2022 Audi e-tron GT Battery Terminal Update 97GG

Audi has released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 97GG, titled "Securing Positive Battery Terminal – (NVLW)", for certain 2022 e-tron GT vehicles. This proactive update aims to prevent potential issues related to the 12-volt battery's positive terminal. The TSB outlines a specific procedure to ensure the wiring harness is properly secured.

Technical Background

The TSB 97GG identifies a production irregularity affecting a small number of 2022 Audi e-tron GT vehicles. During manufacturing, the wiring harness for the positive terminal on the 12-volt battery may not have been tightened to the specified torque. This condition, if left unaddressed, could lead to future electrical problems.

This update is a preventative measure, meaning it is being performed to avoid potential issues rather than to fix an existing symptom. Therefore, owners are unlikely to experience any specific warning lights or operational changes related to a loose 2022 Audi e-tron GT battery terminal before this update is applied.

Repair Procedure Summary

The remedy for the 2022 Audi e-tron GT battery terminal issue involves a straightforward procedure performed by an authorized Audi technician. The steps are as follows:

1. Access the Battery: The technician will first remove the plenum chamber cover to gain access to the 12-volt battery and its terminals. Detailed instructions for this step are found in the ELSA Repair Manual under "Body > Body Exterior > 50 Body Front > Bulkhead > Plenum Chamber Cover, Removing and Installing."
2. Tighten Terminal: The positive terminal of the 12-volt battery will then be tightened to a precise torque specification of 20 Newton meters (Nm).
3. Reassembly: Finally, the plenum chamber cover will be reinstalled in the reverse order of its removal.

Important Notes for Owners

For this update to be valid and performed, your vehicle must meet specific criteria:

• The vehicle must show the 97GG code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair.
• The vehicle must be within its New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW) period.
• The procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame specified in this Technical Service Bulletin.
• For vehicles currently in dealer inventory, this procedure must be completed prior to sale.

Critical Warning: All existing Safety Recalls on your vehicle must be completed before this 97GG campaign can be performed. This ensures all critical safety items are addressed first.

Warranty Information

This update is covered under warranty for eligible vehicles. Audi dealers will process claims using the following information:

• Service Number: 97GG
• Damage Code: 0099
• Parts Vendor Code: 002
• Claim Type: For sold vehicles, use 710; for unsold vehicles, use 790.
• Causal Indicator: Mark labor as causal.

Labor operations involved include 6644 19 50 for cowl panel trim removal and reinstallation, and 2706 13 99 for torquing the positive battery terminal. The time units for these operations are specified in ELSA and 10 units, respectively.

NHTSA ID: 10209267