1997 Audi A4 TSBs
66 Technical Service Bulletins across 13 categories
Categories
Engine
24 bulletinsTURBOCHARGER, FAILURE DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION.
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EXPERIENCING KNOCKING/CREAKING NOISES FROM REAR AXLE.
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Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants
Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.
Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014.
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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011.
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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015.
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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013.
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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011.
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Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake light lens. Damp air settles on the inside of a cold lens, which creates condensation. The headlight circulation system allows air from the outside to flow through the headlights. This open waterprotected ventilation system (needed for pressure compensation) creates different climate zones in the headlight: very warm areas, where the lens is warmed up by the light, and relatively cool areas, where the lens is cooled own by the air flow. Considerable differences in humidity and temperature between the inside and the outside of the headlights, even while driving, can lead to condensation. This is especially true in cold and wet weather, but it can also happen after a car wash, after steam cleaning the engine or the front end, with overnight temperature changes, etc. This phenomenon is more visible on lenses made of clear glass than on lenses with patterns. The moisture does not affect the headlight function (light performance) and does not lead to corrosion or other damage to headlight parts.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013.
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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013.
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Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiring. This bulletin applies only to non-diesel engines.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013.
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This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER...
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ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL ALL. ALL YEARS. *PE
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW - ENGINE FLUSH.
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*NJ UPDATED 4/30/08. *NJ
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW - ENGINE FLUSH.
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THE WARRANTY IS EXTENDED FOR SUBJECT VEHICLES TO 168,000 KM (105,000 MILES), REGARDLESS OF TIME IN SERVICE, FOR ENGINE...
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DAMAGE RESULTING FROM A BROKEN TIMING BELT. *TT
ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS, OIL CAPACITY, OIL FILTER.
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TO INCLUDE AUDI 24 2006. *TT
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN JK TO INSPECT THE TIMING BELT ON VEHICLES WITH INTERNAL ENGINE DAMAGE RESULTING FROM A BROKEN TIMING BELT.
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VALVE COVER GASKET, INSTALLING SEALANT AT CRITICAL POINTS.
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LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT IS ON.
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AUDI CABRIOLET 2004 INCLUDED. *TT
ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS, OIL CAPACITY, OIL FILTER.
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*TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES BULLETIN 04-01 DATED JAN. 12, 2004. 2004 CABRIOLET, AUDI INCLUDED. *TT
THROTTLE VALVE CONTROL MODULE - J338-, WILL NOT ADAPT.
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*MJ
Other
10 bulletinsVEHICLE EXHIBITING A WHINING / WHIRRING TYPE NOISE AT CERTAIN MPH RANGES.
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SUBJECT ON CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM, FUNCTION OPTIONS.
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TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR OIL DRAIN PLUG.
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Audi Elsa Newsletter
This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19.
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This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part...
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numbers going forward.
This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil...
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change.
This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees.
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This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
REPAIRS OF OIL SLUDGE RELATED PROBLEMS.
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Tires & Wheels
6 bulletinsTightening wheel bolts
Tightening wheel bolts
This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013.
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Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012.
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Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. Always use a calibrated torque wrench to attain the correct wheel bolt torque and follow the proper wheel tightening procedure as outlined in Elsa. Proper use of a calibrated torque wrench ensures that all wheel bolts are tightened equally and reduces the chances of repeat repairs. Using methods other than a calibrated torque wrench to attain correct wheel bolt torque may lead to problems.
AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT.
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TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE
Pre-Delivery & Maintenance
6 bulletinsSupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011.
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This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014.
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Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
OIL SLUDGE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION.
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WARRANTY EXTENSION 1997-1999 MODEL YEAR.
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WARRANTY EXTENSION COVERING CERTAIN OIL SLUDGE RELATED REPAIRS.
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OIL SLUDGE - WARRANTY EXTENSION.
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SERVICE CIRCULAR - WARRANTY. *TT
Brakes
5 bulletinsThis informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the...
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headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light lens.
Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment.
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Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. ABS and/or brake lamp(s) will be illuminated in IP cluster. Broken ground bond wire within the ABS module (ABS 5.3 system) causes diagnostic communication issues with the ABS module, ECM, and TCM. Brake system and ABS system functionality are not affected by the broken ground circuit. This bulletin only addresses the communication issue (broken ground circuit) between the vehicle and the diagnostic scan tool described above. This bulletin does not address any subsequent vehicle diagnostic system issues that may exist. OBD system works normally; emission or diagnostic critical malfunctions will be indicated by MIL illumination. ABS system is not functionally affected by the broken ground circuit.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012.
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Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake light lens.
AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT...
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GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODEL 1995-2014 ALL. *PE
AUDI: ABS ACTIVATES DURING LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATION .
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CONTROL NOISES ARE HEARD FROM THE ABS UNIT AT LOW SPEED WITHOUT BRAKE APPLICATION. *PE
Suspension
4 bulletinsSUBJECT REGARDING NOISY FRONT SUSPENSION.
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SERVICE ACTION JE CAMPAIGN-CHECK/REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS.
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AUDI HAS FOUND THAT IN RARE CASES, ONE OR BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES CAN EXHIBIT WEAR, EVEN THOUGH THE DAMAGE TO THE RUBBER BOOTS IS NOT OBVIOUS. *SC
CHECK/REPLACE REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS.
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SERVICE ACTION TO INSPECT LOWER CONTROL ARM SEALS.
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Lighting
3 bulletinsSupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010.
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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.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION.
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HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER.
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Electrical
2 bulletinsTHIS TECHNICAL REPAIR MANUAL CONTAINS THE ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPLENT LOCATIONS.
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Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with...
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high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified two US based suppliers to support dealers in USA and Canada.
Software & Calibration
2 bulletinsThis communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries.
This document contains information on the Audi side assist update.
Transmission
1 bulletinPROCEDURES ON INSTALLING TRANSMISSION SOUND DEADENING SHIELDS *TT
Body & Paint
1 bulletinVEHICLES WILL BE SHIPPED WITH A PAINT PROTECTION PRODUCT CALLED RAPGARD.
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Fuel System
1 bulletinDue to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the...
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State of Minnesota.
Steering
1 bulletinZF VH RECALL OF THE ZF STEERING PUMP, SUPPLIED TO WD'S FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE AUDI A4 PASSAT P/N 8D0 145 156FX INSTEAD...
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OF THE CORRECT ZF P/N 7691 955 276ZW. 2004 AUDI A4 ALSO INCLUDED. *TT