2011 Audi A3 Technical Service Bulletins

853 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2011 Audi A3. 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.

• 10094544Jun 28, 2016Engine. This email gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to a3 2.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10093410Jun 28, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10072108Jun 27, 2016Engine cooling. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10095316Jun 21, 2016Air bags. Airbag collection program claim instructions
• 10094542Jun 16, 2016Engine cooling. This email gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l and 3.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10094966May 24, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap valve n316.
• 10092828May 24, 2016Equipment. This email gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l and 3.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10092722May 24, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap valve n316.
• 10107202Apr 21, 2016Engine cooling. This email gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l and 3.0l tdi vehicles.
• 10093588Apr 19, 2016Engine cooling, Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap valve n316.
• 10128226Apr 13, 2016Equipment, Air bags. Takata - Parts alocation update
• 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).
• 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, 2015Fuel system, Electrical 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.
• 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…
• 10216635Dec 2, 2015Back-over prevention (rear camera), Brakes. Assistance to properly diagnose a fuel pressure sensor -G247- concern.
• 10123652Dec 2, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-01 dated October 30, 2014. The MIL is on. DTCs may be stored in the ECM. Assistance to properly diagnose a fuel pressure sensor -G247- concern.
• 10212651Nov 20, 2015Fuel system, Engine. Metallic particles in the high pressure fuel pump may cause the condition. Vehicle either runs roughly or does not start.
• 10210599Nov 20, 2015Brakes, Fuel system, Steering. Metallic particles in the high pressure fuel pump may cause the condition.
• 10123606Nov 20, 2015Electrical system, Fuel system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 23 number 15-36 dated July 17, 2015. The MIL is on. Vehicle either runs roughly or does not start. DTCs are stored in the ECM. Metallic particles in the high pressure fuel pump may cause the condition.
• 10123623Nov 17, 2015Equipment. This document modifies the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual in regards to the limited warranty extension on the injection pump.
• 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
• 10123633Nov 10, 2015Electrical system. Under certain conditions, the output signal from the vehicle?s Engine Control Module (ECM) to the in-tank fuel pump may reduce fuel supply pressure to the fuel rail. If this happens, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) will illuminate, and the DTC code P0087 ?Fuel Rail/System Pressure ? Too Low Bank 1? will be stored in the ECM. A vehicle with this condition will not pass an IM (emissions) inspection.
• 10076056Nov 10, 2015Electrical system. ECM Software Under certain conditions, the output signal from the vehicle’s Engine Control Module (ECM) to the in-tank fuel pump may reduce fuel supply pressure to the fuel rail. If this happens, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) will illuminate, and the DTC code P0087 “Fuel Rail/System Pressure – Too Low Bank 1” will be stored in the ECM. A vehicle with this condition will not pass an IM (emissions) inspection.
• 10123636Nov 9, 2015Electrical system. This document contains information on the upcoming emissions service action 24BX that is for the ECM software.
• 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…
• 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…
• 10123750Oct 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.
• 10123790Sep 25, 2015Equipment. Attached is a resource to help answer questions that may come from your employees and customers regarding Audi A3 TDI emissions.
• 10123792Sep 21, 2015Equipment. This document contains the important email to all Audi dealership personnel in regards to the immediate madatory stop-sale order that is in effect to all vehicles from 20110-2015 that have a 2.0L TDI engine.
• 10123775Sep 21, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes 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…
• 10123763Sep 9, 2015Engine. Supersedes 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.
• 10123764Sep 8, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes 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.
• 10123784Sep 6, 2015Engine cooling. This document contains the Service Action Code: 19L2. The document contains Additional inspection steps added to the work procedure. The coolant pump may develop a small leak over time. Inspect and, if necessary, replace the coolant pump to correct the issue.
• 10123808Sep 1, 2015Equipment. This document contains the post from Scott Keogh to the customer in regards to Audi being in connection with the action involving certain TDI diesel products that do not comply with emisions standards.
• 10123789Sep 1, 2015Equipment. This document contain the letter sent to customers in regards to certain TDI diesel products that did not comply with emissions standards.
• 10128422Aug 26, 2015Equipment. This circular contains important information regarding A3 e-tron tooling. Information will be covered in the subsequent sections depending on the dealership's current status.
• 10128408Aug 19, 2015Equipment. Customer may report poor performance of A/C system or that the A/C system is inoperative. Any replacement of A/C compressors must include an ODIS GFF test plan confirming a malfunction of the A/C system with documentation of the recovered refrigerant volume.
• 10128367Aug 6, 2015Fuel system, Engine cooling. This document contains information on the Service Action Code: 19L2. The coolant pump may develop a small leak over time.
• 10074516Aug 6, 2015Fuel system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10074515Aug 6, 2015Fuel system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10128429Aug 5, 2015Engine cooling, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This document contians the dealer letter that provides information on the 19L2 service action that wil be turned back on for Elsa visibility on or about August 06, 2015. Customer notification will begin on or about August 31, 2015.
• 10058018Jul 23, 2015Electrical system. Audi: some audi vehicles with 2.0 tfsi engines will have the warranty extended for the intake solenoid. 7/23/15
• 10058017Jul 23, 2015Fuel system, Engine cooling. Audi: some 2011-2012 audi vehicles with 2.0 tfsi engines will have the warranty extended for intake manifold and fuel injectors. 7/23/15
• 10058016Jul 23, 2015Fuel system. Audi: all audi 2011-2012 model year with an 2.0 tfsi engine will be extending the warranty on all fuel injectors. 7/23/15
• 10128498Jul 21, 2015Engine cooling. The coolant pump may develop a small leak over time. Inspect and, if necessary, replace the coolant pump.
• 10058670Jul 21, 2015Engine cooling. Audi: tsb contains an owner notification letter. Select document search button below. On some vehicles, overtime a small leak will develop in the coolant pump and pump will need to be inspected and if necessary, replaced. Model 2010-13 a3.

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