2005 Audi A6 technical service bulletins
380 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2005 Audi A6.
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 additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.
- Inside the Rings | Volume 12, Spring 2023
- 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...
- In conjunction with the Colorado DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Takata recall and 3G turndown
- 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...
- In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue
- In conjunction with the Virginia DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- In conjunction with the Georgia Department of Revenue
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
- 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,...
- In conjunction with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Audi is sending Takata airbag recall...
- This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of...
- In conjunction with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety, Audi is sending Takata airbag recall...
- This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel...
- In conjunction with the Idaho DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- 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 determining if bushings need to be replaced.
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part numbers listed (State of California only).
- This bulletin contains instructions for using the UV additive to find engine oil leaks.
- 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...
- This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
- 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 technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for issues with the navigation map database.
- 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.
- This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
- In conjunction with the Nebraska DMV, Audi will be sending Takata airbag recall reminder notices to...
- Operational Update
- This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.
- 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...
- 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...
- In conjunction with the Houston Dept
- XPO Phone Outage
- In conjunction with the Florida Dept
- Parts are currently blocked from sale at this time.
- Body components
- 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 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...
- 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...
- This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19....
- In conjunction with the Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Aud will be sending Takata airbag...
- This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering...
- Mailing Information: In conjunction with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Division of Motor...
- 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...
- Mailing Information: In conjunction with the New York Department of Motor Vehicles, Audi will be sending...
- Takata Reminder Mailing
- This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
- Takata-Updated Part Return-VW Dealer USA 07-2018
- The part number listed in the document is to be returned and only the success part number used.
- The part number listed in the document are to be returned and only the superseded part numbers ordered.
- IMPORTANT! Takata Recall Update
- AUDI Takata Airbag Collection Time Extended
- Email-Audi Takata Airbag Inflator Collection Update
- Takata Parts request update.
- This communication informs the dealers of details on the Takata parts allocation.
- This informational bulletin contains resource information for when the traffic feature is inoperative in...
- This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the...
- This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the...
- This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing...
- 69N1, 69N2
- 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 information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
- Takata Recall Campaign
- 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
- The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener...
- Summary to be provided on a future date.
- Electrically-adjustable steering column adjustment is restricted and does not adjust vertically
- 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
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- Audi: engine, on some vehicles, would run irregularly or have malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on or...
- 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
- Sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules
- There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system
- Customer reports that the ignition sporadically cannot be switched on. DTC 00456 (Access/start control...
- Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front...
- 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
- The MIL is on. A number of DTC entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored in the engine control...
- 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,...
- Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase
- 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...
- This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees
- Steering wheel appearance damaged due to external impact (e.g., contact with finger nails, zippers,...
- Steering wheel leather damage, all vehicles
- Tightening wheel bolts
- Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
- Audi Elsa Newsletter
- MIL on. A number of incident memory entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored in the engine...
- Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough
- Electrically-adjustable steering column adjustment is restricted and does not adjust vertically
- Electric steering column adjustment is inoperative
- Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
- The sunglass holder in the dome light assembly will not latch closed
- Sunglass holder will not close
- The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle ?locked...
- 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...
- 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...
- The volume of the radio, navigation announcements, or output of the Bluetooth telephone system changes...
- Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins
- Automatic transmission fluid is leaking at the sump pan gasket
- As the sump pan gasket settles, the torque of the bolts decreases and the seal may leak
- ATF pan leaks
- Audi: electrically adjustable steering column adjustment fails to adjust vertical and is restricted and...
- Electrically-adjustable steering column adjustment is restricted and does not adjust vertically
- Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and...
- 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
- Google Maps Street View (NVLW))
- The seat memory does not work
- 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
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- The MIL is on. DTCs are stored in the ECM. There may be slight power reduction at high RPMs. This...
- Vacuum line cracks.
- The customer complains that when he or she is trying to place a phone call from the vehicle while using a...
- Noises from the front seat head restraints
- 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,...
- Echo effects, caller on either end cannot hear conversation, sound distortion or feedback, and the sound...
- ElsaPro Tip: "notes"
- There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system
- The Audi MMI system will not play audio files from an SD card
- The MIL is on. DTCs are stored in the ECM. Due to fuel intrusion into the low-pressure system fuel...
- Due to fuel intrusion into the low-pressure system fuel pressure sensor (G410), a false signal may be sent...
- The fuel gauge needle is on "empty" or in "reserve" although the fuel tank has just been filled to capacity.
- Audi: on certain vehicles, use calibrated torque wrench and not torque sticks, torque extension bars and...
- Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment
- Coming Home / Leaving Home parked lighting function intermittently does not work when the doors are...
- New software in the vehicle electrical system control module repairs the condition.
- 97 Coming/Leaving Home function intermittently does not work when unlocking doors with key.
- The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle ?locked...
- The customer may report a discharged battery when trying to start the vehicle
- Low battery charge: excess current draw location
- Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
- Various features in the rear passenger compartment are inoperative
- Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the...
- Steering wheel appearance damaged due to external impact (e.g., contact with finger nails, zippers,...
- Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed
- If the vehicle?s engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of...
- Customer may report that cracking, grinding, rattling, humming, whining, or similar interference is coming...
- Electric steering column adjustment is restricted or does not work at all
- The customer may report that the Easy Entry function of the power adjustable steering column...
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Audi: due a possible outdated software, on some vehicles, electromechanical parking brake (EPB)...
- Electromechanical parking brake (EPB) malfunction indicator is on in the instrument cluster
- Customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes
- This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
- The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle "locked...
- 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 may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener...
- Customer may report sporadically hearing the parking brake being actuated after the vehicle has been...
- Excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers
- The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in...
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- This document contains the class action notification and claim form.
- Audi is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty to 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first,...
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Audi: some vehicles may lack power or will not move after stop due to simultaneously depressing the brake...
- This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously
- Audi: on some vehicles, the electronic parking brake may not always release
- Electronic parking brake warning light on; parking brake doesn't always release
- The customer may report that the Easy Entry function of the power adjustable steering column...
- Self-leveling compressor inoperative
- Customer complains of brake squeal.
- Brakes squeel
- This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
- Oil filter cartridge requires replacement.
- Engine oil service
- Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants
- Muh? sound or moaning noise coming from the front brakes (FNRG). The performance of the brakes is not...
- Brakes make moaning or "muh" noise when accelerating from stop or turning at slow speeds
- Audi: 01 MIL on P1545, P0121, P0123, P0221, or P0222 stored in ECM
- MIL on. A number of incident memory entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored in the engine...
- Contact resistance in the ECM wiring ? throttle valve.
- Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently
- Elsaweb Newsletter
- MIL on. A number of incident memory entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored in the ECM. In...
- VWGoA is pleased to inform you of the release and automatic delivery of new Required Special Tools used on...
- MIL on (P1545, P0121, P0123, P0221 or P0222 stored in ECM)
- Noises/inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase
- Idle speed characteristic during cold start
- Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently
- Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist
- Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.
- Audi Delivery Guidelines.
- Air conditioning is inoperative
- Clicking or clacking noise when maneuvering or parking
- Clicking noise from wheel bearing
- Audi: the control module, as a safeguard, will lower vehicle to lowest position and illuminate warning...
- The self-leveling system cannot be adjusted any more with the MMI. The compressor for the self-leveling...
- Noises/inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase
- Customer may complain that the vehicle locks itself when removing the key from the ignition lock
- The seat memory does not work
- Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front...
- Oil consumption measurement
- Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist
- Oil consumption measurement
- Audi: engine has reduced engine performance without loss of power or stalling; circuit grounds; fuel...
- Volkswagen service campaign: production issues may cause premature wear on the intake camshaft and...
- Audi: when slowing down from highway speeds there is a whining noise due to wear of a bearing
- Audi: the malfunction light is on with stored trouble codes
- Audi: one or more of the following dtcs are stored within first 60 seconds, when coolant temperature is...
- Audi: airbag warning light on, update for air bag module software
- Audi: daytime running lights do not work
- Audi: central locking locks up when removing ignition key from ignition lock
- Audi: fuel gauge reads empty after refueling (dtcs 00438, 00771)
- Audi: gasoline engine vehicles; inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils. vehicles affected by...
- Audi: automatic headlight switches on and off without reason. headlight turns on or off early or late when...
- Audi: (revised) vehicles affected by this action may have ignition coils that could malfunction under...
- Audi: gasoline engine vehicles inspect, and if necessary, replace ignition coils
- Audi: software version management (SVM) operating instructions
- Audi: for interim claims for 28F2/J1 vehicles campaign only
- Audi: MIL on and one or more of the following dtcs are stored in the ECM data MEMORY-P310B (low pressure...
- Audi: emissions service action circular
- Audi: due to fuel intrusion into the low pressure system fuel pressure sensor (G410), a false signal may...
- Audi: steering too stiff at low speeds or no power assist
- Audi: MIL light on and DTC P2294 (fuel pressure regulator 2 control circuit), P2295 (fuel pressure...
- Audi: software version management (SVM), operating instructions
- Audi: MIL on, engine speed sensor spacer not required (DTC P0300, P0335, P0336, P0321, P0322)
- Audi: after engine start, the steering is stiffer than it used to be and/or that the glove compartment...
- Audi: software version management(svm) operating instructions
- Audi: MIL on
- Audi: wheel bolts require torque adjustment
- MIL on, engine speed sensor spacer not required (DTC P0300, P0335, P0336, P0321, P0322)
- Electronic parking brake warning light on; parking brake doesn't always release. nj updated 5/2/08. nj
- MIL on (DTC P310B and/or P129F) and one or more of the following dtcs are stored in the ECM data memory.
- Electric steering column adjustment is inoperative
- Ignition key can't be removed when transmission is in park or CAN not lock vehicle
- Audi: the ignition key can't be removed when transmission is in park or can't lock vehicle
- Cold engine runs rough or stumbles; warm engine may stall when engaging gear and vehicle is stationary. nj...
- Audi: cold engine runs rough or stumbles; warm engine may stall when engaging gear and vehicle is...
- Automatic headlight switches on and off without reason
- Audi: automatic headlight switches on and off without reason. automatic headlight switches on too early or...
- MIL on (DTC P310B and/or P129F)
- Airbag warning light on, update for airbag module software
- Audi: airbag warning light on, update for airbag module software
- Exterior lights, moisture accumulation
- Audio: exterior lights, moisture accumulation
- Dynamic headlight range control, warning light is on in the instrument panel center display
- While vehicle is at idle speed, engine resonance may lead to vibrations within the headlights
- Thumping, knocking or popping noise in fuel tank area
- Fuel filling problems
- Headlight aiming, using hella universal beamsetter
- Loses power or will not move after stop
- Exterior lights, mositure accumulation.
- Cold engine runs rough or stumbles; warm engine may stall when engaging gear and vehicle is stationary. kb
- Shudders when accelerating at 10 to 50% throttle from a stationary position, sometimes with flucuating...
- MIL on and one or more of the following dtcs are stored
- Control housing for camshaft adjuster, ensuring shim washer installation when repairing
- Vehicle shudders when accelerating at 10 to 50% throttle from a stationary position, sometimes with...
- Adaptive lighting, headlight range control warning is on in driver information display
- Airbag system, servicing
- Sunroof headliner/glass roof jammed/not moving, sunroof not opening/closing correctly
- Engine does not start/intermittent no start using advance key start button, starts w/key & ignition switch
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may be illuminated
- Oil leaks from upper engine areas, diagnostic guidelines
- Coolant leakage around auxiliary coolant pump
- Engine stumbles after cold start / warm engine may attempt to stall in idle when engaging gear with...
- Whining, howling noises from engine compartment
- Battery testing, charging w/ midtronics MCR340V battery analyzer or incharge 940 (INC-940) charging station
- Fuel gauge does not go to full after filling up
- Ignition key cannot be removed w/ transmission in park or cannot lock vehicles w/ advanced key system
- Engine, intake manifold mounting bolt torque
- Fuel door does not function (CAN not be opened or closed)
- Multi media interface (MMI), audio, and battery concerns
- Engine slightly stumbles at slow initial acceleration after cold start
- Release cover for front armrest fails, CAN not open storage compartment in armrest
- The coolant reservoir is diagnosed to be leaking and intended to be replaced
- Secondary air injection (AIR) pump motor -V101- is noisy
- Fuel injectors, unnecessary replacement
- Fuel injectors unnecessary replacement
- Oil leak from upper timing chain cover(s)
- Fuel injectors, unnecessary replacement
- Satellite radio -R146-, interference with tire pressure monitoring system or audi navigation plus
- Coolant leak at oil cooler hoses
- Readiness code cannot be set using guided fault finding
- Various control modules with sporadic diagnostic trouble codes stored in DTC memory
- Automatic transaxle diagnostic trouble code P0711, P0712 and P0713
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