2012 Audi A6 Technical Service Bulletins

1,506 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Audi A6. 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.

• 10092501Jul 22, 2016Engine, Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for insulating the bracket for the starter motor wiring harness with fabric tape to reduce a noise.
• 10092112Jul 22, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for insulating the bracket for the starter motor wiring harness with fabric tape to reduce a noise.
• 10091807Jul 22, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting instructions to resolve a coolant warning and stored dtc.
• 10091243Jul 22, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting instructions to resolve a coolant warning and stored dtc.
• 10092240Jul 19, 2016Body and structure. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for covering the trim of the head-up display to reduce a rattling noise.
• 10091966Jul 19, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for covering the trim of the head-up display to reduce a rattling noise.
• 10092242Jul 8, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for lessening a buzzing sound from the a/c system on certain settings.
• 10091969Jul 8, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for lessening a buzzing sound from the a/c system on certain settings.
• 10092238Jul 7, 2016Body and structure. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for insulating the trim pieces of the head-up display to prevent a rattle sound.
• 10091964Jul 7, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for insulating the trim pieces of the head-up display to prevent a rattle sound.
• 10093306Jun 30, 2016Suspension. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for correcting a clicking sound from the wheel bearing(s).
• 10094454Jun 28, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for a software update to correct an issue with dropped calls in rmc mmi systems.
• 10093410Jun 28, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting information for the vehicle locking system.
• 10094442Jun 23, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting tips for various issues with the mmi3g+ functionality.
• 10094404Jun 23, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides troubleshooting tips for various issues with the mmi3g+ functionality.
• 10095401Jun 17, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). "modified wiper blade check for us: wiper blades – check condition and replace if necessary (usa only) added wiper blade check for can: wiper blades – check condition (canada only)"
• 10081680Jun 15, 2016Fuel system. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for replacing the coolant thermostat with a new part number to resolve a stored dtc.
• 10081720Jun 8, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin describes how to flush atf before replacing the tcm to resolve an issue that causes dtc p0706.
• 10081660Jun 8, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to test for and replace a defective oil level sensor.
• 10081642Jun 7, 2016Engine cooling, Electrical system. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to test for excessive oil consumption and update the software if needed.
• 10092784May 31, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides a software update to prevent false warnings from audi side assist.
• 10094966May 24, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap valve n316.
• 10092722May 24, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap valve n316.
• 10092662May 24, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin contains instructions for pressure washing ports to resolve an "air system -- action required" message.
• 10092769May 23, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical service bulletin explains possible causes for the rearview camera to not display an image.
• 10094894May 4, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin contains instructions for pressure washing ports to resolve an "air system -- action required" message.
• 10094921May 3, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to test for excessive oil consumption and update the software if needed.
• 10094881May 3, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to replace either a combi valve or vacuum solenoid valve depending on the circumstances under which dtc p244000 and/or p244200 were stored.
• 10092704May 3, 2016Electrical system, Engine. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to test for excessive oil consumption and update the software if needed.
• 10092641May 3, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to replace either a combi valve or vacuum solenoid valve depending on the circumstances under which dtc p244000 and/or p244200 were stored.
• 10093541Apr 27, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to verify a rattling noise heard at cold start and to replace both upper chain tensioners of bank 1 and bank 2 with an optimized part.
• 10093561Apr 26, 2016Equipment, Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to test for and replace a defective oil level sensor.
• 10094116Apr 20, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical service bulletin explains possible causes for the rearview camera to not display an image.
• 10093588Apr 19, 2016Engine cooling, Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap valve n316.
• 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.
• 10093673Apr 18, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains the difference between keyless go and audi advanced key.
• 10068737Apr 15, 2016Lane departure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10093582Apr 12, 2016Fuel system, Other or unknown. This technical service bulletin instructs the reader to diagnose issues with fuel pressure and to replace the fuel delivery unit if deviations are found.
• 10118392Mar 24, 2016Engine cooling. The technical service bulletin is in regards to the MIL being on due to DTC P1B1C00 (coolant pump mechanical malfunction) being stored in the ECM. "Coolant System: Fault Turn Off Engine" and the Coolant symbol appear in the information panel. Condition can be caused by a defective thermostat or the diagnostic software is incorrectly displaying the warning.
• 10120669Mar 18, 2016Steering. Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly. The noise may get louder at higher temperatures or when the vehicle is driven for a longer period of time. The noise comes from the sealing sleeve/steering column opening on the bulkhead.
• 10120627Mar 11, 2016Steering. Steering angle sensor cannot be programmed. The steering angle sensors cannot be calibrated and the steering end stops cannot be adapted on a vehicle with dynamic steering.
• 10118394Mar 7, 2016Electrical system. The message "Oil minimum warning, add one quart of oil" appears in the instrument cluster, but the oil level is above the minimum level. There are no DTCs related to oil level stored in the ECM memory. The oil level sensor is defective.
• 10118396Mar 4, 2016Engine cooling. A small amount of dry or crusted coolant is seen on the coolant pump housing. The coolant level warning is not on. A minor coolant leak is possible during the break-in phase of the coolant seal on the coolant pump. The dry coolant marks are normal.
• 10118356Feb 25, 2016Electrical system. The customer complains that the Audi connect online service in their 2012-2013 A6 or A7 vehicle only reaches 2G service. The customer has received a letter from T-Mobile and/or Audi of America regarding the issue. The VIN on the letter matches the VIN on the vehicle that is being serviced. The vehicle can be within or outside of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A telephone module that supports 3G service on the…
• 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.
• 10118338Feb 10, 2016Electrical system. The MIL is on due to DTC P045600 (very small EVAP leak) being stored in the ECM. No leaks were found in the EVAP system. Software update needed.
• 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.
• 10118309Jan 27, 2016Suspension. Cracking or clicking noises are heard from the rear of the vehicle in the C pillar area when it is driven over bumps or rough roads. The noise comes from the upper shock absorber mounting. Optimized damper mounting gradually introduced in production.
• 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.

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