2014 Audi A6 Technical Service Bulletins

1,384 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2014 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.

• 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.
• 10092735May 24, 2016Brakes. This technical service bulletin explains how to replace brake discs to correct a noise complaint.
• 10092722May 24, 2016Engine cooling, Engine. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and repair issues with the intake manifold flap valve n316.
• 10092769May 23, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical service bulletin explains possible causes for the rearview camera to not display an image.
• 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.
• 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.
• 10107202Apr 21, 2016Engine cooling. This email gives an update on the current emissions issues with regards to 2.0l and 3.0l tdi vehicles.
• 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, 2016Equipment, Engine cooling. 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.
• 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.
• 10107201Apr 8, 2016Equipment. Letters to customers explaining that the registration period for the tdi goodwill package for the 3.0l tdi has been extended.
• 10107193Apr 8, 2016Equipment. Email to dealers explaining that the registration period for the tdi goodwill package for the 3.0l tdi has been extended.
• 10093566Apr 7, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin informs the reader that there is a pending service solution (pss) for mil on with dtc p046100 in vehicles with v6 engines.
• 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.
• 10119816Mar 18, 2016Engine cooling. A metallic whistling or grinding sound is heard from the engine compartment when the vehicle is at idle speed. The sound usually occurs when the engine is warm. The MIL is sporadically on due to DTCs being stored in the ECM. A leak in the crankcase breather module can cause this condition.
• 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.
• 10118395Mar 9, 2016Engine. A metallic whistling or grinding sound is heard from the engine compartment when th evehicle is at idle speed. The sound usually occurs when the engine is warm. The MIL is sporadically on due to DTCs being stored in the ECM. A leak in the crankcase breather module can cause this condition.
• 10120632Mar 7, 2016Electrical system. The customer complains that the display on the MMI screen is incomplete and text is missing. Additionally, the cluster DIS text may be using an incorrect menu language. The RMC manin unit is designed to support French, Spanish, and English languages. The control unit software has an issue that can cause th esystem language to default to German. The conditions occurs because German is not contained in the software.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
• 10118374Feb 5, 2016Equipment. This is an email detailing the Audi TDI Goodwill Package that is extended to 3.0L TDI Customers. The email also included the dealer information letter, dealer FAQs, and sample customer letters.
• 10118347Feb 5, 2016Brakes. Customer may complain about brake squeak or squeal with light moderate pedal pressure. The noise is created by the brake pad material. A new brake pad (part number 4G0698151K) with improved compound has been developed. The supplier cannot currently produce this part in high volume due to factory capacity, which is causing a delay in part availability. It is possible that installing the original brake pad (part…
• 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.
• 10118305Jan 25, 2016Electrical system. MIL on; (DTC P046100 - Fuel level sensor, circuit range/performance). MIL is on during normal driving conditions, city or highway at any speed.
• 10119815Jan 20, 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.
• 10118301Jan 20, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. MIL on (DTC P1B1C); message in information panel: "Coolant System: Fault Turn Off Engine" The condition is caused either a defect with the thermostat (in model year 2012 and 2013 vehicles) or The diagnostic software is incorrectly displaying the warning. No technical issue exists. Solutions are an improved thermostat installed in production and the diagnostic software has been updated.
• 10118298Jan 11, 2016Electrical system. The MIL is on due to DTC P042000 and/or P043000 (Catalyst system Bank 1/2, Efficiency below threshold) being stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). The diagnostic limitations were too narrow. New ECM software implemented to correct the condition.
• 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.
• 10216696Dec 8, 2015Engine cooling. Fuel level sensor, circuit range/performance - The ?check engine light? might illuminate with DTC P0461 stored in the engine control module. No engine-related problems are present, and the vehicle is safe to drive.
• 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…
• 10123655Dec 8, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-56 dated November 19, 2015. The MIL is on. DTC P046100 (Fuel level sensor, circuit range/performance) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01).
• 10123657Dec 4, 2015Steering. When the vehicle is driven between 35 mph and 75 mph, a noise can be heard in the front of the vehicle. The customer may say that the noise is coming from the steering column area, and may describe the sound as buzzing, humming, whistling, whining, grinding, howling, and/or droning. The best way to understand the complaint is to discuss it with the customer. Faulty wheel bearing(s) may cause the noise.
• 10123666Dec 3, 2015Electrical system. In vehicles with PR code 9Q7, display content is sporadically not shown in the driver information system and text is superimposed on the information line of the on-board computer. Incorrect software in the instrument cluster.
• 10123661Dec 2, 2015Electrical system, Latches, locks and linkages. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-98 dated December 9, 2013. Customer may report that the automatic door lock function cannot be deactivated. The ?Lock when driving? (Autolock) configuration setting has been discontinued starting in some model year 2013 vehicles, and it is no longer available in the Car >> Vehicle Settings category in the MMI. The vehicle can still be unlocked while it is…
• 10123609Nov 30, 2015Brakes. Customer may complain about brake squeak or squeal with light moderate pedal pressure. The noise is created by the brake pad material. A new brake pad (part number 4G0698151K) with improved compound has been developed. The supplier cannot currently produce this part in high volume due to factory capacity, which is causing a delay in part availability. It is possible that installing the original brake pad (part…

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