2017 Audi S3 Technical Service Bulletins

620 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 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.

• 10120802Feb 8, 2017Equipment. Added to title
• 10120801Feb 8, 2017Equipment. Added to title
• 10118457Feb 8, 2017Equipment. Added RS 3 to title Interior Section: Removed "Inspect operation of all power outlets"
• 10118415Feb 3, 2017Engine cooling. This informational bulletin contains guidelines for figuring out why coolant marks are present around the coolant expansion tank cap.
• 10125532Jan 17, 2017Equipment. Time-sensitive maintenance items Section: Added RS 3 to "BorgWarner clutch - Replace oil" Additional Maintenance Items Section: Added RS 3 to "Perform first at 30,000 miles or 3 years? Spark Plugs Replace" Added RS 3 to "Perform first at 40,000 miles and thereafter every 40,000 miles: DSG/S tronic - Change ATF oil
• 10119779Dec 21, 2016Equipment. Under Infotainment Section: ADDED: "Audi smartphone integration: Apple® CarPlay and Google? Android Auto integration (if applicable)"
• 10119789Dec 20, 2016Equipment. Additional Maintenance Items Section: Added S4 to: "Perform first at 40,000 miles or 6 years, whichever occurs first. Thereafter, every 40,000 miles or 6 years, whichever occurs first. Spark plugs2)- Replace (A3 e-tron, A3, S3, S4, 4.0L V8, A8L W12, RS 7, and all 2.0L TFSI except Q3 only)"
• 10119790Dec 15, 2016Equipment. All TDI Models: Under Standard Maintenance Service section: Removed "and adapt learned values for AdBlue tank under guided fault finding after filling fluid" from "AdBlue fluid - Fill completely with fresh fluid (all TDI models)"
• 10118066Dec 6, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10119795Dec 2, 2016Wheels. Added A4 Sedan ultra to Model 2.0T R18 245/40 R18 97H All Season changed to R18 245/40 R18 "93H" All Season 2.0T R17: Added "255/50 R17" to Winter Wheel and Tire pkg. 2.0T: Added: R18 245/45 R18 100H All Season and R17 225/55 R17 Winter Wheel and Tire pkg Removed 3.0 TDI and added 2.0T Added: R18 255/60R18 All Season Tires: Chains 4M0091387 Added: R19 "255/55R19" to the Winter Wheel and Tire Package 5.2L REMOVED…
• 10130208Nov 17, 2016Equipment. 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 .
• 10130183Nov 17, 2016Engine, Engine cooling, Equipment. This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor and details how to run a ODIS GFF test plan.
• 10152547Nov 3, 2016Equipment. Standard Maintenance Service section: Snow screen for air cleaner: Clean REMOVED: A4, A4 allroad, S4 and Q5 hybrid REMOVED: Stone chip protection statement
• 10127976Oct 27, 2016Equipment. Vehicle Preparation Section: Added: Set the service intervals to 10k instead of 5k during PDI or existing 2017 vehicles that are set incorrectly 1. Click on the ?Special functions? tab 2. Scroll down to ?Maintenance? 3. Select the 17 - inspection with oil change - 10,000 miles, USA function test 4. Perform the function test, but make sure you select ?USA? as the country variant and when the question ?Which service…
• 10128010Oct 19, 2016Suspension. This bulletin provides information regarding vibrations or movement that are felt in the wheel.
• 10128009Oct 19, 2016Wheels. This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.
• 10128027Oct 14, 2016Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10127973Oct 13, 2016Engine. Update to new engine oil specification VW 508 00 509 00.
• 10128026Oct 12, 2016Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10127959Oct 11, 2016Body and structure. Exterior Section: Added: "Inspect the outer door seals at all four doors and clean any visible adhesive using D 002 000 A2 Adhesive Remover or Acetone"
• 10127992Oct 10, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides instructions for an an error message and updating with an SVM code.
• 10127956Oct 10, 2016Engine. Update fluid capacity table to include "B-Cycle" engine information
• 10107386Sep 27, 2016Equipment. "driver assistance section: remove ""head-up display with navigation and assistance systems information (same as virtual cockpit?)"""
• 10107501Sep 26, 2016Equipment. Added a3/s3 content
• 10107388Sep 26, 2016Equipment. NEW DOCUMENT Audi Pre-Delivery inspection
• 10107384Sep 26, 2016Equipment. NEW DOCUMENT
• 10107346Sep 14, 2016Equipment. Add: "includes all standard maintenance items" to major maintenance service title
• 10106613Aug 26, 2016Suspension, Brakes, Equipment, Electrical system. Running gear: audi magnetic ride - knocking noises from rear shocks on s3 (8v) and tts (fv)
• 10106088Aug 26, 2016Brakes, Electrical system. Running gear: audi magnetic ride - knocking noises from rear shocks on s3 (8v) and tts (fv) brake system: braking noises - basic principals for diagnosis and repair. Running gear: multi-collision brake
• 10092325Jul 26, 2016Equipment. 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 .
• 10092106Jul 26, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. 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 .
• 10092571Jul 22, 2016Equipment. Fluid capacity table
• 10093304Jun 9, 2016Suspension. This technical service bulletin asks the reader to check for improperly installed or deformed front shock bellows and to replace if necessary.
• 10106741May 5, 2016Equipment. Added verbiage to standard maintenance service for added clarity: "includes all minor maintenance items"
• 10107204Apr 15, 2016Electrical system, Engine, Brakes, Equipment. Change oil viscosities for a3, a4, s4, a4 allroad, a6, a7, a8l, q5, q7, r8 coupe; remove a4 tdi, a5 tdi, rs3, rs4, rs6, rs6 plus from maintenance items. Added "(includes minor maintenance service)" to standard maintenance service section title. Remove r8 from the following list item: "rear spoiler hinges: lubricate according to description in elsapro" "added the following maintenance interval: ""perform first at…
• 10094048Apr 14, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. 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 .
• 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.
• 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…
• 10123682Dec 16, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi vehicle detail report. DO NOT use accessories (radio, etc.) while performing detail, as this can discharge the battery. Refer to TSB 2009967 for Detailer responsibilities, specific use of chemicals, and for part numbers to order materials. Only operate power convertible top with engine running to conserve battery power (A3 Cab, A5/S5 Cab, R8 Spyder ONLY).
• 10123681Dec 16, 2015Equipment. This document contains the Audi vehicle condition report checklist.
• 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, 2015Fuel system, Electrical 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.
• 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…
• 10123614Nov 11, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-46 dated July 10, 2012. This Technical Bulletin provides an overview of HD Radio technology and terminology. The
• 10123718Oct 27, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 15-09 dated October 2, 2015. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10123717Oct 2, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 13-07 dated September 30, 2013. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10123771Sep 24, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 15-67 dated August 19, 2015. This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor. Any replacement of A/C compressors?regardless of the reason for failure?must include an ODIS GFF cooling performance test plan of the A/C system with documentation of the recovered refrigerant volume. This GFF test plan requirement is…
• 10123775Sep 21, 2015Electrical system. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-67 dated July 10, 2013. The customer may report that the handheld transmitter cannot be programmed to the garage door opener control module, J530. The customer?s door opener system may not be compatible with J530. The battery in the handheld transmitter may be too weak for a good signal. The battery charge may be sufficient to operate the garage door opener…

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