Audi A8 Service Bulletins
4,061 manufacturer communications on file.
- June 5, 2015•Document ID: 10120826Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911590 2040406-
- Date Added:
- October 27, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 15-87 dated May 18, 2015. When the vehicle is started, the GPS location or vehicle direction indicated on the MMI navigation map does not match the vehicle?s actual location or direction of travel for a long period of time (often as long as 10 minutes). The issue occurs in open sky, with no large buildings obstructing the sky view. The issue is intermittent, but it can occur for long periods of time during a single day. The issue typically happens on very warm days when the HVAC system blower is at a medium to high setting (auto or manual), with air being directed out of the panel vents. When the issue occurs, the GPS navigation system satellite reception shows 0 satellites. Due to the infrequency of the issue, this might not be verifiable. (To view the number of satellites being received, go to Nav >> Route >> Select Current Position (first item in list) and scroll up. No DTCs related to the GPS antenna or MMI system are present. The vehicle is an A4 (including S4 and allroad variants), A5 (including Cabriolet, S5, and RS 5 variants), A6 (including S6 variant), A7 (including S7/RS 7 variants), A8 (including long wheelbase, S8, or W12 variants) or Q5 (including SQ5 and hybrid variants). Q7 and Q3 vehicles are not affected by this condition. The failure can happen at start-up or while the vehicle is being driven. The issue typically starts when the vehicle is driven on curvy or circular roads, driven in circles (such as when driven around a parking lot), or driven on or off an expressway.
Associated Products (21)Associated Documents - June 2, 2015•Document ID: 10120805Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A171563 2038129-
- Date Added:
- October 27, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 14-53 dated November 7, 2014. A check with the engine oil service dipstick T40178 is necessary, but the adjustment values for the dipstick are not available in the Elsa repair manual. Because of a system change, the adjustment values for the service dipstick T40178 were removed from the repair manual.
Associated Products (126)Associated Documents - May 29, 2015•Document ID: 10120068Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsTIRES; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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- Normal Load Cond
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the normal load condition tire pressure table. This document is in Spanish.
Associated Products (21)Associated Documents - May 29, 2015•Document ID: 10120067Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; TIRES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Normal Load Cond
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the normal load condition tire pressure table.
Associated Products (21)Associated Documents - May 29, 2015•Document ID: 10120052Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A971548 2013504-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-15 dated October 20, 2010. Sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules. Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) if incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests are used. Either action may cause intermittent electrical connections, which can cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.
Associated Products (202)Associated Documents - May 24, 2015•Document ID: 10106781Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- DEALER LETTER
- Date Added:
- June 16, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryON AUDI A8 VEHICLES WITH W12 ENGINE MANUFACTURED WITHIN A SPECIFIC PERIOD, THE ENGINE TORQUE MONITORING SYSTEM MAY INDICATE A FAULT IN CYLINDER DEACTIVATION MODE (CYLINDER ON DEMAND).
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - May 21, 2015•Document ID: 10120050Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A941567 2027773-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-96 dated November 1, 2012. Part or all of the daytime running lights do not work on vehicles equipped with LED daytime running lights. For vehicles with halogen daytime running lights, refer to TSB 2017488: 94 Halogen Daytime running lights do not work. In the past, the daytime running light bulbs were a serviceable part. In this application, the LED strip cannot be replaced, and may have an associated control module. This TSB is for servicing information only.
Associated Products (77)Associated Documents - May 19, 2015•Document ID: 10120048Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911588 2026390-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryWhen a phonebook with a large number of contacts is being downloaded, the MMI screen freezes Briefly after the initial Bluetooth connection (shortly after the phone is bonded to the vehicle), after the ignition is switched on (shortly after the phone automatically reconnects with the vehicle), and after the phonebook has downloaded. When the voice recognition system is used, a message appears in the MMI screen stating that the phone book is too large and that the voice recognition system cannot be used. When music is streamed to the MMI system with the Bluetooth A2DP connection, the music intermittently pauses or seems to skip. The condition goes away once the phonebook transfer is completed. The MMI uses a limited portion of the total memory to convert the name and phone number fields of downloaded contacts into a voice command (text to speech). Extensive processing takes place if too many letters are used in the first and last name fields or if numbers or special characters are entered. The remaining memory is dynamically assigned to different applications which can also affect the capacity of the voice command processing. The MMI does not respond until the process is completed or it may freeze if phonebook fields are too large or do not follow typical formatting. In addition, the text-to-speech capacity is exceeded and the voice recognition system is rendered inactive.
Associated Products (117)Associated Documents - May 19, 2015•Document ID: 10120037Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE:BODY:TRUNK LID; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A551537 2031273-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 55 number 14-34 dated March 21, 2014. The movement-activated rear lid opening (also known as "Hands-free trunk release") is sporadically inoperative. This feature is installed on the A6/A7 from CW 22/2013 production and the A8 from CW 45/2011 production with Audi advanced key (PR No. 4I3).
Associated Products (14)Associated Documents - May 18, 2015•Document ID: 10120047Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911587 2040406-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryWhen the vehicle is started, the GPS location or vehicle direction indicated on the MMI navigation map does not match the vehicle's actual location or direction of travel for a long period of time (often as long as 10 minutes). The issue occurs in open sky, with no large buildings obstructing the sky view. The issue is intermittent, but it can occur for long periods of time during a single day. The issue typically happens on very warm days when the HVAC system blower is at a medium to high setting (auto or manual), with air being directed out of the panel vents. When the issue occurs, the GPS navigation system satellite reception shows 0 satellites. Due to the infrequency of the issue, this might not be verifiable. No DTCs related to the GPS antenna or MMI system are present. If the sky view is blocked because the vehicle is in a parking structure, below ground, or next to large buildings, it is normal for the GPS location or vehicle direction indicated on the MMI navigation map to not match the vehicle's actual location or direction of travel. The blocked sky view prevents the vehicle from receiving satellites, and the system may be temporarily lost until four satellites can be received. This is a normal condition, and is not related to the condition described above. Replacing the MMI main unit will not change this behavior. A potential failure in the internal hardware of the MMI main unit can cause the GPS signal to be blocked, even if good reception is available. The failure can happen at start-up or while the vehicle is being driven. The issue typically starts when the vehicle is driven on curvy or circular roads, driven in circles (such as when driven around a parking lot), or driven on or off an expressway.
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - May 18, 2015•Document ID: 10120041Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A871563 2010146-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 14-54 dated August 28, 2014. There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system. The odor usually occurs when the vehicle has been sitting unused for five hours or more. The odor usually occurs within 20 to 60 seconds after the vehicle is started. Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor. If the odor is noticeable in the vehicle when the engine is not turned on, the cause may be mold and mildew in the passenger compartment, and not be related to the A/C system. All other possible sources of the odor must be investigated before this bulletin can be performed.
Associated Products (168)Associated Documents - May 15, 2015•Document ID: 10120046Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911586 2039476-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 15-76 dated March 3, 2015. The customer complains that the Audi Connect Online service in their 2011-2013 A8, 2012-2013 Q7, or 2013 A4, A5, A5 cabriolet, or Q5 vehicle only reaches 2G service when some metropolitan areas. This bulletin applies only to model year 2011-2013 A8, 2012-2013 Q7, and 2013 A4, A5, A5 cabriolet, and Q5 vehicles. For 2012-2013 A6 and A7 vehicles, see TSB 2039515. Recently, T-Mobile (the service provider for Audi Connect) has repurposed some of the GSM spectrum (3G on 2100Mhz band) to maximize 4G LTE coverage in the Indianapolis metropolitan area. Devices that do not support 3G service on the 1900MHZ band (including MMI main units of the vehicles to which this bulletin applies) will only receive 2G service when the switch is completed. The change currently only affects the markets listed above, but will affect other markets in coming years. This bulletin will be updated to include these markets as changes occur.
Associated Products (7)Associated Documents - May 15, 2015•Document ID: 10120040Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A871562 2040653-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe air conditioning system does not blow cold air. DTCs are stored in the air conditioning / heating electronics control module, J255 (address word 08). In the course of diagnosis, the refrigerant circuit volume is checked and the refrigerant volume is correct. No leaks can be found. Normally, the diagnostic conclusion faults the high pressure sensor G395, and it is subsequently replaced. The air conditioning system then functions normally. G395 sensors returned to Auburn Hills for testing reveal no malfunction with the sensor. Audi of America is requesting your cooperation in supplying us with technical information regarding this issue.
Associated Products (16)Associated Documents - May 15, 2015•Document ID: 10120033Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A201546 2035073-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-45 dated May 6, 2015. The MIL is on. DTC P045600 (EVAP System Leak Detected NVLD (very small leak)) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Drivability is not affected. The NVLD pressure switch may erroneously detect a very small leak.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - May 14, 2015•Document ID: 10120045Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911584 2040579-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryDuring PDI, the Navigation function is found to not be available. The error message "Navigation data is invalid" appears in the MMI. During a certain production period, the supplier of the MMI main unit, Harman, incorrectly configured the software for the MMI. As a result, Navigation cannot be activated.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - May 13, 2015•Document ID: 10120031Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A171562 2040644-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryA metallic whistling or grinding sound is heard from the engine compartment when the vehicle is at idle speed. The sound usually only occurs when the engine is warm. The MIL is sporadically on. DTC P2279 and DTC P0507 are stored in the ECM. A leak in the crankcase breather module (pressure regulating valve) can cause this condition.
Associated Products (20)Associated Documents - May 13, 2015•Document ID: 10120029Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A011522 2038045-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-88 dated August 15, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC P218100 (Cooling System Performance) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). DTC P218100 will be stored if, after a specified air flow (warm-up phase), the measured engine temperature does not reach the value in the timing map. Particles in the cooling system from the production process affect the closing of the coolant thermostat. Replacing the coolant temperature sender does not fix the problem.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - May 8, 2015•Document ID: 10120043Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911583 2030465-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-07 dated September 12, 2013. Group "A" complaints: Valid for vehicles with MMI software below version 566. Group "B" complaints: Valid for vehicles with MMI software at or above version 566 but below 715. Group "C" complaints: Valid for vehicles with MMI software at or above version 715 but not including 814. This bulletin only applies to vehicles with MMI3G+ Navigation (PR Number "7T6") and to vehicles with MMI3G+ Navigation, but without Audi Connect (PR Number "7T6" with additional PR code of "PND"). Continual improvements to MMI software provides solutions to issues experienced in the field.
Associated Products (75)Associated Documents - May 6, 2015•Document ID: 10120032Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A201545 2035073-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 14-43 dated December 19, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC P045600 (EVAP System Leak Detected NVLD (very small leak)) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Drivability is not affected. The NVLD pressure switch may erroneously detect a very small leak.
Associated Products (23)Associated Documents - May 1, 2015•Document ID: 10120049Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A921510 2038151-
- Date Added:
- October 21, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 92 number 14-09 dated September 12, 2014. The washer solvent level warning is on in the DIS, but the washer solvent level is correct. There is no functional restriction in the windshield washer system. The sensitivity of the washer solvent level sensor (G33) can be affected by the type, concentration, and the presence of additives in the washer solvent currently in the tank. The operation of the level sensor relies on the composition of the solvent to provide an accurate message on the solvent level. Incorrect concentration and the presence of additives can contaminate the sensor and reduce its sensitivity.
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