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Technical Service Bulletins

Released 6/25/2020
19 Identifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants

Released 4/28/2020
21 Engine difficult to start, turbocharger is damaged - Repair Authorization

TSB Description

Released 2/20/2020
01 Engine oil level is too high, "Please reduce oil level" message in the instrument cluster

Released 12/20/2019
92 Washer solvent level warning is on

Released 11/19/2019
97 Fuel gauge does not work

Released 11/12/2019
92 Washer solvent level warning is on

Released 6/21/2019
21 Discolored pipe on turbocharger

Released 12/17/2018
15 Oil leak from cylinder head - 2.9 and 3.0TFSI Only

Released 5/13/2020
42 Rattle noise from the rear suspension

Released 5/8/2020
64 Exterior glass cleaning

TSB Description

Released 4/24/2020
90 Noise from the area around the instrument cluster

Released 4/16/2020
00 Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC)

Released 4/10/2020
64 Faint images appear on the windshield

Released 3/12/2020
51 Vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing

Released 3/11/2020
48 Steering wheel heater is not working, DTC B145504 is stored in the steering column control module

Released 11/19/2019
97 Fuel gauge does not work

Released 10/31/2019
70 Noises from headliner/sunroof area

Released 10/10/2019
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 8/30/2019
17 Range display (distance to empty) in on-board computer

Released 7/12/2019
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Released 7/2/2019
60 Warranty accounting of headliner noises

Released 6/7/2019
00 Additional Reporting Requirements - Safety Related Inquiry

Released 5/22/2019
00 VIN plates, Safety Certification labels, and ordering procedures

Released 5/3/2019
01 Engine oil level is too high, "Please reduce oil level" message in instrument cluster

Released 11/1/2018
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Released 10/10/2018
91 Apple CarPlay does not start after connecting to USB with iOS 11.4.1, 12.0, or higher

Released 10/2/2018
91 MIB MMI: Text messages cannot be viewed or sent using Bluetooth

Released 9/26/2018
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 9/12/2018
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 8/9/2018
00 SD Creator: How to setup and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the MirrorServer

Released 8/6/2018
64 Exterior glass cleaning

Released 8/6/2018
51 Vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing

Released 7/12/2018
17 Oil level too high, warning light on

Released 6/20/2018
42 Rattle noise from rear suspension

Released 6/12/2018
91 SIRIUSXM presets lost after a channel list update

Released 6/11/2018
91 SIRIUSXM presets lost after a channel list update

Released 5/31/2018
10 Engine replacement, checking for debris lodged in transferred assemblies

Released 5/24/2018
01 Engine sporadically difficult to start - 4.0TFSI

Released 5/14/2018
46 Audi frequency analysis

Released 5/4/2018
91 HD radio technology overview for troubleshooting concerns

Released 5/4/2018
91 Apple CarPlay: No audio when listening to SXM, FM, or AM

Released 5/4/2018
91 HD radio presets

Released 5/2/2018
PSS 20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 5/1/2018
46 Audi frequency analysis

Released 4/26/2018
91 Night vision system inoperative, DTC B2000F2

Released 4/23/2018
91 Sound system: speaker rattles, vibrations or audio interference

Released 4/23/2018
91 MIB2 High Navigation Software Update Instructions (PR Code 7UG)

Released 3/27/2018
91 MMI3G/3G+ freezes or crashes and restarts when telephone address book is searched

Released 3/16/2018
70 Noises from headliner/sunroof area

Released 3/6/2018
66 License plate mounting bracket threaded inserts stripped

Released 12/6/2017
66 Exterior rubber trim spotted

Released 12/6/2017
96 Trunk lid opens unintentionally when parked

Released 10/30/2017
57 Audi advanced key inoperative

Released 9/15/2017
51 Vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing

Released 7/26/2017
91 Parking assistance provides false warnings

Released 4/17/2017
48 Steering wheel leather damage, all vehicles

Released 3/2/2017
64 Faint images appear in windshield

Released 2/6/2017
70 Noises from headliner / sunroof area

Released 1/10/2017
00 VIN plates, Safety Certification labels, and ordering procedures

Released 12/9/2019
00 Car wash brush bristles trapped in the headlight to the fender seam

Released 10/10/2019
69 Airbag warning light on, DTC B13BCF2 stored in the airbag control module

TSB Description

Released 3/21/2019
46 Brakes creak at almost standstill

Released 1/15/2019
46 Brake noise analysis and handling

Released 6/22/2017
46 Brake Maintenance

Released 3/15/2017
46 Brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines

Released 1/12/2017
46 Brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines

Released 6/25/2020
19 Identifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants

Released 10/16/2019
19 Water pump/thermostat housing revised repair procedure

TSB Description

Released 11/21/2018
19 Water pump/thermostat housing revised repair procedure

Released 10/24/2018
19 Water pump/thermostat housing revised repair procedure

Released 10/23/2018
19 Identifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants

Released 6/20/2018
19 Identifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants

Released 7/14/2017
19 Coolant marks on filler cap for cooling system

Released 2/3/2017
19 Coolant marks on filler cap for cooling system

Released 6/12/2020
97 Fuel gauge does not work

Released 4/10/2020
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TSB Description

Released 4/10/2020
94 Hazard warning lamps intermittently turn themselves on

Released 3/17/2020
94 Light malfunction message in instrument cluster, DTC 03280, 01800, B126AF0 or B126AF1 stored in the vehicle module

Released 3/10/2020
27 48V Vehicle electrical system warning, DTC P0CA700 and/or U046900 stored in the starter/generator control module/ECM

Released 1/28/2020
90 Audi pre sense warning, warning jolt, and/or brake engagement

Released 1/17/2020
90 Audi pre sense warning, warning jolt, and/or brake engagement

Released 12/9/2019
00 Car wash brush bristles trapped in the headlight to the fender seam

Released 10/31/2019
70 Noises from headliner/sunroof area

Released 10/10/2019
69 Airbag warning light on, DTC B13BCF2 stored in the airbag control module

Released 9/30/2019
00 Additional Reporting Requirements - Safety Related Inquiry

Released 9/17/2019
94 Vehicle lights malfunction message in instrument cluster, DTC 03280, 01800 or B126AF0 stored in the vehicle module

Released 8/30/2019
96 Anti-theft alarm activates for no reason or does not activate

Released 7/2/2019
60 Warranty accounting of headliner noises

Released 6/7/2019
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 5/9/2019
48 Steering wheel heater is not working, DTC B145504 is stored in the steering column control module

Released 5/3/2019
01 Engine oil level is too high, "Please reduce oil level" message in instrument cluster

Released 3/12/2019
96 Trunk lid opens unintentionally when parked

Released 2/12/2019
96 HomeLink garage door operation lost after a short period of time

Released 1/15/2019
17 Oil level too high, warning light on

Released 12/14/2018
57 Personalized memory settings of the key are not available

Released 10/10/2018
91 Apple CarPlay does not start after connecting to USB with iOS 11.4.1, 12.0, or higher

Released 10/9/2018
57 Remote key has low range

Released 10/2/2018
91 MIB MMI: Text messages cannot be viewed or sent using Bluetooth

Released 9/26/2018
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 9/12/2018
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 8/9/2018
00 SD Creator: How to setup and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the MirrorServer

Released 6/12/2018
91 SIRIUSXM presets lost after a channel list update

Released 6/11/2018
91 SIRIUSXM presets lost after a channel list update

Released 5/24/2018
01 Engine sporadically difficult to start - 4.0TFSI

Released 5/14/2018
46 Audi frequency analysis

Released 5/4/2018
91 HD radio technology overview for troubleshooting concerns

Released 5/4/2018
91 Apple CarPlay: No audio when listening to SXM, FM, or AM

Released 5/4/2018
91 HD radio presets

Released 5/1/2018
46 Audi frequency analysis

Released 4/26/2018
91 Night vision system inoperative, DTC B2000F2

Released 4/23/2018
91 Sound system: speaker rattles, vibrations or audio interference

Released 4/23/2018
91 MIB2 High Navigation Software Update Instructions (PR Code 7UG)

Released 3/27/2018
91 MMI3G/3G+ freezes or crashes and restarts when telephone address book is searched

Released 12/6/2017
96 Trunk lid opens unintentionally when parked

Released 10/30/2017
57 Audi advanced key inoperative

Released 8/21/2017
91 Traffic reports or speed and flow data are unavailable in MMI navigation

Released 7/31/2017
94 Exterior lights, moisture accumulation

Released 7/26/2017
91 Parking assistance provides false warnings

Released 4/12/2017
57 Remote key has low range

Released 5/5/2020
00 Possible drivability issues due to the use of winter-blend fuel in a warmer season

Released 4/1/2020
01 MIL on (gasoline quality), DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean fuel system are stored in the ECM

TSB Description

Released 3/12/2020
01 MIL on (gasoline quality), DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean fuel system are stored in the ECM

Released 9/25/2019
97 Fuel gauge does not work

Released 8/30/2019
17 Range display (distance to empty) in on-board computer

Released 6/7/2019
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 9/26/2018
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 9/12/2018
20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 7/30/2018
87 Unpleasant odor from heating and ventilation system

Released 7/25/2018
87 GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of concern

Released 5/2/2018
PSS 20 Fuel gauge does not show full after filling up tank

Released 2/14/2018
01 Engine sporadically difficult to start - 4.0TFSI

Released 10/4/2017
01 Engine sporadically difficult to start - 4.0TFSI

Released 4/29/2020
87 Unpleasant odor from heating and ventilation system

Released 4/24/2020
90 Outside air temperature reading: general information

TSB Description

Released 7/30/2018
87 Unpleasant odor from heating and ventilation system

Released 7/25/2018
87 GFF test plan required for A/C compressor replacements regardless of concern

Released 5/12/2020
10 Oil loss from the filler cap

Released 4/28/2020
15 Oil leak from cylinder head - 2.9 and 3.0TFSI only

TSB Description

Released 4/1/2020
01 MIL on (gasoline quality), DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean fuel system are stored in the ECM

Released 3/12/2020
01 MIL on (gasoline quality), DTCs for misfire, air/fuel ratio imbalance, or lean fuel system are stored in the ECM

Released 2/20/2020
01 Engine oil level is too high, "Please reduce oil level" message in the instrument cluster

Released 8/30/2019
17 Range display (distance to empty) in on-board computer

Released 5/6/2019
10 Engine replacement, checking for debris lodged in transferred assemblies

Released 2/5/2019
15 Oil leak from cylinder head - 2.9 and 3.0TFSI only

Released 1/15/2019
17 Oil level too high, warning light on

Released 1/11/2019
01 Engine sporadically difficult to start - 4.0TFSI

Released 12/17/2018
15 Oil leak from cylinder head - 2.9 and 3.0TFSI Only

Released 10/24/2018
19 Water pump/thermostat housing revised repair procedure

Released 7/12/2018
37 Automatic transmission fluid requirements

Released 7/12/2018
17 Oil level too high, warning light on

Released 5/31/2018
10 Engine replacement, checking for debris lodged in transferred assemblies

Released 5/31/2018
37 Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals

Released 2/22/2018
17 Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards 501 01, 502 00, 504 00, 505 00, 505 01, 507 00, 508 00, and 509 00

Released 2/14/2018
01 Engine sporadically difficult to start - 4.0TFSI

Released 10/25/2017
17 Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards 501 01, 502 00, 504 00, 505 00, 505 01, 507 00, 508 00, and 509 00

Released 10/9/2017
01 Engine warning lamp on, DTC for oxygen sensor after catalytic converter (P013E00, P014A00)

Released 5/13/2020
42 Rattle noise from the rear suspension

Released 5/13/2020
40 Noises from front suspension's buffer stops

TSB Description

Released 4/28/2020
43 Air suspension malfunction warning in the cluster, DTC C1260F0 or U112100 stored in the suspension control module

Released 3/11/2020
48 Steering wheel heater is not working, DTC B145504 is stored in the steering column control module

Released 2/12/2020
44 Wheel alignment

Released 2/6/2020
40 Rumbling/creaking noises from front of vehicle while driving - A6, A7, and A8

Released 11/19/2019
97 Fuel gauge does not work

Released 11/12/2019
44 Steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation

Released 10/7/2019
40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

Released 9/25/2019
97 Fuel gauge does not work

Released 5/9/2019
48 Steering wheel heater is not working, DTC B145504 is stored in the steering column control module

Released 3/13/2019
57 Vehicle locking system, diagnostic information

Released 1/18/2019
44 Steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation

Released 12/13/2018
40 Rumbling/creaking noises from front of vehicle while driving

Released 10/9/2018
44 Steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation

Released 10/4/2018
40 Rumbling/creaking noises from front of vehicle while driving

Released 8/9/2018
40 Rumbling/creaking noises from front of vehicle while driving

Released 7/30/2018
40 Rumbling/creaking noises from front of vehicle while driving

Released 6/20/2018
42 Rattle noise from rear suspension

Released 6/6/2018
97 Sporadic DTCs - contact check

Released 9/20/2017
40 Rumbling/creaking noises from front of vehicle while driving

Released 7/13/2017
40 Rumbling/creaking noises from front of vehicle while driving

Released 7/12/2017
40 Shock absorber leaks: assessment aid

Released 4/17/2017
48 Steering wheel leather damage, all vehicles

Released 5/12/2020
91 MMI/MIB: Freezes or crashes and restarts when searching for a contact in the address book

Released 3/10/2020
27 48V Vehicle electrical system warning, DTC P0CA700 and/or U046900 stored in the starter/generator control module/ECM

TSB Description

Released 9/17/2019
00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions

Released 6/25/2019
00 SD Creator: how to set up and use the SD Creator for obtaining vehicle software updates via the MirrorServer

Released 6/18/2019
91 MIB2 High Scale Software Update Instructions (PR Code 7UH)

Released 1/25/2019
91 MIB2 Standard Software Update Instructions (PR Code I8E)

Released 3/6/2018
66 License plate mounting bracket threaded inserts stripped

Released 11/6/2017
00 Viewing TSB videos

Released 6/22/2017
46 Brake Maintenance

Released 4/3/2017
00 Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC)

Released 12/20/2019
92 Washer solvent level warning is on

Released 11/12/2019
92 Washer solvent level warning is on

TSB Description

Released 2/7/2019
92 Washer solvent level warning on

Released 1/23/2019
92 Washer solvent level warning on

Released 8/6/2018
92 Washer solvent level warning on

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