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.

• 10107202Apr 21, 2016Engine cooling. This email gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l and 3.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10094053Apr 18, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and resolve issues with audi connect online destination search, google earth navigation view, and inrix online traffic.
• 10094048Apr 14, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update them .
• 10093587Apr 14, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin explains how to repair a missing wire for the transmission coolant valve.
• 10093295Apr 12, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to diagnose a malfunction of the camshaft adjuster of the audi valvelift system and to replace the affected part.
• 10093803Apr 1, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains that vehicles with the mib mmi radio platform use a new sdars chipset that receives radio programming from a different band than previous platforms, which may affect the reception.
• 10118393Mar 23, 2016Engine. The MIL is on due to DTCs for cam shift actuator "A" or "B" cylinder range/ performance beings stored in the ECM. Customer complains of occasional poor performance and that cruise control does not always work. Malfunction of the camshaft adjuster of the Audi valvelift system.
• 10120633Mar 17, 2016Electrical system. The navigation map does not show the latest roads or points of interest. The map download provided by the myAudi website cannot be performed. The customer does not know how to obtain the data or cannot perform the update after downloading the data. The MMI is slow to respond or freezes during the map update. For vehicles with MIB2, the MMI over-the-air map update does not allow for a full map update and shows…
• 10118357Feb 29, 2016Body and structure, Exterior lighting. Xenon headlights are aimed too low or passenger side is too high. The customer says that there is a ?dark spot? in the middle of the xenon headlight illumination pattern over road. The customer says that one or both of the xenon headlights are aimed too low or do not provide enough lighting distance. The customer says the right side low beam is aimed too high or is not level with the left low beam. The ?dark spot?…
• 10118368Feb 26, 2016Electrical system. Effective immediately, the codes for the STP4 (2.0L TDI) and STP5 (3.0L TDI) actions will show the campaign code 23Q4 (2.0L TDI) and 23R8 (3.0L TDI) only on the Inventory Vehicle Open Campaign/Action Report. Elsa and ServiceNet will continue to display them as STP4 (2.0L TDI) and STP5 (3.0L TDI).
• 10118343Feb 22, 2016Wheels. Creaking/squeaking noises are heard from the left front or right front area of the vehicle when it is driven on uneven roads. The rear bonded rubber bushings of the front lower control arms have kidney-shaped slits.
• 10120702Feb 19, 2016Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 13-30 dated June 4, 2013. Customer may report that the license plate attachment screws do not install properly. License plate mounting bracket threaded inserts stripped.
• 10118358Feb 3, 2016Electrical system. Audi connect Gen1 and Gen2 systems: Differences and troubleshooting. The customer has a general concern related to Audi connect. Different features are included with different generations of the Audi connect system. The Audi connect Gen1 system includes all vehicles that utilize a removable plastic SIM card. The Audi connect Gen2 system includes all vehicles that utilize an embedded SIM card.
• 10118340Feb 1, 2016Electrical system. Haldex coupling does not work (DTC C111204) (Haldex clutch pump faulty). All-wheel drive does not work and/or the EPC warning lamp is illuminated. There is an internal leak in the hydraulic pump.
• 10118303Jan 27, 2016Engine, Engine cooling. The MIL is sporadically on. One or more of the following DTCs is stored in the engine control module (ECM, J623 (address word 01). They are DTC P261A00 (Coolant Pump ?B? Control Circuit/Open), DTC P261B00 (Coolant Pump ?B? Control Circuit Range/Performance), and DTC P261C00 (Coolant Pump ?B? Control Circuit Low). The continued coolant circulation pump sporadically fails.
• 10118327Jan 25, 2016Electrical system. TSBs in this newsletters include the MIL on due to DTC P042000 and/or P043000 (Catalyst system Bank 1/2, Efficiency below threshold) being stored in the ECM. New ECM software implemented to correct the condition.
• 10118302Jan 12, 2016Engine cooling. Coolant warning light on, coolant level close to or below minimum. The customer had to top off the coolant several times. Air gets into the cooling system during production or when refilled during previous repairs. As this air escapes, the coolant level in the coolant expansion tank can drop below the minimum. A drop of the coolant level because of air in the system is possible even after the vehicle has exceeded…
• 10123658Dec 18, 2015Suspension. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 14-41 dated July 2, 2014. Oil appears on one or several shock absorbers. Oil may appear on a shock absorber As a result of a leak because the shock absorber is damaged. Oil may appear on a shock absorber As a result of residue from when the shock was filled during production, or as a result of slight condensation in the seal area. This small amount of oil is for…
• 10123670Dec 11, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-04 dated September 11, 2013. The Bluetooth® telephone cannot be connected to the vehicle?s Infotainment system. Certain restrictions are present when a Bluetooth device is connected to the vehicle. The restrictions vary depending on the vehicle system present.
• 10123656Dec 10, 2015Fuel system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013. The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the original tank must be properly flushed to neutralize the remaining gasoline or diesel fuel.
• 10123653Dec 10, 2015Electrical system, Fuel system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 14-49 dated April 3, 2014. When the vehicle is completely refueled, the vehicle range (?distance to empty?) that is displayed is different than the vehicle range that was displayed the last time the vehicle was completely refueled. The displayed vehicle range drops inconsistently. After the vehicle is refueled, the displayed vehicle range does not change for a…
• 10123650Dec 10, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-05 dated June 14, 2010. VIN plate and/or B-Pillar Safety Certification label requires replacement.
• 10123668Dec 9, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-57 dated August 11, 2014. The infotainment system cannot be switched on. The infotainment system cannot be reset. The infotainment system cannot be operated via control panel and steering wheel buttons. The infotainment system screen is sporadically blank. DTC U111000 (Function restriction due to communication interruption) in the instrument cluster control…
• 10123667Dec 8, 2015Equipment. The traffic feature in the MMI navigation is inoperative. If the vehicle is a model year 2016 A6 or A7, see TSB 2042013: 91 Audi connect online destination search, Google Earth navigation view, or INRIX online traffic is not available. There is a known server issue that can only be resolved through a change to the Audi AG backend server. Audi has changed traffic providers over the years as new technologies have…
• 10123662Dec 2, 2015Electrical system, Latches, locks and linkages. The automatic door lock function is either greyed-out in the MMI screen or is set to ?ON?, but the vehicle does not lock automatically. The doors can be locked manually with the door lock button. No DTCs are stored. It is possible for the ?lock when driving? (Auto-lock) setting to not function correctly as a result of a software error or incorrectly-set adaptation set by the factory when the vehicle went through…
• 10123654Dec 2, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-53 dated October 29, 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. Various parts have been replaced under warranty for the condition noted above, but no issues were identified with these parts.
• 10123615Nov 17, 2015Electrical system. Audi drive select functions cannot be selected. Cruise control does not work (in A3 or TT only). Navigation is not activated. Bluetooth is unavailable. Voice recognition is unavailable (in all cars except A3 cabriolet. For A3 cabriolet, see TSB 2038136).
• 10123614Nov 11, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-46 dated July 10, 2012. This Technical Bulletin provides an overview of HD Radio technology and terminology. The
• 10123669Nov 9, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 15-17 dated September 29, 2015. While using Audi connect, the customer cannot access the online destination search and/or the Google Earth navigation view. The following message appears in the MMI: ?This service is currently unavailable. Please try again later.? The customer may also see an error message in the myAudi portal indicating that one or multiple…
• 10067952Nov 3, 2015Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10067926Nov 3, 2015Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10123710Oct 29, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-52 dated October 28, 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.
• 10123709Oct 29, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-51 dated October 28, 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. Various parts have been replaced under warranty for the condition noted above, but no issues were identified with these parts.
• 10123708Oct 28, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-48 dated October 15, 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.
• 10123707Oct 28, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-49 dated October 15, 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. Various parts have been replaced under warranty for the condition noted above, but no issues were identified with these parts.
• 10123718Oct 27, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 15-09 dated October 2, 2015. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10124709Oct 22, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi vehicle condition report checklist.
• 10123716Oct 20, 2015Steering, Brakes. Supersedes 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…
• 10123720Oct 19, 2015Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. In 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.
• 10123705Oct 15, 2015Electrical system. 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. 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…
• 10123704Oct 15, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-46 dated May 15, 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.
• 10128275Oct 14, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 15-68 dated August 21, 2015. 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. This condition is most likely caused by a faulty N280 valve. The internal…
• 10123721Oct 14, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Supersedes 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.
• 10123714Oct 13, 2015Brakes. Supersedes 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…
• 10123730Oct 5, 2015Exterior lighting, Electrical system. The message ?Headlight range control: System error? is shown in the driver information system, but there is no limitation with the headlight system. The headlight system operates normally. The message ?Audi side assist: Currently not available? is shown in the driver information system. The Audi side assist system will be unavailable in the current ignition cycle, but cycling the ignition resolves the concern and…
• 10123712Oct 5, 2015Suspension. Supersedes 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…
• 10123717Oct 2, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 13-07 dated September 30, 2013. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10123754Oct 1, 2015Equipment. This document contains the scheduled maintenance intervals. The first scheduled service is due at 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 1 year after delivery, whichever occurs first. Thereafter, all remaining scheduled services are due every 10,000 miles or 1 year after previous service, whichever occurs first.
• 10123774Sep 29, 2015Electrical system. While 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…
• 10123766Sep 29, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. At 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).

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