2008 Audi Q7 Technical Service Bulletins

458 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 Audi Q7. 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.

• 10250680May 8, 2013Electronic stability control, Suspension. Warning for self-leveling suspension in instrument cluster (DTCs 00142, 00143, 00144, 00145)
• 10250679May 8, 2013Suspension, Air bags, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Lane departure…. Vehicle lowers itself, air suspension warning light on, level sensor error (PR-2MB or 1BK)
• 10228369May 8, 2013Electrical system. If, during winter months, the vehicle is used mainly for short trips, it is possible for an excessive amount of condensed water to collect in the rear muffler. When the condensed water level in the muffler reaches a certain point, it is possible for this water to run into the exhaust pipe and freeze overnight, preventing the engine from starting.
• 10225048May 8, 2013Electrical system. If, during winter months, the vehicle is used mainly for short trips, it is possible for an excessive amount of condensed water to collect in the rear muffler. When the condensed water level in the muffler reaches a certain point, it is possible for this water to run into the exhaust pipe and freeze overnight, preventing the engine from starting.
• 10222021May 8, 2013Engine cooling. If, during winter months, the vehicle is used mainly for short trips, it is possible for an excessive amount of condensed water to collect in the rear muffler. When the condensed water level in the muffler reaches a certain point, it is possible for this water to run into the exhaust pipe and freeze overnight, preventing the engine from starting.
• 10124953May 8, 2013Engine. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 21 number 08-02 dated November 11, 2008. Engine does not start in extremely cold ambient temperatures. If, during winter months, the vehicle is used mainly for short trips, it is possible for an excessive amount of condensed water to collect in the rear muffler. When the condensed water level in the muffler reaches a certain point, it is possible for this water to run…
• 10066880May 8, 2013Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10066879May 8, 2013Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10065698May 8, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10123933Apr 29, 2013Exterior lighting. The customer may report that the tail lamp lighting does not switch between the rear lid and the bumper when the lid is operated. DTC 03703 (Rear lid -closed- sensor) may be stored in the comfort system central control module, J393 (address word 46).
• 10068706Apr 29, 2013Exterior lighting. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10123925Apr 19, 2013Steering. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 11-15 dated January 10, 2011. The customer may report that the Easy Entry function of the power adjustable steering column intermittently does not work.
• 10251011Apr 12, 2013Suspension. Self-leveling does not work: DTC 02645 stored
• 10250677Apr 12, 2013Suspension. Self-leveling does not work: DTC 02645 stored
• 10123921Apr 12, 2013Suspension. Self-leveling suspension cannot be adjusted during extremely cold weather. The self-leveling suspension warning light is illuminated in the instrument cluster. The self-leveling suspension operates normally again after the vehicle has been parked for a while in a garage or in the sun. DTC 20645 003 (valves for self-leveling control, mechanical fault) is present in the level control system module, J197 (address word…
• 10066877Apr 12, 2013Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10251009Apr 11, 2013Suspension. Self-leveling compressor inoperative
• 10250676Apr 11, 2013Suspension. Self-leveling compressor inoperative
• 10123920Apr 11, 2013Suspension. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 43 number 12-11 dated October 29, 2012. The self-leveling system can no longer be adjusted with the MMI. The compressor for the self-leveling system continues to run after the engine has been switched off and the vehicle has been locked. DTCs may be stored in the level control system module, J197 (address word 34). Because of poor performance or failure of the air…
• 10251038Apr 2, 2013Brakes. Brakes squeel
• 10123922Apr 2, 2013Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 11-16 dated December 9, 2011. Customer complains of brake squeal.
• 10123901Apr 1, 2013Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011. This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center
• 10243991Mar 25, 2013Equipment. Elsaweb Newsletter
• 10123882Mar 25, 2013Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011. 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.
• 10228353Mar 14, 2013Electrical system. Contact resistance in the ECM wiring ? throttle valve.
• 10225032Mar 14, 2013Engine cooling. Contact resistance in the ECM wiring ? throttle valve.
• 10222005Mar 14, 2013Engine cooling. Contact resistance in the ECM wiring ? throttle valve.
• 10123893Mar 14, 2013Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-70 dated February 22, 2013. MIL on. A number of incident memory entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (01). In most cases, the entries are sporadic. Contact resistance in the ECM wiring ? throttle valve.
• 10051782Mar 14, 2013Engine. Audi: 01 mil on p1545, p0121, p0123, p0221, or p0222 stored in ecm. A number of incident memory entries with regard to throttle valve are stored in the ecm. In most cases, the entries are sporadic. *js updated 04/15/2013
• 10123860Mar 13, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 60 number 12-20 dated August 27, 2012. Evidence of water intrusion into the cabin of a vehicle equipped with a Panorama sunroof is found. Any of the water drain hoses can be either incorrectly installed (causing an obstruction) or the drain hose itself could have a defect causing a leak. In either case, water may not be channeled away from the sunroof frame and to the…
• 10066969Mar 13, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10251008Mar 4, 2013Suspension. Air suspension height is uneven, pressure holding valve closed
• 10250675Mar 4, 2013Electronic stability control, Brakes, Suspension. Air suspension height is uneven, pressure holding valve closed
• 10243988Mar 4, 2013Other or unknown. Elsaweb Newsletter
• 10123874Mar 4, 2013Suspension. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 43 number 13-12 dated February 4, 2013. The vehicle pulls to one side. The suspension height is uneven and the vehicle is crooked. One wheel location of the suspension is stuck in the raised position. The control system cannot be programmed. entries may be stored in the level control system control module, J197 (34). The residual pressure holding valve of an air spring…
• 10123863Mar 4, 2013Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-82 dated February 5, 2013. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization between the remote control key and vehicle because the battery has been disconnected or the battery of the remote control has been replaced.
• 10066875Mar 4, 2013Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10250424Feb 22, 2013Engine cooling. MIL on (P1545, P0121, P0123, P0221 or P0222 stored in ECM)
• 10123970Feb 22, 2013Engine, Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-06 dated June 4, 2010. MIL on. A number of incident memory entries with regard to the throttle valve are stored in the ECM. In most cases, the entries are sporadic. Contact resistance in the ECM wiring - throttle valve.
• 10251023Feb 18, 2013Suspension. Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
• 10250475Feb 18, 2013Steering. Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
• 10123987Feb 18, 2013Suspension. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-35 dated January 18, 2013. Customer feels vibration from 55 - 80 mph (88 - 128 km/h) in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel. This condition does not result in any handling concerns or loss of vehicle control.
• 10124000Feb 5, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-61 dated October 1, 2012. Parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles when none exist. Parking aid is inoperative or provides constant warning. Various parking aid sensor fitting issues. Environmental conditions.
• 10123995Feb 5, 2013Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 11-55 dated August 22, 2011. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization between the remote control key and vehicle because the battery has been disconnected or the battery of the remote control has been replaced.
• 10250474Feb 4, 2013Electronic stability control, Suspension. Air suspension height is uneven, pressure holding valve closed
• 10123986Feb 4, 2013Suspension. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 43 number 10-04 dated September 29, 2010. The vehicle pulls to one side. The suspension height is uneven and the vehicle is crooked. One wheel location of the suspension is stuck in the raised position. The control system cannot be programmed. DTC's may be stored in address 34. The residual pressure holding valve of an air spring may be stuck closed, not allowing the air…
• 10067407Feb 4, 2013Suspension. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10251018Jan 18, 2013Steering. Steering wheel shimmy, vibration and/or oscillation
• 10216682Jan 9, 2013Engine cooling. Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.
• 10253423Jan 1, 2013Equipment. Audi Delivery Guidelines.

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