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NHTSA communication ID: 10066378
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10066378 at NHTSAThe manufacturer’s record · Page 11 of 11
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1,001–1,098 of 1,098, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Feb 5, 2013–Apr 7, 2014.
Back to 2015 Audi Q5 problems & recallsThis archive includes service bulletins, warranty notices, software instructions and other communications. Records may repeat or supersede earlier instructions. A model-year association is not proof that a document covers every engine, trim, VIN or reported symptom, or that a repair is free.
NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
NHTSA communication ID: 10066378
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10066378 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10231131
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Technical bulletins and updates
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10231131 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122332
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 12-26 dated January 20, 2012. When the vehicle is completely refueled, the vehicle range (?distance to empty?) that is displayed is different than the vehicle range that was displayed the last time the vehicle was completely refueled. The displayed vehicle range drops inconsistently. After the vehicle is refueled, the displayed vehicle range does not change for a long period of time. When the vehicle is driven on hilly roads for a long period of time, the displayed vehicle range suddenly changes by a significant amount. There are no DTCs related to fuel senders stored in the instrument cluster control module, J285 (address word 17). This condition does not involve or affect the accuracy of the fuel level indicator, but only the estimated distance to empty display on the on-board computer.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL.
Source record 10122332 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10231135
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Technical bulletins and updates
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10231135 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122295
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 13-26 dated October 21, 2013. After the airbag control module (J234) has been replaced, the control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual. An SVM code is required to code and parameterize the new service replacement airbag control module. Each model's SVM code is provided in a parts bulletin (GP bulletin), which should have been referenced through ETKA when the module was replaced. The control module cannot be coded until the SVM code has been executed. If the SVM code was not acquired through the GP bulletin in ETKA, follow the instructions in the Service section of this bulletin to update the control module.
Source components: AIR BAGS · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE.
Source record 10122295 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122302
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-50 dated August 1, 2012. Echo effects, caller on either end cannot hear conversation, sound distortion or feedback, and the sound is distorted, hisses, or scrapes occur during a phone call. This bulletin provides guidelines for analyzing the call quality of the Bluetooth system in the vehicle, and is not applicable to any Audi warranty.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10122302 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10231133
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Technical bulletins and updates
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10231133 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10067987
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10067987 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122304
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The high beam is inoperative on one side of the vehicle. The low beams operate correctly. A warning may appear in the instrument cluster. DTCs may be present in the central electrics control module, J519 (address word 09). The connection for the high beam shutter is not connected in the affected headlight.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10122304 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10057287
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AUDI : 2013-2016 Q5 : THE HIGH BEAM NOT WORKING ON ONE SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. LOW BEAMS WORKING PROPERLY, THE HIGH BEAM SHUTTER IS NOT CONNECTED IN THE HEADLIGHTS. *LJ
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS.
Source record 10057287 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122301
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-26 dated February 24, 2014. The MMI screen goes blank then restarts or the MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book (by using the MMI control knob or the voice recognition system). This condition occurs because special characters (including symbols, emoticons, or map icons) are stored in the name field of a phonebook contact.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10122301 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10226435
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96 Alarm sounds when driver door is unlocked with mechanical key
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES.
Source record 10226435 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122306
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The vehicle's anti-theft alarm sounds when the driver door is unlocked with a mechanical key. No DTCs are stored. The keyless remote was not used to unlock the vehicle. In order to minimize current draw after the ignition has been turned off, the electronics system of the vehicle goes into sleep mode. During this time, each module monitors the CAN bus more slowly than when the electronics system is awake. Because the system is being monitored more slowly, there is a delay in the waking of the central locking system. This delay causes a delay in the disabling of the anti-theft alarm system when the manual key is used. If the key is turned in less than a quarter of a second, the system can unlock the vehicle even though the anti-theft alarm has not been disabled.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.
Source record 10122306 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122300
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The addresses and contacts stored in the Navigation >> Favorites, Navigation >> Directory, and Navigation >> Last destinations submenus disappear intermittently in vehicles with MMI3G+ Navigation, and in vehicles with or without Audi connect. Intermittently, the MMI system does not appear to remember that the user's myAudi PIN has already been entered, and it requires the user to enter the PIN again in vehicles with Audi connect. If a user stores addresses and contacts in the Navigation >> Favorites, Navigation >> Directory, and Navigation >> Last destinations submenus while a Bluetooth phone is paired to the vehicle, those addresses and contacts will only be visible any time that the same phone is paired to the vehicle. Any time that the same phone is not paired to the vehicle, the addresses and contacts will not be available. If a user stores addresses and contacts in the Navigation >> Favorites, Navigation >> Directory, and Navigation >> Last destinations submenus while a Bluetooth phone is not paired to the vehicle, the addresses and contacts will be available any time. In vehicles with Audi connect, the user is prompted to enter the myAudi PIN when selecting online destinations or when importing contacts from the myAudi account. If the user?s Bluetooth phone (the same phone that was paired to the vehicle when the PIN was entered initially) is paired to the vehicle, the user will not be prompted to re-enter the PIN after it has been entered.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10122300 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125561
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 12-27 dated April 24, 2012. There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system. The odor usually occurs when the vehicle has been sitting unused for five hours or more. The odor usually occurs within 20 to 60 seconds after the vehicle is started. Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor. If the odor is noticeable in the vehicle when the engine is not turned on, the cause may be mold and mildew in the passenger compartment, and not be related to the A/C system. All other possible sources of the odor must be investigated before this bulletin can be performed.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10125561 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125540
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This document contains the normal load condition tire pressure table.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS.
Source record 10125540 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125564
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The MMI screen goes blank then restarts or the MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. This condition occurs because special characters (including symbols, emoticons, or map icons) are stored in the name field of a phonebook contact.
Source components: SEATS.
Source record 10125564 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10228292
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When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10228292 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10224971
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When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION.
Source record 10224971 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10221944
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When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10221944 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10125536
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 12-34 dated June 6, 2012. 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. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10125536 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10231118
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Windows XP- End of Support (EOS) and new VAS diagnostic services
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10231118 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10231117
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Technical bulletins and updates
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10231117 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10228393
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Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10228393 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10225072
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Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10225072 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10222045
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Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10222045 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122184
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-86 dated April 15, 2013. The MIL is on. There is a rough idle. DTCs are stored in the ECM. Engine may have reduced performance without significant loss of power or stalling. Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 10122184 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10065427
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10065427 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10228392
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Source record 10228392 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10225071
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10225071 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10222044
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10222044 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122204
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 09-30 dated April 14, 2009. The Audi MMI system will not play audio files from an SD card. The MMI system does not recognize the audio files on the SD card. The MMI system reports that the audio files on the SD card are damaged. The audio files on the SD card will play on one Audi vehicle, but will not play on a different Audi vehicle.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10122204 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122183
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-59 dated January 21, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC may be stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10122183 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10065426
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10065426 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122206
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 13-19 dated May 23, 2013. The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the ?Vehicle lights: malfunction? message. DTCs are stored in the vehicle electrical system control module. Exterior lights are functioning properly. If the headlight switch is moved to an intermediate position and remains there, the light bulb warning light and the error message appear after approximately ten seconds. Once displayed, the message turns off after approximately five seconds. The light bulb warning light turns off only after the headlight switch is turned to a defined position, and the status of DTC 03280 or DTC 01800 are changed to sporadic. After 40 driving cycles without an implausible signal detected, the DTCs are automatically cleared.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS.
Source record 10122206 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10228389
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Source record 10228389 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10225068
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10225068 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10222041
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10222041 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122180
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-55 dated January 8, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC P0087 may be stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10122180 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10065423
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE.
Source record 10065423 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10228385
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.
Source record 10228385 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10225064
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10225064 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10222037
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In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10222037 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122176
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The MIL is on. DTC P0087 may be stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No. 2 Diesel is blended by refineries to various levels of winterization (minimum useable temperature) based on month, geographical location, and the 10th percentile minimum ambient air temperature for the given region. Although rare, during sudden periods of extreme low temperatures (record lows), fuel stations may not be adequately prepared with No. 2 Diesel fuel with sufficient winterization to resist wax formation or ?gelling?.
Source components: ENGINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP.
Source record 10122176 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10065419
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ENGINE.
Source record 10065419 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10122199
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 11-16 dated October 5, 2011. During a Bluetooth call, the sound is difficult to hear for the other party. Voice recognition accuracy is poor. This TSB provides guidelines for testing microphones in a vehicle.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10122199 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10127809
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This document contains the Audi vehicle detail report. DO NOT use accessories (radio, etc.) while performing detail, as this can discharge the battery. Refer to TSB 2009967 for Detailer responsibilities, specific use of chemicals, and for part numbers to order materials. Only operate power convertible top with engine running to conserve battery power (A5/S5 Cab, R8 ONLY) DO NOT allow convertible top to remain in a partially opened or partially closed position for longer than 5 minutes. This will cause the top to stop functioning and will require service (A5/S5 Cab, R8 ONLY) DO NOT treat vehicle parts painted with matte finish paint using polishing materials or hard wax. NEVER use protective wax. It can destroy the matte finish effect. Only use a microfiber cloth for cleaning (R8 ONLY). This document is in Spanish.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10127809 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121418
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Customer complains that the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist. Only vehicles with standard bumpers are affected. S-line (PR number 2K7 or 2K8) and S model (PR number 2K3 or 2K4) bumpers are not affected. A boundary layer between warm and cold air is recognized as an obstacle (e.g., hot exhaust gases in cold weather).
Source components: BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS.
Source record 10121418 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10068165
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SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.
Source record 10068165 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243819
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Audi Vehicle Detail Report
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243819 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121440
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This document contains the Audi vehicle detail report. DO NOT use accessories (radio, etc.) while performing detail, as this can discharge the battery. Refer to TSB 2009967 for Detailer responsibilities, specific use of chemicals, and for part numbers to order materials. Only operate power convertible top with engine running to conserve battery power (A5/S5 Cab, R8 ONLY) DO NOT allow convertible top to remain in a partially opened or partially closed position for longer than 5 minutes. This will cause the top to stop functioning and will require service (A5/S5 Cab, R8 ONLY) DO NOT treat vehicle parts painted with matte finish paint using polishing materials or hard wax. NEVER use protective wax. It can destroy the matte finish effect. Only use a microfiber cloth for cleaning (R8 ONLY).
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10121440 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10204501
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90 "Ignition lock faulty" message in cluster information display.
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10204501 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250198
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Audi Normal Load Condition Tire Pressure Table
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · TIRES.
Source record 10250198 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243770
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Audi Elsa Newsletter
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243770 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250197
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Audi Normal Load Condition Tire Pressure Table
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · TIRES.
Source record 10250197 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243769
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Audi Elsa Newsletter
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243769 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10204514
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Several weeks ago, the ODIS Quick Reference Guide was sent to all dealer technicians (non-corporate
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10204514 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10250681
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Scheduled maintainence protocols
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10250681 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10214968
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Scheduled Maintenance Intervals.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10214968 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10203516
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Scheduled Maintenance Intervals
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10203516 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121469
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This document contains the scheduled maintence intervals.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10121469 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121311
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-92 dated August 1, 2013. The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle ?locked itself?. The lock command history is stored in the convenience system control module (J393).
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10121311 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243775
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Audi Elsa Newsletter
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243775 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121316
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 12-25 dated April 25, 2012. After the airbag control module (J234) has been replaced, the control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual. An SVM code is required to code and parameterize the new service replacement airbag control module. Each model?s SVM code is provided in a parts bulletin (GP bulletin), which should have been referenced through ETKA when the module was replaced. The control module cannot be coded until the SVM code has been executed.
Source components: AIR BAGS · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10121316 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10212668
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Low battery charge: excess current draw location
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10212668 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121306
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 27 number 12-13 dated March 22, 2012. The customer may report a discharged battery when trying to start the vehicle. The condition results in a no start.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY.
Source record 10121306 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121945
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 08-39 dated December 4, 2008. Leather upholstery is dirty or stained.
Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10121945 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121343
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 13-06 dated August 9, 2013. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10121343 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121345
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Various features in the rear passenger compartment are inoperative. Some features may include power rear windows, rear climate control operating unit, rear sunroof panel, rear reading lamps, rear cigarette lighters, etc. By design, many electronically-controlled features in the rear passenger compartment, in addition to the power rear windows, are deactivated if the child lock in the driver's door is activated.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10121345 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121365
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once the heating process has completed. As a result, the socket can become inoperative when used as a power outlet.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
Source record 10121365 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121371
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 11-28 dated December 9, 2011. Customer is inquiring about retrofitting the MMI system with a language pack or map database outside of factory-available options.
Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10121371 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243780
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Audi Elsa Newsletter
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243780 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121367
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-49 dated July 31, 2012. The Bluetooth® telephone cannot be connected to the vehicle?s Infotainment system. Certain restrictions are present when a Bluetooth device is connected to the vehicle. The restrictions vary depending on the vehicle system present.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10121367 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10121344
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Customer may report that the automatic door lock function cannot be deactivated. The ?Lock when driving? (Autolock) configuration setting has been discontinued starting in some model year 2013 vehicles, and it is no longer available in the Car >> Vehicle Settings category in the MMI. The vehicle can still be unlocked while it is being driven, at any time, with the central locking switch in the door.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
Source record 10121344 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124645
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Windshield is streaked, has a snakeskin appearance, or its surface feels rough. Residue from industrial fallout as well as normal road dirt and grime may accumulate on windshield.
Source components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.
Source record 10124645 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124649
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-23 dated June 3, 2011. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10124649 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124690
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This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10124690 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124648
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 11-49 dated August 8, 2011. The customer inquires about the operation of the vehicle locking, and may suggest that the vehicle "locked itself". The lock command history is stored in the convenience system control module (J393).
Source components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.
Source record 10124648 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124581
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-38 dated March 2, 2012. When a phonebook with a large number of contacts is being downloaded, the MMI screen freezes in one of the following scenarios: * After the initial Bluetooth connection (shortly after the phone is bonded to the vehicle), the screen freezes briefly. * After the ignition is switched on (shortly after the phone automatically reconnects with the vehicle). * After the phonebook has downloaded. * When the voice recognition system is used, a message appears in the MMI screen stating that the phone book is too large and that the voice recognition system cannot be used. The command "Call <Name from directory>" is a global MMI command that is available in the telephone menu and main menu screens. If either menu is displayed, the message can appear when the voice recognition button (push to talk) on the steering wheel is pressed.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10124581 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243789
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Audi Elsa Newsletter
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243789 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124574
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 12-37 dated June 11, 2012. The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener control module, J530. The customer's door opener system may not be compatible with J530. The battery in the handheld transmitter may be too weak for a good signal. The battery charge may be sufficient to operate the garage door opener, but not enough to program the remote transmitter to the vehicle system. In A4 Model Years 2005 - 2006 and A3 Model Year 2009, the actual location of the garage door opener control module differs from the location shown in the owner's manual (opposite side of front bumper). The customer may misunderstand the programming procedure, particularly if the customer's HomeLink® opener system is using an alternate code. The handheld transmitter's programming function may become inoperative, or the transmitter is too far away from J530. Interference prevents the communication between handheld transmitter and J530. If the vehicle flashes during the programming of a handheld transmitter, this does not necessarily indicate that the programming was successful; it only indicates that the vehicle has recognized and saved a signal.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10124574 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10124522
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 10-70 dated October 26, 2010. Sequence of error messages are seen on the radio display screen after a CD was loaded into or removed from the internal CD drive. "Drive defective. The error could be corrected by resetting it (see radio system owner's manual). Otherwise, contact your Audi dealer." "The CD-drive is damaged and was therefore deactivated." The CD drive cannot be selected in the Source list and is described as "damaged." After the ignition is cycled or a radio reset performed, the CD drive is fully operational. DTC 00468 (CD-ROM Drive -R92- Faulty) is stored in the radio (address word 56). The DTC will be sporadic if the ignition has been cycled or a radio reset performed and will automatically be cleared after 40 ignition cycles without a reoccurrence. Only vehicles with the CAN-based generation 3 radio (Concert (PR 8UQ) or Symphony (PR 8YN)) are affected.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..
Source record 10124522 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10243787
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Audi Elsa Newsletter
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10243787 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10228314
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The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10228314 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10224993
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The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10224993 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10221966
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The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more conditions.
Source components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10221966 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123591
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-01 dated February 5, 2010. Excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. Engine runs rough after cold start. Excessive engine cranking time. Hesitations while driving. Rough engine idle. Reduced engine performance. Poor fuel economy. Conditions may be severe enough to illuminate the MIL in conjunction with storage of DTCs for misfire (example: P0300, P030x) and / or lean fuel system (example: P0171, P0174, P1128, P1130, P1136, P1138) in the engine control module (ECM). Condition may be caused by use of contaminated gasoline. Condition may be caused by use of gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10123591 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123559
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 10-68 dated October 26, 2010. The MMI control knob joystick is loose or has fallen off. Only vehicles with navigation and without MMI touch are affected.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10123559 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123564
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 12-24 dated August 24, 2012. Customer may report the license plate attachment screws do not install properly. The license plate brackets are designed to be used with the appropriate length screw installed by hand with a screwdriver. Damaged warranty parts have been returned to Audi of America with evidence of excessive torque used when installing the screw and/or excessive screw length.
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER.
Source record 10123564 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10228363
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Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10228363 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10225042
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Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION.
Source record 10225042 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10222015
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Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10222015 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123904
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MIL on. Rough idle. DTCs are stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Engine may have reduced performance without significant loss of power or stalling. Because there are a number of different misfire faults (unrelated to ignition coil operation) that could cause the MIL to illuminate, proper Guided Fault Finding (GFF) misfire diagnosis must be followed before any ignition coils are replaced.
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.
Source record 10123904 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123901
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011. This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL.
Source record 10123901 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123849
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 09-23 dated August 12, 2009. Headlight switch knob is pressed in. The switch functions correctly. The headlight switch knob was designed with a normal position and a pushed-in position. This is a deliberate design feature designed to avoid injuries in the event of a collision.
Source components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH.
Source record 10123849 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123863
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-82 dated February 5, 2013. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization between the remote control key and vehicle because the battery has been disconnected or the battery of the remote control has been replaced. If other senders operate in the same frequency range (mobile phones, TV stations, wireless headphones, baby monitors, other vehicle remote controls, etc.), the remote control key may have been temporarily switched off because a clear identification of the remote control key is not possible. This is necessary to prevent an unintentional unlocking of the vehicle by other unrelated senders.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH.
Source record 10123863 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10251023
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Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
Source components: SUSPENSION.
Source record 10251023 at NHTSANHTSA communication ID: 10123995
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Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 11-55 dated August 22, 2011. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization between the remote control key and vehicle because the battery has been disconnected or the battery of the remote control has been replaced. If other senders operate in the same frequency range (mobile phones, TV stations, wireless headphones, baby monitors, other vehicle remote controls, etc.), the remote control key may have been temporarily switched off because a clear identification of the remote control key is not possible. This is necessary to prevent an unintentional unlocking of the vehicle by other unrelated senders.
Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES.
Source record 10123995 at NHTSA