service bulletin reminds the reader to check for metal debris when replacing an engine.
- This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi presense interventions.
- This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean exterior glass.
- This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor in the vehicle.
- Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both...
- This bulletin contains instructions for determining if bushings need to be replaced.
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is radio static when the rear heater is active.
- This informational bulletin contains information on the different shading of LED headlights.
- This bulletin contains instructions for front and/or rear doors cannot be opened or closed in freezing...
- This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at...
- This informational contains instruction on how to document optical concerns for warranty claims.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
- Added new graphic to reflect where to find MY 21 information
- In conjunction with the Michigan Department of State, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder...
- Recall Reminder Part Labels
- In conjunction with the County of Fort Bend, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recalll reminder notices...
- This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer.
- In conjunction with the Tennessee DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the City of Miramar, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately...
- In conjunction with the City of La Puente, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to use the QR code in a TSB.
- This bulletin contains instructions for correcting the phonebook.
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for issues with the navigation map database.
- This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a phone is connected to the vehicle via...
- The informational bulletin explains why during COVID-19 there is winter-blend fuel during a warmer season...
- Effective immediately, TK Services Inc. will resume scheduling part pick-up from dealerships and service...
- This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
- In conjunction with the Nebraska DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Operational Update
- In conjunction with the Ohio DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the Georgia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi sent Takata airbag recall...
- In conjunction with the California Bureau of Automotive Repair, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder...
- This bulletin contains coding information to correct the "talk button is not available/not used."
- Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4...
- New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
- In conjunction with the Pennsylvania DMV, Audi sent Takata airbag recall reminder notices to approximately...
- In conjunction with the Arkansas DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel
- A check with the engine oil service dipstick T40178 is necessary, but the adjustment values for the...
- In conjunction with the Houston Dept
- XPO Phone Outage
- In conjunction with the Florida Dept
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for leaking shock absorbers.
- This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries...
- 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions
- In conjunction with the Minnesota DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- 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
- In conjunction with the North Carolina DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the City of Compton, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Aud will be sending Takata airbag...
- Mailing Information: In conjunction with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor...
- Mailing Information: In conjunction with the New York Department of Motor Vehicles, Audi will be sending...
- Takata Reminder Mailing
- 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 informational bulletin contains instructions for setting up and using the SD creator program.
- 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.
- Takata-Updated Part Return-VW Dealer USA 07-2018
- AUDI Takata Airbag Collection Time Extended
- Email-Audi Takata Airbag Inflator Collection Update
- This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the vehicle will not start and DTC P068A00 is stored.
- We are approaching the changeover period where certain, current (interim remedy) airbag inflators (listed...
- Takata Parts request update.
- This communication informs the dealers of details on the Takata parts allocation.
- Revision to Tires-rotate: 5K only; added "(except R8)"
- This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in...
- 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 informational bulletin contains procedure information for DTC 00468 with error messages on the radio...
- 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 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...
- 69N1, 69N2
- This informational bulletin provides instructions for when DTC P195000 appears but there is no customer...
- 69N1, 69N2 and 69O2
- This informational bulletin contains instructions for sychronizing the remote key after the battery has...
- Technical bulletins and updates
- Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians...
- This bulletin contains a software update for harsh downshifting, a bump felt after the vehicle comes to a...
- This bulletin contains a software update for if the vehicle requires pressing the start button a second...
- This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean the secondary air ports if they have too much carbon and
- This bulletin reminds dealers that SDI Driver Frontal Airbag Inflators should not be returned to the...
- 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 bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor and...
- This bulletin provides repair instructions for when the rearview camera does not work or flickers with DTC...
- This bulletin provides information on removing a damaged screen from the non-return valve.
- This technical service bulletin provides instructions for installing a cord to prevent water leaks at the...
- 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.
- The bulletin states a normal function of the headlight switch and how to fix but not replace
- This technical service bulletin provides instructions for installing a cord to prevent water leaks at the...
- Extended Warranty Coverage for Your Audi
- Audi is extending warranty coverage for the continental airbag control module in certain 2008-2010 my...
- 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.
- 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 instructs the reader to test for excessive oil consumption and update the...
- This bulletin informs the reader to receive diagnosis or authorization from the technical assistance...
- Takata
- Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly
- Customer reports seeing the messages "TPMS" and "Tire pressure: System malfunction!" in the instrument cluster
- TSBs in this newsletters include the MIL on due to DTC P042000 and/or P043000 (Catalyst system Bank 1/2,...
- Gearbox warning light on (DTCs P179E00, P179F00, P0700, P060A). The driver information system displays the...
- 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...
- Assistance to properly diagnose a fuel pressure sensor -G247- concern.
- The engine judders or runs erratically
- This Technical Bulletin provides an overview of HD Radio technology and terminology
- In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal...
- After the comfort system central control module, J393 (address word 05) is replaced, the control module...
- 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
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- A transmission warning is illuminated in the information display
- 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
- Convertible top exterior cloth appears soiled
- 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...
- Steering wheel oscillation at highway speeds (typically between 70 and 85 mph)
- 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
- Oil is leaking in the area of the Quattro sports rear differential (PR-PDU, PDR, or GH2) side flange or...
- Customer may complain about brake squeak or squeal with light to moderate pedal pressure
- 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.
- 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
- A squealing, howling, or whistling noise may be heard coming from under the vehicle
- In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal...
- In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal...
- 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...
- This document contains general information on the upcoming warranty extension on the high pressure fuel pump.
- 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 complains of excessive oil consumption
- 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...
- 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...
- Engine oil consumption is too high
- Equipment: electrical
- 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...
- 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...
- Steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation
- This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees
- The engine warning light is on after engine replacement
- The programmed values for the misfiring recognition are not automatically reset by deleting the memory once.
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- A small amount of dry or crusted coolant is seen on the coolant pump housing
- A small amount of dry or crusted coolant is seen on the coolant pump housing (Figure 1, Figure 2, and...
- 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...
- Assistance to properly diagnose a fuel pressure sensor -G247- concern
- Steering wheel appearance damaged due to external impact (e.g., contact with finger nails, zippers,...
- Steering wheel leather damage, all vehicles
- Tightening wheel bolts
- 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
- Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
- A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces
- Rattling or knocking noise from front end when driving over bumps
- Audi Elsa Newsletter
- The customer would like to add a different navigation map database for countries outside of the USA or Canada
- There is no customer complaint with this concern
- If the memory is read with guided fault finding (GFF) or if Immobilizer test plans are performed, the...
- Transmission faults stored (DTC P1703 or U1111)
- Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough
- Audi: under specific conditions, the emissions control systems warranty, for fuel injector replacement,...
- Audi: a warranty extension has been issued for 10 yrs or 120, 000 miles, whichever occur first, on...
- 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
- Customer vehicle is fitted with unauthorized ECM tuning.
- The message ?Talk button for speech dialog system not used? appears in the DIS for A3 cabriolet vehicles
- The engine judders or runs erratically
- Possible incorrect function on the sensor elements of the air mass meter.
- Brake pad wear warning
- 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
- A DTC with the description ?Invalid Data Record? is stored after an ECU has been replaced or updated.
- I-wire new wiring diagram application
- Sunglass holder will not close
- 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...
- 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...
- Pending service solutions and bulletins
- Brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines
- 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...
- Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be...
- Steering feels stiff when turning
- A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces
- Squeaking noises are heard when the steering wheel is turned or maneuvered
- Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers.
- Squeaking noises when steering or maneuvering
- Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid
- Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
- Scenario A is after the engine is started, the message "TPMS" appears briefly then turns off
- Message "TPMS" in instrument cluster
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
- The MIL is on. DTC P029900 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored as a static fault in the engine control...
- Under certain driving conditions, the linkage for the waste gate actuation can encounter excessive wear...
- Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket
- Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak
- Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and...
- 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...
- This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously
- Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the...
- There is no customer complaint with this concern
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
- A squealing, howling, or whistling noise may be heard coming from under the vehicle
- Squealing, howling, or whistling noise from under vehicle when cold
- The ignition key cannot be removed even though the gear shifter is in Park (P). The vehicle is...
- Customer may report that the vehicle does not start due to a discharged battery
- This TSB provides basic diagnosis steps for discharged batteries, general tips for working with batteries,...
- Low battery charge: Diagnosis tips and TAC instructions
- 97 no start
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- 91 Generation III radio: Loose or broken control knobs
- Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel
- The MIL is on. Vehicle will not start
- 97 No start (DTC P068A00)
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- 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...
- The customer complains of one or more of the following issues: ? When the vehicle is completely refueled,...
- 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
- 97 No Styart (DTC P068A00)
- 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...
- 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
- 96 Alarm sounds when driver door is unlocked with mechanical key
- There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system
- Brakes on vehicles produced before September 3, 2012 (calendar week 36 of 2012), squeak or squeal when...
- Squealing from front brakes (PR-1LA or 1LB)
- 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...
- Diagnostics and updates
- The process of draining oil through the drain plug is not always tidy
- When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area
- A rattling or knocking noise is heard when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces
- Rattling or knocking noise from front end when driving over bumps.
- Audi: due to damage ABS wheel speed sensor during production, some vehicles may experience steering wheel...
- Steering wheel does not lock
- Windows XP- End of Support (EOS) and new VAS diagnostic services
- 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
- Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could
- 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?...
- The exterior door handle touch sensors (Audi advanced key) are inoperative on one or several doors
- Customer may report that the steering wheel vibrates or pulsates when the brakes are applied
- 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
- MIL on. DTCs are stored in the engine control module
- During reset of the service reminder, the message ?AIR system
- 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...
- The customer reports hearing a rattling or knocking noise when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road...
- Rattling/knocking noise from front end over bumps
- Ignition Coils (NVLW)
- Vibration noises from the doors or the rear parcel shelf are heard, particularly when heavy bass audio is...
- 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...
- 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
- Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
- Wind noise from Exterior Mirror.
- Update Bulletin
- ODIS Quick Reference Guide was sent to all dealer technicians (non-corporate
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area.
- The leak can be traced to the connection of the water pump and the hose leading to the heater core (Figure...
- The navigation DVD or other CD/DVD cannot be ejected
- The navigation DVD or other CD/DVD cannot be ejected.
- Several weeks ago, the ODIS Quick Reference Guide was sent to all dealer technicians (non-corporate
- 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...
- Upcoming Update 28G6.
- Update
- Ignition Coils
- The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle ?locked...
- 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
- In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal...
- In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal...
- MIL on. DTCs are stored in the engine control module
- In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal...
- During reset of the service reminder, the following message appears on the ODIS tester: ?Secondary air...
- The customer may report a discharged battery when trying to start the vehicle
- Low battery charge: excess current draw location
- Battery testing and charging for vehicles equipped with a Battery Data Manager (BDM
- Battery testing and charging for vehicles equipped with a Battery Data Manager (BDM
- Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
- Audi Oil Capacity Chart
- This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair Authorization on this topic
- Steering wheel does not lock
- Various features in the rear passenger compartment are inoperative
- The basic settings of the all-wheel drive control module, J492 (address word 22), fails after the sports...
- Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers
- 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,...
- The Bluetooth® telephone cannot be connected to the vehicle?s Infotainment system
- Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed
- The coolant warning light is illuminated
- Convertible top exterior cloth appears soiled
- Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
- Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming...
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system
- Customer hears squeaking noises when turning or maneuvering the steering wheel
- MIL on. DTCs are stored in the engine control module
- Humming or metallic rattling noise from under the vehicle, heard most consistently during engine idle or...
- MMI system is sporadically inoperative or freezes
- This document contains information on Cabriolet-specific issues
- 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...
- Customer hears squeaking noises when turning or maneuvering the steering wheel
- 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...
- Audi: on some vehicles the turbocharger waste gate flap is loose
- MIL on. DTC P029900 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored as a static fault in the engine control module...
- 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
- Faults are stored in the engine control module (ECM). Engine shakes
- Some of the Bosch ignition coils installed in the affected vehicles may fail prematurely.
- The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in...
- 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
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- 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
- Under certain driving conditions, the linkage for the waste gate actuation can encounter excessive wear...
- The trim panel at the defroster vent on the instrument panel is deformed
- Audi: some vehicles may lack power or will not move after stop due to simultaneously depressing the brake...
- MIL on. DTCs are stored in the engine control module
- This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously
- Under certain driving conditions, the secondary air ports in the cylinder head can accumulate carbon over...
- Audi: the vehicle lights malfunction message may be displayed on the dashboard cluster
- Humming or metallic rattling noise from under the vehicle, heard most consistently during engine idle or...
- Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the...
- Audi: some vehicles may have a defect with the bosch ignition coils
- Faults are stored in the engine control module (ECM). Engine shakes
- Engine shakes
- Audi of America is pleased to inform you of the release and automatic delivery of two new Required Special...
- The ignition key cannot be removed even though the gear shifter is in Park (P). The vehicle is...
- The master key with remote control does not engage or stay in the ignition lock
- The fresh air blower is inoperative
- It is possible that objects have been inserted into the ignition lock, which causes the slide of the...
- Key does not stay or engage in ignition lock
- MIL on. Rough idle
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- Customer may report coolant leaking from the engine area
- 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
- Headlight switch knob is pressed in. The switch functions correctly
- The trim panel at the defroster vent on the instrument panel is deformed
- 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.
- Engine oil service
- ABS warning light on
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- The exterior door handle touch sensors (Advanced key) are inoperative on one or several doors
- The engine warning light is on after engine replacement
- Engine warning light on after engine replacement
- MIL on, DTC P0299 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored
- Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently
- Vehicle doors cannot be locked or unlocked using Advanced key
- Customer feels vibration from 55
- 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
- Light bulb warning light and the message Vehicle lights: malfunction is displayed in the instrument...
- Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently
- Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist
- Customer states constant howling, droning, or scraping noises heard from the front of the vehicle when...
- Grinding or wheel bearing type noises from front when accelerating or at constant speed
- Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.
- The customer may state that the outside ambient temperature display is incorrect
- After replacing the ABS control unit, the new control unit stores DTC 01044 (Control Unit Incorrectly Coded)
- DTC stored after replacing ABS unit (DTC 01044)
- Customer may report the vehicle holds second gear intermittently
- New software in the Transmission Control Module (J217) addressed the condition.
- Customer may report the vehicle holds second gear intermittently
- 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
- Clicking or clacking noise when maneuvering or parking
- Clicking noise from wheel bearing
- MIL on. Engine misfire
- Unnecessary High Pressure Fuel Pumps replacement due to Guided Fault Finding test plans not being...
- Audi: excessive wear from linkage for waste gate actuation, leads to play at the waste gate flap causing...
- Mil on, DTC P0299 Negative Pressure Deviation
- P0299 Negative pressure deviation, turbocharger excessive wastegate play
- Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front...
- The customer may report that the illumination of the dash insert, the air conditioning control panel or...
- 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...
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