2016 Audi S3 Technical Service Bulletins

629 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Audi S3. 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.

• 10175375May 15, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Apple car play function.
• 10175376May 13, 2020Suspension, Equipment. This bulletin contains information on how to fix a clunking or rattling noise heard from the rear suspension when the vehicle is driven over bumps.
• 10176067May 12, 2020Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when a phone is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth, one of the following conditions occurs when the user searches for a contact name in the MMI address book (by using the MMI control knob or the voice recognition system): *The MMI screen goes blank then restarts. *The MMI screen freezes for a few minutes then recovers.
• 10175961May 8, 2020Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions on how to clean exterior glass.
• 10174949May 5, 2020Fuel system, Engine. The informational bulletin explains why during COVID-19 there is winter-blend fuel during a warmer season and causing some issues.
• 10174390Apr 24, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains information on noises from the instrument cluster installation area.
• 10174389Apr 24, 2020Electrical system. This information bulletin contains a background on the outside air temperature reading.
• 10173908Apr 20, 2020Suspension. This bulletin contains repair instructions for knocking or rattling when driving on uneven roads.
• 10184530Apr 16, 2020Equipment. This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.
• 10173852Apr 10, 2020Tires. This bulletin contains information on why the TPMS message 'Tire pressure: malfunction!' appears without DTCs.
• 10173843Apr 10, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 'vehicle eletronics malfunction' message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
• 10173856Apr 9, 2020Body and structure. This bulletin contains a cleaning procedure from leftover residue from suction cups or labels.
• 10173838Apr 1, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10173425Mar 12, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10172605Mar 11, 2020Steering. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when DTC B145504 with symptom code 7340800. 48 Steering wheel heater is not working, DTC B145504 is stored in the steering column control module.
• 10172594Mar 6, 2020Fuel system. This bulletin contains instructions for when to add gasoline additives for cleaning the injectors.
• 10172599Mar 5, 2020Electrical system. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a "vehicle eletronics malfunction" message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
• 10171830Feb 23, 2020Equipment. This bulletin contains inspection guidelines for radio interference that causes noises in the speaker.
• 10171808Feb 19, 2020Electronic stability control. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 'vehicle eletronics malfunction' message appears in the display (DTC B116229).
• 10171810Feb 12, 2020Steering. This bulletin contains instructions for when the vehicle pulls to one side or the steering wheel is crooked.
• 10171350Feb 6, 2020Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains how to determine the status of activation keys (that affect the function of Audi drive select, cruise control, navigation, Bluetooth, smartphone interface and voice recognition), and how to update them.
• 10169691Dec 20, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10169106Dec 9, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin contains instructions for when car wash bristles are stuck in the headlights. 2015-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2015-2018 A3 e-tron, 2011-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2011-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 RS6 Avant
• 10169118Dec 6, 2019Equipment, Exterior lighting. Exterior lights, moisture accumulation 2013-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 Sportback, 2004-2005 A4 Cabriolet, 2004-2008 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 RS4 Cabriolet, 2010-2021 A4 allroad, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012, 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2004-2006 A7, 2004-2011 S7, 2021 RS6 Avant, 2004-2006 S8
• 10169098Dec 4, 2019Equipment, Tires. New document 2004-2020 A4 allroad, A6 allroad, A8L, R8 Spyder
• 10168619Nov 14, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the all wheel drive coupling is stuck on or doesn't engage without DTCs stored. Also Audi 2015 and 2016 A3 Cabriolet.
• 10168734Nov 12, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct. 2015-2021 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2018-2021 A5 Sportback, 2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 RS 6 Avant
• 10168636Nov 11, 2019Wheels. This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel. 2015-2020 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2008-2009 S4 Cabriolet, 2008 and 2010 RS4 Cabriolet, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, 2010-2012 and 2018-2020 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2020 S5 Sportback, 2008 A7, 2008-2011 S7
• 10216655Nov 7, 2019Engine cooling. A check with the engine oil service dipstick T40178 is necessary, but the adjustment values for the dipstick are not available in the Elsa repair manual. Because of a system change, the adjustment values for the service dipstick T40178 were removed from the repair manual.
• 10166730Oct 16, 2019Equipment. This informational bulletin contains details on conditions for replacing the water pump and/or thermostat housing. 2015-2019 A3 Cabriolet, 2017-2018 S3 Cabriolet, 2018-2019 A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2013--2019 TTR
• 10166733Oct 10, 2019Air bags. This bulletin contains instructions for when the airbag warning is illuminated and DTC B13BCF2 is stored. 2015-2020 A3 Cabriolet, 2016-2018 A3 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, 2018-2020 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2020 S5 Sportback
• 10165807Oct 7, 2019Other or unknown. This bulletin contains repair instructions for leaking shock absorbers.
• 10165539Sep 30, 2019Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries (airbag/seatbelts, accidents, fire and overheat damage.
• 10165969Sep 27, 2019Electrical system. This bulletin contains instructions for enabling text message notifications through the MMI system.
• 10165519Sep 19, 2019Equipment. ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS: Perform first at 35,000 miles and thereafter every 40,000 miles. DSG/S tronic - Change ATF oil and replace transmission filter element for clutch hydraulics (A3, S3, TT, TTS, S5, S5 Cabriolet, RS 5, S6, and S7 only) Added: Footnote 3: "For the 8K2 Audi S4 use the MY 2015 maintenance card. This is a push behind vehicle based on the PR code"
• 10166284Sep 17, 2019Electrical system. 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions
• 10165371Sep 12, 2019Forward collision avoidance. This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning.
• 10165377Sep 6, 2019Electrical system. Infotainment System Software - Security Patch - Revised Also includes 2015 A3 Cabriolet, 2016 TT Roadster, A3 Cabriolet, A3 Sportback
• 10165378Sep 5, 2019Electrical system. Infotainment System Software - Security Patch - Revised Also includes 2015 A3 Cabriolet, 2016 TT Roadster, 2015-2016 A3 Cabriolet, 2016 A3 Sportback
• 10164512Aug 30, 2019Fuel system. This informational bulletin explains when the range display is empty in the on-board computer. Also A3 Cabriolet 2015-2021, A3 Sportback 2016-2018, 2005 A4 Cabriolet , 2005-2009 S4 Cabriolet, 2010-2012 and 2018-2021 RS5 Cabriolet, 2018-2021 S5 Sportback, 2021 S6, 2005 and 2006 A7, 2005-2011 and 2021 S7 2005-2006 and 2021 S8, 2019-2021 E-Tron Quattro
• 10164489Aug 30, 2019Equipment. This bulletin contains instructions for when the anti-theft alarm went off for no reason or did not go off. Includes A3 Cabriolet 2015-2020, 2010-2020 A4 Allroad, 2018-2020 A5 Sportback, RS5 Cabriolet 2010-2012 and 2018-2020, 2018-2020 S5 Sportback, 2010-2011 S7, 2010 S8, 2019-2020 e-tron Quattro.
• 10164216Aug 14, 2019Suspension. This bulletin provides information regarding the repair of rear shock mounting due to noises.
• 10163509Jul 19, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. Undisclosed Transmission Control Module (TCM) Software 2013 A8, S8, Q7, 2014 TT Coupe, 2015 Q7, S3 Sedan, 2016 A3 Cab, A3 Sedan, S3 Sedan, TT Coupe, 2017 Q7, TT Coupe, 2018 S7, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S5 Cabriolet, S6
• 10163506Jul 19, 2019Engine cooling. Undisclosed Engine Control Module (ECM) Software 2015 S7, 2015-2016 S3 Sedan, 2016 A3 Sedan, A3 Cab, A6 Sedan, 2017 R8 Coupe, 2018 A5 Sportback, SQ5, R8 Spyder, A5 Coupe, A4 Sedan
• 10163510Jul 18, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. Undisclosed Transmission Control Module (TCM) Software 2013 A8, S8, Q7, 2014 TT Coupe, 2015 Q7, S3 Sedan, 2016 A3 Cab, A3 Sedan, S3 Sedan, TT Coupe, 2017 Q7, TT Coupe, 2018 S7, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S5 Cabriolet, S6
• 10163507Jul 18, 2019Engine cooling. Undisclosed Engine Control Module (ECM) Software2015 S7, 2015-2016 S3 Sedan, 2016 A3 Sedan, A3 Cab, A6 Sedan, 2017 R8 Coupe, 2018 A5 Sportback, SQ5, R8 Spyder, A5 Coupe, A4 Sedan
• 10163536Jul 17, 2019Equipment, Electrical system. Infotainment System Software - Security Patch 2015 A3 Sedan, S3 Sedan, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 A3 Cabriolet, A3 Sedan, A3 Sportback, A6 Sedan, A7, Q7, RS7, S3 Sedan, S6, S7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2017 A4 Sedan, Q7, R8 Coupe
• 10163513Jul 17, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. Infotainment System Software – Security Patch 2015 A3 Sedan, S3 Sedan, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 A3 Cabriolet, A3 Sedan, A3 Sportback, A6 Sedan, A7, Q7, RS7, S3 Sedan, S6, S7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, 2017 A4 Sedan, Q7, R8 Coupe
• 10160373May 9, 2019Steering. This bulletin contains repair instructions for when DTC B145504 with symptom code 7340800. This document applies to every 2016-2019 Audi Model.
• 10156506Mar 26, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Engine. This bulletin contains repair instructions to dampen vibrations in the engine compartment.

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