Audi A3 Service Bulletins (2016)
923 manufacturer communications on file.
- October 27, 2015•Document ID: 10123756Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Scheduled Mainte
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the Audi maintenance schedule. First standard maintenance service at 5,000 miles or 1 year after delivery, whichever occurs first. Standard maintenance services thereafter occur at intervals of 10,000 miles or 1 year after the last standard maintenance service, whichever occurs first. First major maintenance service at 15,000 miles or 2 years after delivery, whichever occurs first. Major maintenance services thereafter occur at intervals of 20,000 miles or 2 years after the last major maintenance service, whichever occurs first. The intervals shown in this table are based on vehicles operating under normal conditions. In case of severe conditions, such as extremely low temperatures, excessive dust, etc., it is necessary for certain operations to be carried out in between the given intervals. This applies particularly to engine oil changes and the cleaning or replacing of the air cleaner filter element.
Associated Products (17)Associated Documents - October 27, 2015•Document ID: 10123718Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A511510 2009967-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 15-09 dated October 2, 2015. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
Associated Products (100)Associated Documents - October 20, 2015•Document ID: 10123716Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A461525 2022584-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-86 dated July 14, 2014. DO NOT use this TSB if there is another TSB for same concern applicable to the VIN. This TSB is only intended for diagnostic purposes and does not serve as a guideline for determining warrantable conditions. Customer may report that the steering wheel vibrates or pulsates when the brakes are applied. driving style, environmental conditions, and service history of the vehicle. Additionally, as brake pads and discs wear, their dampening ability is reduced. Disc thickness variation (DTV) is a common condition that contributes to brake pulsation. DTV occurs when the two braking surfaces of the brake disc are no longer parallel to each other. This condition cannot be accurately measured with normal workshop tools.
Associated Products (141)Associated Documents - October 19, 2015•Document ID: 10123720Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A571514 2042249-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryIn cold conditions (under 40°F), the vehicle sporadically cannot be locked or opened with the entry and start authorization. No DTCs related to the entry and start authorization control unit are logged. The issue occurs with all keys. The vehicle can be locked and opened with the remote. The conductivity of the door handle is affected by external influences.
Associated Products (11)Associated Documents - October 15, 2015•Document ID: 10123705Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A201549 2042166-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThe 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. Various parts have been replaced under warranty for the condition noted above, but no issues were identified with these parts. In an effort to gain information, we are asking that you contact the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC) before replacing any parts. This will assist us in diagnosing any potential issues with the condition noted above.
Associated Products (16)Associated Documents - October 14, 2015•Document ID: 10123721Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A701548 2038029-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 15-47 dated September 21, 2015. 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 (43)Associated Documents - October 13, 2015•Document ID: 10123714Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A461523 2034181-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 15-02 dated February 9, 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. DO NOT use this TSB if there is another brake noise TSB applicable to the VIN. For additional information, refer to the Audi Brake systems brochure. Brake noise can be attributed to many causes. Brake discs or brake pads are close to or below their wear limit. New brake pads and/or discs have not been properly imbedded after installation. Aftermarket pads or discs are 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. Discs are grooved. There is chemical contamination on the braking surface of the brake disc due to wheel or tire cleaner being sprayed directly onto the brake disc. There are ?pad marks? on the brake disc as a result of brake pad material transferring to the discs. Pad marks can occur when a vehicle has been parked for long periods of time in a wet or snowy environment.
Associated Products (80)Associated Documents - October 8, 2015•Document ID: 10123755Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- Scheduled Mainte
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the Audi maintenance schedule. First standard maintenance service at 5,000 miles or 1 year after delivery, whichever occurs first. Standard maintenance services thereafter occur at intervals of 10,000 miles or 1 year after the last standard maintenance service, whichever occurs first. First major maintenance service at 15,000 miles or 2 years after delivery, whichever occurs first. Major maintenance services thereafter occur at intervals of 20,000 miles or 2 years after the last major maintenance service, whichever occurs first. The intervals shown in this table are based on vehicles operating under normal conditions. In case of severe conditions, such as extremely low temperatures, excessive dust, etc., it is necessary for certain operations to be carried out in between the given intervals. This applies particularly to engine oil changes and the cleaning or replacing of the air cleaner filter element.
Associated Products (17)Associated Documents - October 5, 2015•Document ID: 10123749Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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- Fluid Capacity C
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryThis document contains the fluid capacity chart.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 5, 2015•Document ID: 10123712Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A441557 2022563-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 14-56 dated December 8, 2014. Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel. This condition does not lead to any handling concerns or loss of vehicle control. Customer feels the vibration while driving at highway speeds from 55 ? 80 mph (88 ? 128 km/h). This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair Authorization on this topic. If an applicable Repair Authorization is not followed, the claim will not be paid. Tires with higher mileage and/or wear should be inspected to determine the best correction for the issue (repair or replacement). Tire life and condition should be determined prior to starting any diagnosis or repair for a vibration.
Associated Products (126)Associated Documents - October 5, 2015•Document ID: 10123602Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A001577 2042390-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryAudi of America is requesting your cooperation in supplying us with the technical information vital to the successful launch of the Audi A3 e-tron. The procedure outlined below is mandatory for all dealers and should be followed when the first Audi A3 e-tron arrives at your dealership until further notice. The repair authorization process should not be followed for routine maintenance services and PDI inspections.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 2, 2015•Document ID: 10123717Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A511509 2009967-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 13-07 dated September 30, 2013. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
Associated Products (100)Associated Documents - September 29, 2015•Document ID: 10123774Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A911517 2042013-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryWhile using Audi connect, the customer cannot access the online destination search and/or the Google Earth navigation view. ?This service is currently unavailable. Please try again later" message appears in the MMI. The customer may also see an error message in the myAudi portal indicating that one or multiple licenses are expired and must be renewed. Replacing the SIM card or MMI hardware or performing the SVM recovery activation will not remedy the concern.
Associated Products (80)Associated Documents - September 29, 2015•Document ID: 10123766Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A371560 2041177-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummaryAt low throttle input, transmission upshifts are delayed until high RPM. At low throttle input, transmission does not upshift until 3,500 ? 4,000 RPM. Conditions occur in high ambient temperatures(above 110°F).
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - September 24, 2015•Document ID: 10123771Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A871570 2041717-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 15-67 dated August 19, 2015. This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor. Any replacement of A/C compressors?regardless of the reason for failure?must include an ODIS GFF cooling performance test plan of the A/C system with documentation of the recovered refrigerant volume. This GFF test plan requirement is mandatory without exception.
Associated Products (100)Associated Documents - September 21, 2015•Document ID: 10123775Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A961501 2019260-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-67 dated July 10, 2013. The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener control module, J530. The customer?s door opener system may not be compatible with J530. The battery in the handheld transmitter may be too weak for a good signal. The battery charge may be sufficient to operate the garage door opener, but not enough to program the remote transmitter to the vehicle system. The battery in the handheld transmitter may be too weak for a good signal. The battery charge may be sufficient to operate the garage door opener, but not enough to program the remote transmitter to the vehicle system. In A4 model years 2005?2006 and A3 model year 2009, the actual location of the garage door opener control module differs from the location shown in the owner's manual (opposite side of front bumper). The customer may misunderstand the programming procedure, particularly if the customer?s HomeLink® opener system is using an alternate code. The handheld transmitter?s programming function may become inoperative, or the transmitter is too far away from J530. Interference prevents the communication between handheld transmitter and J530. Interference prevents the communication between handheld transmitter and J530. If the vehicle flashes during the programming of a handheld transmitter, this does not necessarily indicate that the programming was successful; it only indicates that the vehicle has recognized and saved a signal.
Associated Products (188)Associated Documents - September 21, 2015•Document ID: 10123770Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A701547 2038029-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 15-44 dated February 25, 2015. 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 (39)Associated Documents - September 9, 2015•Document ID: 10123763Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A171565 2038129-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 15-63 dated June 2, 2015. 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 - September 8, 2015•Document ID: 10123764Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- A191562 2025303-
- Date Added:
- November 17, 2017
- Manufacturer:
- AUDI
SummarySupersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.
Associated Products (224)Associated Documents - September 2, 2015•Document ID: 10123795Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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- PDI - 2016 A3 TE
- Date Added:
- November 17, 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. ALL PDI function tests must be run in Guided Fault Finding (GFF) only. Do NOT use Guided Functions for any PDI related test as these will not be uploaded to the Paperless Server. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis for using GFF for 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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