Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2020 Q3 are official communications between Audi & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems.
All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
This informational bulletin states that the vehicle is operating as designed when it pauses for a short period of time after a Start/Stop event and the power steering assist is delayed. Read More »
This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering wheel caused by outside influence is not covered under warranty. Read More »
This informational bulletin states that the vehicle is operating as designed when it pauses for a short period of time after a Start/Stop event and the power steering assist is delayed. Read More »
This bulletin contains information on how to fix a clunking or rattling noise heard from the rear suspension when the vehicle is driven over bumps. Read More »
This informational contains an explanation for when the customer hears creaking noises when braking at almost standstill (crawling when pulling away or briefly before standstill). Read More »
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when DTC P001100 and/or P030100, P030200, P030300, P030400 are stored in the ECM with potential misfiring. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when DTC P001100 and/or P030100, P030200, P030300, P030400 are stored in the ECM with potential misfiring. Read More »
In the event of a catalytic converter failure, which could negatively impact tailpipe emissions, existing diagnostics may not properly illuminate the check engine light (MIL) due to an error identified with Rear O2 Sensor monitoring. Read More »
In the event of a catalytic converter failure, which could negatively impact tailpipe emissions, existing diagnostics may not properly illuminate the check engine light (MIL) due to an error identified with Rear O2 Sensor monitoring. Read More »
This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer. Also A3 Cabriolet 2015-2021, A3 Sportback 2016-2018, 2005 A4 Cabriolet , 2005-2009 S4 Cabriolet, 2010-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, ... Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for when DTC B116229 is stored and the messages "Vehicle Electronics Malfunction" or Shift to P, otherwise vehicle can roll away. Doors do not lock if lever is not in P appear. Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for when DTC B116229 is stored and the messages "Vehicle Electronics Malfunction" or 'Shift to P, otherwise vehicle can roll away. Doors do not lock if lever is not in P' appear. Read More »
This bulletin advises the technician to create a PSS record for when after a software update, with active privacy settings, e.g. "Use of vehicle position", the pop-up window is shown with every ignition cycle. Read More »
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is sporadic or permanent no sound on any source (radio, media, navigation, and phone). Read More »
This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a non-plus sized iPhone heats up while wirelessly charging and the CarPlay screen may appear frozen. Read More »
The infotainment system privacy setting 'Allow data transmission' may, in unfavorable circumstances, change without user intervention. As a result, the vehicle sends data although this function was previously deactivated manually. Read More »
This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading. 2008-2020 A3, 2015-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2008-2016 A3 Sportback, 2008-2020 A4, 2010-2020 A4 allroad, 2008-2012 A4 Avant, 2008-2009 A4 Cabrio, 2010-2020 A5 ... Read More »
This informational bulletin instructs you to create a PSS record if the central display area in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab, no matter which tab is currently selected. Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for when DTC B116229 is stored and the messages "Vehicle Electronics Malfunction" or 'Shift to P, otherwise vehicle can roll away. Doors do not lock if lever is not in P' appear. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when the center display in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when DTC P001100 and/or P030100, P030200, P030300, P030400 are stored in the ECM with potential misfiring. Read More »
This bulletin advises the technician to create a PSS record for when after a software update, with active privacy settings, e.g. "Use of vehicle position", the pop-up window is shown with every ignition cycle. Read More »
The infotainment system privacy setting 'Allow data transmission' may, in unfavorable circumstances, change without user intervention. As a result, the vehicle sends data although this function was previously deactivated manually. Read More »
The infotainment system privacy setting 'Allow data transmission' may, in unfavorable circumstances, change without user intervention. As a result, the vehicle sends data although this function was previously deactivated manually. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when the center display in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab. Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for addressing the issue when the parking assist will intermittently alert the customer to an obstruction and the sensors look 'pushed in'. Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for addressing the issue when the parking assist will intermittently alert the customer to an obstruction and the sensors look 'pushed in'. Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for addressing the issue when the parking assist will intermittently alert the customer to an obstruction and the sensors look 'pushed in'. Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked. 2019-2021 A3 Cabriolet, A5 Sportback, RS5 Cabriolet, S5 Sportback, 2021 RS6 Avant Read More »
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when the center display in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab. Read More »
This informational bulletin instructs you to create a PSS record if the central display area in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab, no matter which tab is currently selected. Read More »
This informational bulletin instructs you to create a PSS record if the central display area in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab, no matter which tab is currently selected. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when the center display in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab. Read More »
This bulletin contains information on how to fix a clunking or rattling noise heard from the rear suspension when the vehicle is driven over bumps. Read More »
This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth, one of the following conditions occurs when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book (by using the MMI ... Read More »
Reminders Section: Changed Testing verbiage to: - Guided Fault Finding must be used, session must be completed and sent to GFF Paperless - Total PDI Test must be completed prior to any other work involving the scan tool (special ... Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage. Read More »
REMOVED Q3 40 TFSI from all references due to it not being produced. Additional Maintenance Items: ADDED S6 to Rear Axle - Change fluid every 60K. Read More »
This technical service bulletin informs the reader that damage to the appearance of the leather steering wheel caused by outside influence is not covered under warranty. Read More »
This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading. 2008-2020 A3, 2015-2020 A3 Cabrio, 2008-2016 A3 Sportback, 2008-2020 A4, 2010-2020 A4 allroad, 2008-2012 A4 Avant, 2008-2009 A4 Cabrio, 2010-2020 A5 ... Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage). Read More »
Audi Vehicle Condition Report - This document also applies to the 2020 A3 Cabriolet, S3, A4 Allroad, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, TT Roadster, TT RS and R8 Spyder. Read More »
This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a non-plus sized iPhone heats up while wirelessly charging and the CarPlay screen may appear frozen. Read More »
This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a non-plus sized iPhone heats up while wirelessly charging and the CarPlay screen may appear frozen. Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for submitting a customer registration form for the Audi phone box to the customer's Mobile Network Operator. Read More »
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. Read More »
Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has ... Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for addressing the issue when the parking assist will intermittently alert the customer to an obstruction and the sensors look 'pushed in'. Read More »
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when there is sporadic or permanent no sound on any source (radio, media, navigation, and phone). Read More »
This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map. 2015-2021 A3 2017-2021 A4, Q7, and R8 2018-2021 A5, Q5, and SQ5 2016-2021 TT, TTS, TTRS, and Roadster 2019-2021 A6, A7, A8, Q3, Q8, and Audi e-tron ... Read More »
The infotainment system privacy setting 'Allow data transmission' may, in unfavorable circumstances, change without user intervention. As a result, the vehicle sends data although this function was previously deactivated manually. Read More »
This bulletin advises the technician to create a PSS record for when after a software update, with active privacy settings, e.g. "Use of vehicle position", the pop-up window is shown with every ignition cycle. Read More »
The Pre-Delivery Inspection Technician Reference Document is designed to be a resource used in hand with the Pre-Delivery Inspection Checklist (PDI). Read More »
This bulletin contains instructions for submitting a customer registration form for the Audi phone box to the customer's Mobile Network Operator. Read More »
This bulletin contains a software update for when the center display in the Audi virtual cockpit is black and does not show the expected tab. Read More »
The infotainment system privacy setting 'Allow data transmission' may, in unfavorable circumstances, change without user intervention. As a result, the vehicle sends data although this function was previously deactivated manually. Read More »
This informational bulletin details on how to get a GFF test plan for A/C compressor replacements. 2010-2021 A3, 2015-2021 A3 Cabrio, 2010-2016 A3 Sportback, 2010-2021 A4, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2010-2012 A4 Avant, 2010-2021 A5 Cabrio, ... Read More »
VEHICLE PREPARATION SECTION: ADDED FOR ALL MODELS: "Install front license plate carrier (if necessary) *Retain any removed trim required for carrier installation and give to the customer. Read More »
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS: ADDED "Change Fluid" at 120,000 miles or 10 years, whichever occurs first to Front Differential - R8 Coupe, R8 Spyder only Read More »
