2015 Audi A3 Technical Service Bulletins

596 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2015 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.

• 10176831Jun 26, 2020Suspension. This bulletin contains instructions for proper lubrication of the shock absorber to prevent cracking noises or spring jumps when steering.
• 10176873Jun 25, 2020Engine cooling. This bulletin contains instructions for identifying and mixing factory fill coolants.
• 10176756Jun 17, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi pre sense interventions.
• 10176452Jun 10, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Transmission control module (TCM) software designed and certified for a similar model/model year was used in vehicles affected by this action. It is undetermined whether there could be an impact to emissions. Updated claiming and parts information to add subframe crossbrace fasteners.
• 10176408Jun 9, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin contains instructions on how to use the QR code in a TSB.
• 10176432Jun 5, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. 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.
• 10176450Jun 4, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission control module (TCM) software designed and certified for a similar model/model year was used in vehicles affected by this action. It is undetermined whether there could be an impact to emissions.
• 10176456Jun 3, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Transmission control module (TCM) software designed and certified for a similar model/model year was used in vehicles affected by this action. It is undetermined whether there could be an impact to emissions.
• 10176421Jun 3, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map.
• 10176069May 28, 2020Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting for issues with the navigation map database.
• 10176043May 28, 2020Body and structure, Electrical system. This bulletin provides instructions for replacing damaged rear lid wiring harnesses.
• 10175376May 13, 2020Equipment, Suspension. This bulletin contains information on how to fix a clunking or rattling noise heard from the rear suspension when the vehicle is driven over bumps.
• 10176067May 12, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth, one of the following conditions occurs when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book (by using the MMI control knob or the voice recognition system): *The MMI screen goes blank then restarts. *The MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers.
• 10175961May 8, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean exterior glass.
• 10174949May 5, 2020Engine, Fuel system. The informational bulletin explains why during COVID-19 there is winter-blend fuel during a warmer season and causing some issues.
• 10174559Apr 29, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for properly cleaning and removing a musty odor in the vehicle.
• 10174390Apr 24, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
• 10174389Apr 24, 2020Electrical system. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10174049Apr 20, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains a software update for DTC B200087.
• 10173908Apr 20, 2020Suspension. This bulletin contains repair instructions for knocking or rattling when driving on uneven roads.
• 10184530Apr 16, 2020Equipment. This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
• 10173852Apr 10, 2020Tires. This bulletin contains information on why the TPMS message 'Tire pressure: malfunction!' appears without DTCs.
• 10173843Apr 10, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 'vehicle eletronics malfunction' message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
• 10173865Apr 9, 2020Equipment. This bulletin provides update information for when there are no online services provided by the SIM card in the vehicle.
• 10173856Apr 9, 2020Body and structure. This bulletin contains a cleaning procedure from leftover residue from suction cups or labels.
• 10173839Apr 1, 2020Equipment. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the parts listed if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10173838Apr 1, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10173832Apr 1, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. This Document informs dealers on the new gear shift micro switch warranty extension for 2019 Q3 and 2015-2019 A3 vehicles
• 10173425Mar 12, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10172557Mar 10, 2020Body and structure. This special notice is to inform dealers to return the part listed and order the superseded part number going forward
• 10172594Mar 6, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10172599Mar 5, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a "vehicle eletronics malfunction" message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
• 10171830Feb 23, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.
• 10171808Feb 19, 2020Electronic stability control. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 'vehicle eletronics malfunction' message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
• 10171810Feb 12, 2020Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10171350Feb 6, 2020Equipment. 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.
• 10170802Jan 28, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi pre sense interventions.
• 10170631Jan 17, 2020Brakes, Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for determining unexpected Audi pre sense interventions.
• 10169738Dec 20, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. This informational bulletin contains instructions about updating the navigation map.
• 10169691Dec 20, 2019Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10169488Dec 12, 2019Equipment. The part number listed in the document is to be returned if it meets the criteria provided.
• 10169106Dec 9, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when car wash bristles are stuck in the headlights. 2015-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2015-2018 A3 e-tron, 2011-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2011-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 RS6 Avant
• 10169118Dec 6, 2019Equipment, Exterior lighting. Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2004-2006 A7, 2004-2011 S7, 2021 RS6 Avant, 2004-2006 S8
• 10169113Dec 6, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. 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.
• 10169098Dec 4, 2019Equipment, Tires. New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
• 10168619Nov 14, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the all wheel drive coupling is stuck on or doesn't engage without DTCs stored. Also Audi 2015 and 2016 A3 Cabriolet.
• 10168734Nov 12, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct. 2015-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 RS 6 Avant
• 10168636Nov 11, 2019Wheels. This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel. 2015-2020 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2008-2009 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 and 2010 RS4 Cabriolet, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012 and 2018-2020 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2020 S5 Sportback, 2008 A7, 2008-2011 S7
• 10216655Nov 7, 2019Engine cooling. 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.
• 10167131Oct 31, 2019Other or unknown. This bulletin contains repair instructions for various squeaks and/or rattles that are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with pananormic sunroof.

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