2021-2022 Audi A6 Jerking/Hesitation with DTC P023600

Symptoms

Owners of 2021-2022 Audi A6 models equipped with the 2.0l engine may experience their vehicle feeling as if it is hesitating, is low on power, or is bucking/jerking while driving. Additionally, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) may be illuminated on the dashboard.

Fault Codes / DTCs

When diagnosing the Audi A6 jerking hesitation P023600 issue, technicians may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) stored in the Engine Control Module (ECM), specifically J623 (address word 0001):

Code	Description
P010600	Manifold Abs.Pressure or Bar.Pressure Range/Performance
P023600	Turbocharger Boost Sensor (A) Circ. Range/Performance

Diagnosis / Trigger Conditions

The root cause of the Audi A6 jerking hesitation P023600 and P010600 DTCs is often traced to damage in the yellow wire on the electrical connector of the G31 charge pressure sender. This damage is attributed to the routing and uncovered length of the wiring, making it susceptible to vibrations over time.

Important Warnings

Audi explicitly states that "Parts replacement does not solve this issue. Claims for replaced parts (e.g., G31 sensor or turbocharger) will be subject to review." This means simply replacing the G31 sensor or turbocharger will not resolve the underlying wiring problem and may not be covered under warranty. Furthermore, if your vehicle is outside any applicable warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin 2062323/3 is for informational purposes only, implying potential out-of-pocket costs for repairs.

Repair Procedure Summary

The repair detailed in Technical Service Bulletin 2062323/3 involves inspecting and repairing the wiring at the G31 boost pressure sensor. If damage is found at the pins or wire of the G31 boost pressure sensor, the harness must be repaired using a VAS 1978B wire harness repair set. This includes using gold-plated contacts (part number 000 979 025 EA) for the damaged wires and ensuring sufficient slack in the harness to prevent future issues. Following the repair, the harness must be wrapped with textile tape (part number N 105 920 02), starting below the connector and extending to cover the connector base, ensuring wires are kept flat and overlapping existing tape.

Required Tools or Parts

To perform the repair outlined in TSB 2062323/3, the following parts and tools are specified:

Parts

• Fasteners, Bolts, Nuts, and Screws: As needed (refer to ETKA/ELSA)
• N 10592002: Textile Tape (quantity: 0.10)
• 000979025EA: Gold-plated contact (quantity: 01)
• 000979940: Butt connector (quantity: 01)

Tools

• VAS 1978B: Wire harness repair set
• VAS 6160/VAS 6150: VAS tester with the current version of ODIS (Windows 10)

Warranty Information

Warranty claims for this repair are typically covered under the following conditions:

• Claim Type 110: Up to 48 Months/50,000 Miles.
• Claim Type G10: For Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles, verification of owner status is required.

The Service Number for this operation is 9709, and the Damage Code is 0015. All warranty claims must adhere to the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual and are subject to review.

Owner Action

If your 2021-2022 Audi A6 is exhibiting symptoms such as jerking, hesitation, or low power, especially with an illuminated MIL, and you suspect the Audi A6 jerking hesitation P023600 issue, it is recommended to schedule an appointment with an authorized Audi dealership. They can perform a diagnostic scan to confirm the presence of DTCs P023600 or P010600 and apply the appropriate repair as per Technical Service Bulletin 2062323/3.

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Source: NHTSA ID: 10251498