2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet Technical Service Bulletins

702 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 Audi A3 Cabriolet. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10120000Apr 23, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 15-60 dated March 20, 2015. The air conditioning does not cool, or the cooling performance is very weak and/or The air conditioning system cools, but the compressor is noisy. The noise is characterized as a grinding or groaning noise. Either symptom may be intermittent. No DTCs are stored. The condition may be caused by a faulty N280 valve. The internal…
• 10119991Apr 21, 2015Electronic stability control, Tires, Electrical system. Customer may report that Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) warnings are intermittently displayed in the instrument cluster. DTCs are stored in the ABS control module. During vehicle start-up, there may be a drop in voltage that causes the DTCs to be stored in the ABS control module. However, the power steering control module, J500 (address word 44), must be updated to…
• 10120004Apr 17, 2015Exterior lighting. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 13-12 dated March 29, 2013. The headlight switch knob was designed with a normal position and a pushed-in position. This feature was designed to avoid injuries during a collision.
• 10120003Apr 17, 2015Exterior lighting. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake light lens.
• 10119999Apr 7, 2015Seats. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 74 number 14-19 dated May 9, 2014. The panel on the back of the front seat is warped or dented. The headrest on the rear seatback may also be damaged. The damaged is caused when the headrest of the rear seat backrest comes in contact with the back of the front seat. This occurs when the rear seat is folded down with the headrests installed, and the front seat is moved…
• 10119944Mar 30, 2015Engine cooling. The message "Oil level sens.: oil change necessary. Please contact Service" briefly appears in the information panel when the vehicle is started. The yellow oil level sensor remains illuminated in the information panel after the message disappears. The MIL is not illuminated and no DTCs related to the oil level sensor are stored. This condition occurs when the oil level is overfilled.
• 10120679Mar 24, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 15-46 dated February 19, 2015. Customer may report that the license plate attachment screws do not install properly. The license plate brackets are designed to be used with the appropriate-length screw installed by hand with a screwdriver. Damaged warranty parts have been returned to Audi of America with evidence of excessive torque used when installing the…
• 10119956Mar 20, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-69 dated November 4, 2014. The following message appears on the MMI display: "Device or cable type not supported". The AMI cable being used is a genuine Audi-branded cable with an Audi part number (see Required Parts and Tools for a list of valid part numbers). The "Device or cable type not supported" message may be displayed when an incorrect AMI cable type…
• 10119951Mar 20, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 14-56 dated September 12, 2014. The air conditioning does not cool, or the cooling performance is very weak. The air conditioning system cools, but the compressor is noisy. The noise is characterized as a grinding or groaning noise. Either symptom may be intermittent . No DTCs are stored. The condition may be caused by a faulty N280 valve. The internal…
• 10119945Mar 17, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 13-10 dated September 5, 2013. Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust…
• 10119955Mar 10, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 08-129 dated November 12, 2008. Customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out. The information display may show a message related to the satellite radio, such as "Linking", "Updating", "Acquiring Signal", "Loading", "No Signal", or "No Sat".
• 10119954Mar 10, 2015Equipment. DTC B10F413 (Antenna for satellite radio open circuit) is stored in the information electronics control module 1, J794 (address word 5F). The customer may have complained about the function of the satellite radio. The DTC can be incorrectly set in the main unit.
• 10119940Mar 9, 2015Fuel system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-09 dated June 21, 2013. The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors, and combustion chambers, engine running rough after cold start, excessive engine cranking time, hesitations while driving, rough engine idle…
• 10119948Mar 6, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 15-07 dated February 13, 2015. A remote key low battery warning icon and the warning message "Please change key battery" appear in the instrument cluster. DTC B147918 (Remote key 1 voltage too low) is logged in the vehicle electrical system control module (BCM1). The remote key battery is correct. Incorrect diagnostics for determining low remote key battery…
• 10119946Mar 6, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013. This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
• 10119958Mar 4, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 15-60 dated February 12, 2015. 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.
• 10120690Feb 26, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-54 dated February 13, 2015. The coolant temperature warning light is on. The coolant level in the coolant expansion tank is close to or below minimum. The customer had to top off the coolant several times.
• 10120703Feb 25, 2015Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Supersedes 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.
• 10120701Feb 13, 2015Equipment. A remote key low battery warning icon and the warning message "Please change key battery" appear in the instrument cluster. DTC B147918 (Remote key 1 voltage too low) is logged in the vehicle electrical system control module. The remote key battery is correct.
• 10120688Feb 13, 2015Engine cooling. The coolant temperature warning light is on. The coolant level in the coolant expansion tank is close to or below minimum. Vehicles with low mileage and without previous repairs on the cooling system are most likely to be affected. During production, air can sporadically enter the cooling system. As this air escapes after a short operating period, the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank can drop below…
• 10120682Feb 13, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes 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.
• 10120705Feb 12, 2015Exterior lighting, Electrical system. Supersedes 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.
• 10120696Feb 9, 2015Brakes. Supersedes 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.
• 10119822Jan 29, 2015Electrical system. This document contains the pre-delivery inspection. 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. 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…
• 10119821Jan 29, 2015Electrical system. This document contains the pre-delivery inspection. 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. 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…
• 10119894Jan 27, 2015Electrical system. Due to a Product Quality investigation, 12-volt batteries installed in the A3 will be on 100% submission for the 2015 and 2016 model years. Because the A3 does not have a battery manager, physical inspection of the battery is the only way to determine the root cause of failures. This policy will apply to batteries being replaced with service part number 000915105DGDSP 72AH/380A.
• 10119862Jan 27, 2015Equipment. Comfort closing of side windows with outside door handle lock button inoperative. The comfort closing feature does not work when the driver?s side door handle lock button is used. The windows can be closed when the mechanical key is inserted into the driver?s side door lock cylinder and held in the lock position. The onboard supply control unit has incorrect parameter data from the factory.
• 10120671Jan 23, 2015Brakes. 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. 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…
• 10119854Jan 16, 2015Electrical system, Fuel system. The 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.
• 10119900Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi delivery guidelines and checklist.
• 10119899Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi delivery guidelines and checklist. This document is in Spanish.
• 10119898Jan 15, 2015Electrical system. This document contains the Audi pre-delivery inspection. 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. 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…
• 10119897Jan 15, 2015Electrical system. This document contains the Audi pre-delivery inspection. 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. 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…
• 10119896Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi delivery guidelines and checklist. This document is in Spanish.
• 10119861Jan 15, 2015Brakes. 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. 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…
• 10119820Jan 15, 2015Electrical system. This document contains the Audi pre-delivery inspection. 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. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis using GFF for the PDI function tests. WARNING: For A3 ONLY - Soak full body cover with water before removal (see TSB…
• 10119819Jan 15, 2015Electrical system. This document contains the Audi pre-delivery inspection. 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. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis using GFF for the PDI function tests. WARNING: For A3 ONLY - Soak full body cover with water before removal (see TSB…
• 10118459Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi delivery guidelines and checklist.
• 10119936Jan 13, 2015Fuel system. This document contains the technical service bullentin on the update for the NVLD switch (NVLW). This Update has been proactively released to prevent the following condition from occurring in the vehicle: The NVLD pressure switch may erroneously detect a very small leak. This Update is in effect until removed. The Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 20W2 code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information…
• 10119888Jan 12, 2015Fuel system. This document contains information about update 20W2. The update is for the NVLD pressure switch. The NVLD pressure switch may erroneously detect a very small leak.
• 10124893Dec 19, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-74 dated February 5, 2013. Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist. Parking aid is inoperative or provides constant warning. Various parking aid sensor fitting issues. Environmental conditions.
• 10124885Dec 19, 2014Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 14-41 dated October 9, 2014. MIL 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.
• 10065974Dec 19, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10124882Dec 10, 2014Electrical system. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Audi of America has started to host its TSB videos outside of ElsaPro. Doing so provides higher-quality videos, more reliable access to the videos, and the ability to view the videos on different devices.
• 10124892Dec 8, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-63 dated October 4, 2012. The customer may report flickering of the dash insert lighting, of the A/C control panel lighting, or of the inside light. The condition occurs when the accelerator is pressed while the vehicle is in P or N, or when the vehicle is shifted down when moving downhill. Only vehicles with PR number 8GH may be affected.
• 10124888Dec 8, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 14-50 dated May 14, 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…
• 10124898Dec 4, 2014Equipment. This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
• 10124875Nov 18, 2014Electrical system. Background static noises (crackling) are heard when music is streamed to the MMI using Bluetooth audio player (A2DP). The static noises can only be heard with certain music tracks (especially ones with quiet passages), and often depend on the device being used (mobile phone, Bluetooth MP3 player, or iPod), the music codec used to convert the music, and the output volume of the device.
• 10066418Nov 18, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10124867Nov 7, 2014Engine. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 14-50 dated August 15, 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.

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