2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet Technical Service Bulletins

536 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 10128026Oct 12, 2016Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10127992Oct 10, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides instructions for an an error message and updating with an SVM code.
• 10095147Sep 23, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides troubleshooting for an incorrectly coded top view / corner view camera system.
• 10095155Sep 16, 2016Exterior lighting. The bulletin states a normal function of the headlight switch and how to fix but not replace. Dealer is to advise customer on why the headlight switch presses in.
• 10095105Sep 12, 2016Equipment. This bulletin details why the radio sounds different due to different hardware.
• 10091641Sep 2, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for the replacement of the "base gearbox" when authorized by the technical assistance center.
• 10106613Aug 26, 2016Equipment, Electrical system, Suspension, Brakes. Running gear: audi magnetic ride - knocking noises from rear shocks on s3 (8v) and tts (fv)
• 10106088Aug 26, 2016Brakes, Electrical system. Running gear: audi magnetic ride - knocking noises from rear shocks on s3 (8v) and tts (fv) brake system: braking noises - basic principals for diagnosis and repair. Running gear: multi-collision brake
• 10095637Aug 15, 2016Electrical system, Vehicle speed control. This technical service bulletin provides a software update that corrects an issue that prevents cruise control from being turned on while the vehicle is being driven.
• 10093245Aug 15, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides a software update that corrects an issue that prevents cruise control from being turned on while the vehicle is being driven.
• 10092325Jul 26, 2016Equipment. 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 .
• 10092106Jul 26, 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 .
• 10091823Jul 22, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin provides repair instructions for the all-wheel drive coupling.
• 10091282Jul 22, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin provides repair instructions for the all-wheel drive coupling.
• 10092264Jul 20, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides replacement instructions for a missing mmi volume knob.
• 10091987Jul 20, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides replacement instructions for a missing mmi volume knob.
• 10093410Jun 28, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10094449Jun 27, 2016Equipment. This techical service bulletin provides instructions for insulating parts of the rear subwoofer speaker to prevent noises.
• 10093304Jun 9, 2016Suspension. This technical service bulletin asks the reader to check for improperly installed or deformed front shock bellows and to replace if necessary.
• 10092765May 26, 2016Equipment. This techical service bulletin provides instructions for insulating parts of the rear subwoofer speaker to prevent noises.
• 10092830May 25, 2016Equipment. New publication
• 10094967May 5, 2016Suspension. This technical service bulletin asks the reader to check for improperly installed or deformed front shock bellows and to replace if necessary.
• 10094963May 5, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin is repair authorization for issues with fueling the vehicle.
• 10092726May 5, 2016Steering, Suspension. This technical service bulletin asks the reader to check for improperly installed or deformed front shock bellows and to replace if necessary.
• 10092714May 5, 2016Fuel system, Engine, Equipment. This technical service bulletin is repair authorization for issues with fueling the vehicle.
• 10092736May 4, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to apply fleece tape to specific areas related to the left instrument panel in order to eliminate rattling sounds.
• 10094126Apr 25, 2016Body and structure. This bulletin provides instructions for replacing damaged rear lid wiring harnesses.
• 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 .
• 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.
• 10120665Mar 29, 2016Tires. This document contains Audi tire chain information by vehicle. Snow chains must not be used on the compact spare wheel. Provided the subject tires can accommodate snow chains, such chains can be used only on the front wheels if the vehicle is equipped with front wheel drive. Provided the subject tires can accommodate snow chains, such chains can be used on the front and rear wheels if the vehicle is equipped with…
• 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?…
• 10118359Feb 26, 2016Electrical system. Side assist inoperative or warning about sensor vision. Audi side assist (lane change assist) does not work. A warning about sensor vision appears in the driver information system. DTCs B200000, C111504, C1114F3, or C1115F5 may be stored in the lane change assistance control module. Defective internal control unit component. Production Solution is improved hardware.
• 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.
• 10118404Feb 9, 2016Tires. This document contains the tire pressure table for MY 2017 Audi vehicles under normal load conditions. This document is in Spanish.
• 10118387Feb 9, 2016Tires. This document contains the tire pressure table for MY 2017 Audi vehicles under normal load conditions.
• 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…

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