2022-2023 Audi e-tron GT Maneuver Assist Fault Message

Symptoms

Owners of 2022-2023 Audi e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT vehicles equipped with Park assist plus may observe a specific message displayed briefly on the instrument cluster. The message reads: "Maneuver assist: fault. Please contact service". This warning typically appears shortly after the vehicle is started.

The message usually disappears within a few seconds. After it vanishes, the maneuver assist system is expected to function normally. This condition is often sporadic, meaning it does not occur every time the vehicle is started.

Technical Explanation

According to Audi Technical Service Bulletin 2073260/1, the "Maneuver assist: fault. Please contact service" message occurs when the drive system is activated quickly and a gear is selected immediately. In such instances, not all relevant network control units have had sufficient time to fully initialize. This temporary initialization state triggers the warning message.

It's important to note that workshop findings confirm no relevant diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are stored in the driver assist systems control module, specifically the -J1121- control unit (address word 00A5), when this condition occurs. This further supports the transient nature of the Audi e-tron GT maneuver assist fault.

Important Warnings

Audi Technical Service Bulletin 2073260/1 explicitly states that no repair is available for this condition. Owners should be aware of the following critical instructions:

• Do not perform any repairs. Any attempts to repair this concern may be denied under warranty.
• Instruct the customer that this condition is normal. This message is considered a normal operational characteristic under specific starting conditions.

This bulletin replaces previous bulletins PSS 2064985 and PSS 91, which also addressed the "Maneuver assist: fault" message.

Workaround

While no repair is needed for the Audi e-tron GT maneuver assist fault, owners can manually deactivate the maneuver assist system to prevent the message from being displayed. This can be done through the vehicle's infotainment system.

To deactivate:

• From the home screen, navigate to: CAR > Parking aid > Maneuver assist.
• Alternatively, if the parking aid is already active, select Maneuver assist directly.

Be aware that these settings are linked to individual user accounts. If multiple drivers use the vehicle, the setting may need to be changed in each user's account to ensure the message does not appear for them.

Owner Action

If you experience the "Maneuver assist: fault. Please contact service" message in your 2022-2023 Audi e-tron GT or RS e-tron GT, understand that this is considered a normal and temporary condition by Audi. No action or repair is required. You do not need to visit a dealership for this specific issue, as no repair is available.

If the maneuver assist system does not function normally after the message disappears, or if the message persists for an extended period, then it would be advisable to contact your authorized Audi service center for further diagnosis.

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Source: NHTSA ID: 10251504