2013 Audi S6 Technical Service Bulletins

836 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Audi S6. 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.

• 10091066Dec 13, 2016Engine, Electrical system, Equipment. This bulletin provides a svm code update for in engine control module.
• 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.
• 10091041Dec 6, 2016Engine cooling. This bulletin provides instructions for a slow coolant leak from coolant connections.
• 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.
• 10128004Oct 31, 2016Electrical system, Suspension. This technical bulletin provides software instructions for vehicle vibration between 1000 rpm and 3000 with two DTCs.
• 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.
• 10128001Oct 19, 2016Engine cooling. This bulletin provides instructions for a slow coolant leak from coolant connections.
• 10127995Oct 17, 2016Equipment. This bulletin provides repair information when a P023600 or P024000 appear in the tester.
• 10128027Oct 14, 2016Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10128006Oct 14, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing an issue with the mechatronics control unit circuit board and instructions for replacing it.
• 10128005Oct 14, 2016Electrical system. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing an issue with the G676 sensor module and replacing it.
• 10128026Oct 12, 2016Equipment. This bulletin provides instructions for repairing a vehicle with a washer solvent light on but the level is correct.
• 10127992Oct 10, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. This technical bulletin provides instructions for an an error message and updating with an SVM code.
• 10128000Oct 4, 2016Engine cooling. This bulletin provides instructions for a slow coolant leak from coolant connections.
• 10091622Sep 22, 2016Fuel system. This is an information bulletin regarding procedure for when the technician finds coolant marks during a repair.
• 10091566Sep 22, 2016Engine. This is an information tsb regarding a crack that appears to be a on cyclinder head.
• 10095634Aug 2, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin explains why the impeller side of the bank 2 turbocharger looks discolored.
• 10093244Aug 2, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin explains why the impeller side of the bank 2 turbocharger looks discolored.
• 10091274Jul 27, 2016Engine. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for troubleshooting and repairing the camshaft adjustment valve to correct a concern about the engine running irregularly.
• 10081701Jun 30, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for troubleshooting an issue with the oxygen sensors that causes dtc p013e00 or p014a00 to be stored.
• 10091122Jun 23, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for replacing the coolant thermostat with a new part number to resolve a stored dtc.
• 10092769May 23, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical service bulletin explains possible causes for the rearview camera to not display an image.
• 10094116Apr 20, 2016Back-over prevention (rear camera). This technical service bulletin explains possible causes for the rearview camera to not display an image.
• 10094053Apr 18, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains how to diagnose and resolve issues with audi connect online destination search, google earth navigation view, and inrix online traffic.
• 10093673Apr 18, 2016Equipment. This technical service bulletin explains the difference between keyless go and audi advanced key.
• 10093603Apr 18, 2016Engine cooling. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing an issue with the g676 sensor module and replacing it.
• 10093602Apr 18, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. This technical service bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing an issue with the mechatronics control unit circuit board and instructions for replacing it.
• 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.
• 10118341Feb 1, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. Gearbox malfunction message in cluster. DTCs P17D800, P179D00, P174000, P174C, P174B, P174F, P179C, P174A, and/or P174E are stored in the transmission control module. Fault codes and symptom codes must match exactly or this TSB should not be followed. Poor internal contact area on circuit board will lead to faults. Oil additives can cause the plastic circuit plates to delaminate, causing contact loss.
• 10118303Jan 27, 2016Engine, Engine cooling. The MIL is sporadically on. One or more of the following DTCs is stored in the engine control module (ECM, J623 (address word 01). They are DTC P261A00 (Coolant Pump ?B? Control Circuit/Open), DTC P261B00 (Coolant Pump ?B? Control Circuit Range/Performance), and DTC P261C00 (Coolant Pump ?B? Control Circuit Low). The continued coolant circulation pump sporadically fails.
• 10118327Jan 25, 2016Electrical system. TSBs in this newsletters include the MIL on due to DTC P042000 and/or P043000 (Catalyst system Bank 1/2, Efficiency below threshold) being stored in the ECM. New ECM software implemented to correct the condition.
• 10118306Jan 11, 2016Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Steering. Gearbox warning light on (DTCs P179E00, P179F00, P0700, P060A). The driver information system displays the message "gearbox malfunction: you can continue driving". There are two scenarios present.
• 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…
• 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, 2015Electrical system, Fuel 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…
• 10123630Nov 13, 2015Engine cooling. On certain Audi vehicles with 2.0L TFSI engine, the diaphragm of the crankcase pressure regulating valve may have been damaged. Inspect and, if necessary, install a repair kit for the crankcase pressure regulating valve.
• 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
• 10123631Nov 10, 2015Engine cooling. On certain Audi vehicles with 2.0L TFSI engine, the diaphragm of the crankcase pressure regulating valve may have been damaged. Inspect and, if necessary, install a repair kit for the crankcase pressure regulating valve.
• 10123669Nov 9, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 15-17 dated September 29, 2015. While using Audi connect, the customer cannot access the online destination search and/or the Google Earth navigation view. The following message appears in the MMI: ?This service is currently unavailable. Please try again later.? The customer may also see an error message in the myAudi portal indicating that one or multiple…
• 10123635Nov 9, 2015Equipment. This document contain information on the upcoming emissions service action 17F9 in regards to the crankcase pressure regulating valve.
• 10123718Oct 27, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 15-09 dated October 2, 2015. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.
• 10123716Oct 20, 2015Steering, Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-86 dated July 14, 2014. DO NOT use this TSB if there is another TSB for same concern applicable to the VIN. This TSB is only intended for diagnostic purposes and does not serve as a guideline for determining warrantable conditions. Customer may report that the steering wheel vibrates or pulsates when the brakes are applied. driving style, environmental…
• 10130222Oct 14, 2015Engine cooling. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 15-64 dated June 3, 2015. A metallic whistling or grinding sound is heard from the engine compartment when the vehicle is at idle speed. The sound usually only occurs when the engine is warm. The MIL is sporadically on. DTCs are stored in the ECM. A leak in the crankcase breather module (pressure regulating valve) can cause this condition.
• 10123714Oct 13, 2015Brakes. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 15-02 dated February 9, 2015. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. The customer may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. DO NOT use this TSB if there is another brake noise TSB applicable to the VIN. For additional information, refer to the Audi Brake systems brochure. Brake noise…
• 10123712Oct 5, 2015Suspension. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 14-56 dated December 8, 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…
• 10123717Oct 2, 2015Equipment. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 51 number 13-07 dated September 30, 2013. Instructions for vehicle inspection, protection removal, and detailing.

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