2015 Audi Q7 Technical Service Bulletins

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

• 10119996Apr 10, 2015Body and structure. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 15-48 dated March 16, 2015. Customer may report hearing wind noise from the front door area. After diagnosis, it is determined that the source of the wind noise is the exterior rear view mirrors. Throughout the development of the Audi Q5 and Audi Q7, various features have been added to the exterior rear view mirrors. The added features include the turn signal…
• 10119995Apr 10, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 13-39 dated December 9, 2013. Customer may report hearing wind noise from the front door area when the vehicle is driven at highway speeds. After diagnosis, it is determined that the source of the wind noise is the exterior rear view mirrors. The two main sources of wind noise from the exterior rear view mirrors are: the seam surrounding the turn signal lamp and…
• 10119988Apr 10, 2015Engine cooling. Cooling fans stay on after engine is turned off. The cooling fans may operate for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off. This function is mapped to specific driving patterns and vehicle operating modes (for example, DPF regeneration). This is normal operation, and no parts should be replaced.
• 10120679Mar 24, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 15-46 dated February 19, 2015. Customer may report that the license plate attachment screws do not install properly. The license plate brackets are designed to be used with the appropriate-length screw installed by hand with a screwdriver. Damaged warranty parts have been returned to Audi of America with evidence of excessive torque used when installing the…
• 10119957Mar 20, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-27 dated March 4, 2014. The addresses and contacts stored in the Navigation >> Favorites, Navigation >> Directory, and Navigation >> Last destinations submenus disappear intermittently. 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. The voice…
• 10119956Mar 20, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-69 dated November 4, 2014. The following message appears on the MMI display: "Device or cable type not supported". The AMI cable being used is a genuine Audi-branded cable with an Audi part number (see Required Parts and Tools for a list of valid part numbers). The "Device or cable type not supported" message may be displayed when an incorrect AMI cable type…
• 10119945Mar 17, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 13-10 dated September 5, 2013. Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust…
• 10119950Mar 16, 2015Body and structure. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 14-44 dated December 19, 2014. Customer may report hearing wind noise from the front door area. After diagnosis, it is determined that the source of the wind noise is the exterior rear view mirrors. Throughout the development of the Audi Q5 and Audi Q7, various features have been added to the exterior rear view mirrors. The added features include the turn signal…
• 10120675Mar 12, 2015Engine cooling. Customer states that engine overheats. No MIL. No related DTCs are stored. Various parts have been replaced under warranty for the condition noted above, but no issues were identified with these parts. In an effort to gain information on the overheat condition for the vehicles listed above, we are asking that you contact the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC) before replacing any parts. This will assist us in…
• 10119955Mar 10, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 08-129 dated November 12, 2008. Customer states that the reception of satellite radio occasionally fades or drops out. The information display may show a message related to the satellite radio, such as "Linking", "Updating", "Acquiring Signal", "Loading", "No Signal", or "No Sat".
• 10119940Mar 9, 2015Fuel system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-09 dated June 21, 2013. The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors, and combustion chambers, engine running rough after cold start, excessive engine cranking time, hesitations while driving, rough engine idle…
• 10119946Mar 6, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013. This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).
• 10120672Mar 3, 2015Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. Rattling noises are heard from the timing chain drive for about 1-3 seconds after the first engine start of the day. The noises are caused by one of the upper chain tensioners. The noises do not lead to damage. Improved chain tensioner.
• 10119938Mar 3, 2015Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-80 dated March 25, 2013. The MIL is on. Vehicle has reduced performance (in "limp mode"). Various entries may be logged in the engine control module (ECM).
• 10119937Mar 3, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. The MIL is on due to DTCs P0491 and P0492 being stored in the ECM.
• 10120703Feb 25, 2015Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 70 number 14-39 dated August 11, 2014. Various squeaks and/or rattles are heard from the roof area on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. These noises can be created by the points of contact between the sunroof cover trim frame and the clips that retain it to the headliner.
• 10120689Feb 23, 2015Engine cooling. Heating performance is low. Air bubble noises are heard from coolant and/or heat exchanger area. The check valve in the breather line can come loose. As a result, air may get into the coolant system. Modified parts in production starting with production date 2/5/2015.
• 10120685Feb 23, 2015Equipment. The MIL is on due to DTC P0456 being stored in the ECM. There is no leak in the EVAP system.
• 10120682Feb 13, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013. Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiring. This bulletin applies only to non-diesel engines.
• 10119854Jan 16, 2015Electrical system, Fuel system. The MIL is on due to a Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low DTC stored in the ECM. Drivability concerns such as hard starting/no starting are present. Fuel pump may be making a straining noise. Outside temperature is sub-freezing. This issue is related to the diesel fuel and not a technical problem with the vehicle.
• 10119910Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi technician report checklist. All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an Audi technician. Audi recommends using an Audi approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection. It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units during the SVM check vehicle…
• 10119909Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi technician report checklist. All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an Audi technician. Audi recommends using an Audi approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection. It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units during the SVM check vehicle…
• 10119908Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi delivery guidelines and checklist.
• 10119907Jan 15, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi delivery guidelines and checklist. This document is in Spanish.
• 10216604Jan 1, 2015Brakes. Tire Pressure Table.
• 10216603Jan 1, 2015Tires. Normal Load Condition.
• 10216601Jan 1, 2015Equipment. Maintenance Intervals.
• 10231116Dec 22, 2014Equipment. Product quality is Announcing a new innovation in technical service bulletins: portable, easy to access videos
• 10124893Dec 19, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-74 dated February 5, 2013. 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.
• 10124890Dec 19, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 66 number 13-35 dated October 3, 2013. Customer may report hearing wind noise from the front door area. After diagnosis, it is determined that the source of the wind noise is the exterior rear view mirrors. Throughout the development of the Audi Q5 and Audi Q7, various features have been added to the exterior rear view mirrors. The added features include the turn signal…
• 10066338Dec 19, 2014Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10228302Dec 10, 2014Equipment. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
• 10224981Dec 10, 2014Electrical system, Equipment. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
• 10221954Dec 10, 2014Equipment. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.
• 10124882Dec 10, 2014Electrical system. High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Audi of America has started to host its TSB videos outside of ElsaPro. Doing so provides higher-quality videos, more reliable access to the videos, and the ability to view the videos on different devices.
• 10250944Dec 8, 2014Steering. Steering wheel shimmy, vibration, and/or oscillation
• 10124892Dec 8, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-63 dated October 4, 2012. The customer may report flickering of the dash insert lighting, of the A/C control panel lighting, or of the inside light. The condition occurs when the accelerator is pressed while the vehicle is in P or N, or when the vehicle is shifted down when moving downhill. Only vehicles with PR number 8GH may be affected.
• 10124888Dec 8, 2014Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 14-50 dated May 14, 2014. Customer feels vibration in the seat, vehicle floor, footwell, pedals, or steering wheel. This condition does not lead to any handling concerns or loss of vehicle control. Customer feels the vibration while driving at highway speeds from 55 ? 80 mph (88 ? 128 km/h). This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair…
• 10124898Dec 4, 2014Equipment. This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.
• 10249106Dec 3, 2014Body and structure. Door pad
• 10124907Dec 3, 2014Body and structure. The customer may hear a rattle noise in either front door during driving or when closing the door. This Update is in effect until removed. Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 57F5 code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair. Vehicle must be within the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service…
• 10067791Dec 3, 2014Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10124872Nov 24, 2014Body and structure. A rattle noise is heard from either front door when the car is being driven or when the door is being closed. The lower foam pad on the inside of the front door skin may loosen and vibrate against the door skin.
• 10066327Nov 24, 2014Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10243822Nov 19, 2014Equipment. Audi Vehicle Detail Report
• 10231142Nov 17, 2014Equipment. Technical bulletins and updates
• 10249105Nov 14, 2014Body and structure. Door pad
• 10124824Nov 14, 2014Body and structure. The customer may hear a rattle noise in either front door during driving or when closing the door. This Update is in effect until removed.
• 10067790Nov 14, 2014Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10249083Nov 13, 2014Other or unknown. Door Pad

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