Audi A8 Service Bulletins
4,061 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 3, 2015•Document ID: 10120672Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; POWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A151526 2039995-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryRattling noises are heard from the timing chain drive for about 1-3 seconds after the first engine start of the day. The noises are caused by one of the upper chain tensioners. The noises do not lead to damage. Improved chain tensioner.
Associated Products (48)Associated Documents - March 3, 2015•Document ID: 10119953Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911576 2039476-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe customer complains that the Audi Connect Online service only reaches 2G service within the Indianapolis metropolitan area. This bulletin applies only to model year 2011-2013 A8, 2012-2013 Q7, and 2013 A4, A5, A5 cabriolet, and Q7 vehicles. For 2012-2013 A6 and A7 vehicles, see TSB 2039515. A telephone module that supports 3G service on the 1900MHZ band was installed beginning with model year 2014 vehicles.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - February 25, 2015•Document ID: 10120703Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE; VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A701544 2038029-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 14-39 dated August 11, 2014. Various squeaks and/or rattles are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. These noises can be created by the points of contact between the sunroof cover trim frame and the clips that retain it to the headliner.
Associated Products (32)Associated Documents - February 23, 2015•Document ID: 10120689Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A191555 2039891-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryHeating performance is low. Air bubble noises are heard from coolant and/or heat exchanger area. The check valve in the breather line can come loose. As a result, air may get into the coolant system. Modified parts in production starting with production date 2/5/2015.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - February 19, 2015•Document ID: 10120699Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:PADS; SERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A461505 2038056-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-94 dated August 11, 2014. The brake pad wear indicator comes on, but brake pad thickness is above the wear limit.
Associated Products (37)Associated Documents - February 19, 2015•Document ID: 10120692Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A261525 2036070-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 26 number 14-21 dated February 3, 2014. Various noises, such as humming, vibration, and/or rattling are heard coming from under the vehicle or from near the center console area. The noises may appear when the vehicle is driven at highway speeds, during hard acceleration when RPMs are high, during deceleration from 40 mph, or during acceleration from a stop.
Associated Products (6)Associated Documents - February 17, 2015•Document ID: 10120683Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A011508 2030580-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 15-06 dated January 16, 2015. The customer complains that the vehicle sporadically cannot be started. The yellow gearbox warning light may be illuminated. DTC P157000 and/or DTC P170100 present in the ECM and the transmission control module, respectively.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - February 13, 2015•Document ID: 10120682Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A011507 2028344-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013. 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.
Associated Products (201)Associated Documents - February 12, 2015•Document ID: 10120705Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A941560 2017806-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 14-32 dated January 23, 2014. The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the following message: "Vehicle lights: malfunction". DTCs are stored in the vehicle electrical system control module. Exterior lights are functioning properly.
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - February 9, 2015•Document ID: 10120696Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A461502 2034181-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 15-00 dated January 23, 2015. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking.
Associated Products (47)Associated Documents - February 5, 2015•Document ID: 10120693Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A371555 2039650-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThere is an oil leak from underneath the vehicle. The leak may appear to be from the transmission oil pan gasket. Although the leak may appear to be from the transmission oil pan gasket, there are multiple possible sources for the leak. The leak must be diagnosed to determine the actual location before any repairs are attempted.
Associated Products (8)Associated Documents - February 3, 2015•Document ID: 10120717Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Campaign Circula
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe oil filter bypass valve on certain 2013 model year Audi 4.0L vehicles may not be present or may have been incorrectly installed during production.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - January 30, 2015•Document ID: 10119889Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Dealer Letter an
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the notice about an upcoming Service action on the oil filter bypass valve. The oil filter bypass valve may not be present or may have been incorrectly installed during production.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - January 23, 2015•Document ID: 10120671Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A461500 2034181-
- Date Added:
- October 25, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. Brake noise can be attributed to many causes. Aftermarket pads or discs have been installed. There is debris (such as small stones, grit, road salt, or sand) between brake disc and brake pad. Discs are covered with rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has not been driven for a long period of time
Associated Products (53)Associated Documents - January 20, 2015•Document ID: 10119865Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A901552 2039429-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe vehicle horn sounds abnormal or is inoperative. Various parts have been replaced under warranty for the condition noted above, but no issues were identified with these parts. Contact the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC) before replacing any parts. No changes to production have been made, as no issue has been identified.
Associated Products (12)Associated Documents - January 16, 2015•Document ID: 10119855Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A011506 2030580-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe customer complains that the vehicle sporadically cannot be started. The yellow gearbox warning light may be illuminated. DTCs may be present. The remote key being used is transmitting incomplete immobilizer information to the vehicle, resulting in the condition.
Associated Products (9)Associated Documents - January 16, 2015•Document ID: 10119854Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A011505 2036169-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe MIL is on due to a Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low DTC stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. This issue is related to the diesel fuel and not a technical problem with the vehicle.
Associated Products (19)Associated Documents - January 15, 2015•Document ID: 10119861Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A461599 2034181-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. Brake noise can be attributed to many causes. Brake discs or brake pads are close to or below their wear limit. Aftermarket pads or discs have been installed. There is debris (such as small stones, grit, road salt, or sand) between brake disc and brake pad. Discs are covered with rust. Rust can form when the vehicle has not been driven for a long period of time.
Associated Products (56)Associated Documents - January 15, 2015•Document ID: 10119846Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PDI - 2015 A8-A8
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the Audi pre-delivery inspection checklist. All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an Audi technician. Audi recommends using an Audi approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection. It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units during the SVM check vehicle configuration. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis using GFF for the PDI function tests. For items marked with *, please refer to the PDI Technician Reference Document posted on ServiceNet for additional information. This document is in Spanish.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - January 15, 2015•Document ID: 10119845Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PDI - 2015 A8-A8
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the Audi pre-delivery inspection checklist. All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an Audi technician. Audi recommends using an Audi approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection. It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units during the SVM check vehicle configuration. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis using GFF for the PDI function tests. For items marked with *, please refer to the PDI Technician Reference Document posted on ServiceNet for additional information.
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