2013 Audi A7 Technical Service Bulletins

1,450 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Audi A7. 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.

• 10122301Mar 6, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-26 dated February 24, 2014. The MMI screen goes blank then restarts or the MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book (by using the MMI control knob or the voice recognition system).
• 10226435Mar 4, 2014Equipment. 96 Alarm sounds when driver door is unlocked with mechanical key
• 10122306Mar 4, 2014Equipment, Latches, locks and linkages. The vehicle's anti-theft alarm sounds when the driver door is unlocked with a mechanical key. No DTCs are stored. The keyless remote was not used to unlock the vehicle. In order to minimize current draw after the ignition has been turned off, the electronics system of the vehicle goes into sleep mode. During this time, each module monitors the CAN bus more slowly than when the electronics system is awake.
• 10122300Mar 4, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. The addresses and contacts stored in the Navigation >> Favorites, Navigation >> Directory, and Navigation >> Last destinations submenus disappear intermittently in vehicles with MMI3G+ Navigation, and in vehicles with or without Audi connect. Intermittently, the MMI system does not appear to remember that the user's myAudi PIN has already been entered, and it requires the user to enter the PIN again in vehicles…
• 10125561Feb 27, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 12-27 dated April 24, 2012. There is an unpleasant, musty odor coming from the heating and ventilation system. The odor usually occurs when the vehicle has been sitting unused for five hours or more. The odor usually occurs within 20 to 60 seconds after the vehicle is started. Condensation, which is a normal condition in all A/C systems, can cause a musty odor.
• 10125564Feb 24, 2014Seats. The MMI screen goes blank then restarts or the MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth. This condition occurs because special characters (including symbols, emoticons, or map icons) are stored in the name field of a phonebook contact.
• 10125558Feb 21, 2014Seats. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 74 number 13-15 dated November 15, 2013. Customer may complain that the seat pneumatics (side bolsters and lumbar support) actuate without any input from the customer. This condition can occur when the vehicle is driven at high altitudes or when the outside temperature fluctuates.
• 10068135Feb 21, 2014Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10228292Feb 20, 2014Engine cooling. When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10224971Feb 20, 2014Engine cooling. When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10221944Feb 20, 2014Engine cooling. When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10125536Feb 20, 2014Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 12-34 dated June 6, 2012. The process of draining oil through the drain plug is not always tidy. When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints.
• 10231119Feb 17, 2014Equipment. Technical bulletins and updates
• 10125563Feb 6, 2014Seats. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 13-43 dated December 3, 2013. The seatbelt warning light is illuminated, but the passenger seatbelt is buckled. The seatbelt warning chime is not on. This bulletin only applies to vehicles equipped with navigation system. Software of the instrument cluster control module needs to be updated.
• 10068159Feb 6, 2014Seat belts. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10250993Feb 3, 2014Brakes. Brake noise analysis and handling
• 10231117Feb 3, 2014Equipment. Technical bulletins and updates
• 10125548Feb 3, 2014Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-67 dated January 21, 2014. Customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Customers may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. Before proceeding with any of the following steps, check for any applicable TSBs for brake noise. This TSB should not be used if another brake noise TSB is available…
• 10122194Jan 29, 2014Steering, Wheels. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 13-47 dated August 2, 2013. Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the noise can be duplicated while the vehicle is stationary if the steering wheel is turned 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…
• 10231123Jan 27, 2014Equipment. Technical bulletins and updates
• 10228392Jan 24, 2014Fuel system, Engine cooling. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No.
• 10225071Jan 24, 2014Fuel system. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No.
• 10222044Jan 24, 2014Fuel system. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No.
• 10122204Jan 24, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 09-30 dated April 14, 2009. The Audi MMI system will not play audio files from an SD card. The MMI system does not recognize the audio files on the SD card. The MMI system reports that the audio files on the SD card are damaged. The audio files on the SD card will play on one Audi vehicle, but will not play on a different Audi vehicle.
• 10122183Jan 24, 2014Engine. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-59 dated January 21, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC may be stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise.
• 10065426Jan 24, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10122206Jan 23, 2014Electrical system, Exterior lighting. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 13-19 dated May 23, 2013. The light bulb warning light is displayed in the instrument cluster with the ?Vehicle lights: malfunction? message. DTCs are stored in the vehicle electrical system control module. Exterior lights are functioning properly. If the headlight switch is moved to an intermediate position and remains there, the light bulb warning light and…
• 10251028Jan 21, 2014Steering. Alignment - Repair Authorization
• 10228390Jan 21, 2014Engine cooling. One of the vacuum actuators on intake runner bank 1 or bank 2 is defective. It is possible that the membrane on the vacuum actuator may tear. As a result, the intake manifold flaps do not function.
• 10228389Jan 21, 2014Fuel system, Engine cooling. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No.
• 10225069Jan 21, 2014Engine cooling. One of the vacuum actuators on intake runner bank 1 or bank 2 is defective. It is possible that the membrane on the vacuum actuator may tear. As a result, the intake manifold flaps do not function.
• 10225068Jan 21, 2014Fuel system. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No.
• 10222042Jan 21, 2014Engine cooling. One of the vacuum actuators on intake runner bank 1 or bank 2 is defective. It is possible that the membrane on the vacuum actuator may tear. As a result, the intake manifold flaps do not function.
• 10222041Jan 21, 2014Fuel system. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Diesel fuel requires additive blending or ?winterization? to be useable at low temperatures. At temperatures below 20° F (-7° C), No. 2 Diesel with insufficient winterization blending may lose its fluidity due to wax separation. This may clog the fuel filter or in-tank filter, preventing the engine from operating properly. No.
• 10122193Jan 21, 2014Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-64 dated January 2, 2014. Customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Customers may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. Before proceeding with any of the following steps, check for any applicable TSBs for brake noise. Also refer to the Audi Brake Systems brochure for helpful information.
• 10122189Jan 21, 2014Wheels, Steering. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-39 dated July 12, 2013. Vehicle pulls (left or right). Steering wheel is not level or is off-center. These conditions may be noticed during PDI. If the condition is due to outside influence (such as an accident), this TSB does not apply. In an effort to gain information on this condition, Audi of America is asking you to contact the Audi Technical Assistance…
• 10122181Jan 21, 2014Transmission and drivetrain, Engine, Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-34 dated October 8, 2013. The MIL is on. DTCs are stored in the ECM. There may be slight power reduction at high RPMs. One of the vacuum actuators on intake runner bank 1 or bank 2 is defective. It is possible that the membrane on the vacuum actuator may tear. As a result, the intake manifold flaps do not function.
• 10122180Jan 21, 2014Engine. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 14-55 dated January 8, 2014. The MIL is on. DTC P0087 may be stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. In tank, fuel pump may be making a straining noise.
• 10065424Jan 21, 2014Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10065423Jan 21, 2014Electrical system, Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10231122Jan 20, 2014Equipment. Technical bulletins and updates
• 10122198Jan 14, 2014Electrical system. Customer may report that the head-up display (HUD) flickers or dims quickly. Software in the windshield projection head-up display control module, J898 (address word 82), causes incorrect brightness control.
• 10066366Jan 14, 2014Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10231121Jan 13, 2014Equipment. Updates and suggestions
• 10122203Jan 13, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera). One of the TopView cameras will not calibrate. For issues with the Front TopView camera image being upside down after replacing J928, please reference TSB 2035912, 91 Front TopView camera cannot be calibrated; picture appears upside down. Improper setup of the calibration board and/or camera.
• 10066375Jan 13, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10122202Jan 10, 2014Electrical system, Back-over prevention (rear camera). Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-16 dated November 27, 2013. After the camera control module, J928, has been replaced, the front image is upside down and cannot be changed. The calibration cannot be completed. The coding of the camera control module is not completed correctly.
• 10066374Jan 10, 2014Back-over prevention (rear camera). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10216681Jan 9, 2014Engine cooling, Fuel system. The NVLD pressure switch may erroneously detect a very small leak. New pressure sensors in production: ? For vehicles with a fuel tank pressure sensor, G400, and a fuel tank leak detection control module, J909, that are separate (two components): part numbers 8K0906253 and 8K0906253B supersede to 8K0906253D. ?
• 10122192Jan 9, 2014Brakes, Steering, Wheels. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 12-23 dated June 18, 2012. Customer may report that the steering wheel vibrates or pulsates when the brakes are applied. Document contains the brake pulsation diagnostic guidelines.

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