2023-2024 Audi Virtual Pedal Deactivation TSB

Owners of certain 2023-2024 Audi models may wish to deactivate the "gesture-controlled rear lid opening/closing function," commonly known as the Audi virtual pedal deactivation. This feature allows for hands-free operation of the rear lid by kicking your foot under the bumper. This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) provides the official procedure for technicians to disable or re-enable this function.

Condition

This TSB addresses customer requests to deactivate the gesture-controlled rear lid opening/closing function. It is a customer preference adjustment rather than a repair for a malfunction.

Technical Background

Audi has confirmed that it is possible to deactivate the virtual pedal functions if an owner no longer wishes to use them. This adjustment is made through the vehicle's diagnostic system.

Repair Procedure Summary

To perform the Audi virtual pedal deactivation, a technician will follow these steps using a diagnostic tool:

1. Access Control Module: Connect to the vehicle's diagnostic system and access the "46 module," which is the Comfort System Central Control Module (UDS/ISOTP). Select the "Adaptation" function within this module.
2. Navigate to Personalization Settings: Locate and expand the "Personalization of user account 1" option. Then, scroll down to find "Rear lid release via rear lid open sensors."
3. Deactivate the Function: Click on the "Input" field next to "Rear lid release via rear lid open sensors" and change its value to "Off."
4. Repeat for All User Accounts: These steps must be repeated for all personalization user accounts (1-7) to ensure the virtual pedal is deactivated for all drivers.
5. Verify Change: After making the adjustments, perform a 10-second key cycle and then check the function of the virtual pedal to confirm it is deactivated.

To re-activate the virtual pedal function, the same steps are followed, but the "Input" setting is changed to "On."

Important Warnings

Owners and technicians should be aware of the following important information regarding the Audi virtual pedal deactivation:

• Settings Reversion: Resetting user accounts to factory settings will revert the virtual pedal setting back to "on."
• Module Replacement: If the Comfort control module -J393- (address word 46) is replaced, or if its coding is changed, the virtual pedal setting may also revert to "on."
• Inoperative Virtual Pedal: If the virtual pedal functions are inoperative but no Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) are present, technicians should first check these personalization settings.
• Feature Availability: The virtual pedal feature is no longer available on sedan models from Model Year 2023 onwards. Refer to TSB 2067818 for more details on this change.

Owner Action

If you wish to deactivate or re-activate the Audi virtual pedal deactivation feature on your 2023-2024 Audi, you should schedule an appointment with an authorized Audi service center. This procedure requires specialized diagnostic equipment and should be performed by a trained technician.

Warranty

This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB 55 23 79 2070966/1) is for informational purposes only and is not applicable to any Audi Warranty claims.

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NHTSA ID: 10241428