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Crash Test Data for 1997 Audi
| Audi Vehicle | Front Star Rating | Side Star Rating | Rollover Resistance Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | Passenger | Front Seat | Rear Seat | ||
| 1997 A4 |  |  | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
| 1997 A6 | | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
Service Bulletins for 1997 Audi
| 1997 AUDI 100 | |
|---|---|
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: A171782 2010043- | |
| This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. | |
| Bulletin Number: A441662 2010334- | |
| This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. | |
| Bulletin Number: A941791 2012749- | |
| This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-17-05 | |
| Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-01-15-29 | |
| AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL | |
| Bulletin Number: SM 44-2017 EN | |
| This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-13-46 | |
| AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE | |
| 1997 AUDI 90 | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: A171782 2010043- | |
| This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. | |
| Bulletin Number: A441662 2010334- | |
| This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. | |
| Bulletin Number: A941791 2012749- | |
| This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-17-05 | |
| Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-01-15-29 | |
| AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL | |
| Bulletin Number: SM 44-2017 EN | |
| This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-13-46 | |
| AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE | |
| 1997 AUDI A3 | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: A171782 2010043- | |
| This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. | |
| Bulletin Number: A441662 2010334- | |
| This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. | |
| Bulletin Number: A941791 2012749- | |
| This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-13-05 | |
| VWGoA is pleased to inform you of the release and automatic delivery of new Required Special Tools used on Audi vehicles. Starting March 25, 2013, every Audi dealer will be shipped one AT-348 Special Tool Package, Freight F.O.B. Snap-On OEM | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-15-18 | |
| This circular contains important information regarding A3 e-tron tooling. Information will be covered in the subsequent sections depending on the dealership's current status. | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-17-05 | |
| Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-01-15-29 | |
| AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL | |
| Bulletin Number: SM 44-2017 EN | |
| This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-13-46 | |
| AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE | |
| 1997 AUDI A4 | |
| Bulletin Number: 0401 | |
| ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS, OIL CAPACITY, OIL FILTER. *TT THIS BULLETIN REPLACES BULLETIN 04-01 DATED JAN. 12, 2004. 2004 CABRIOLET, AUDI INCLUDED. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0401 | |
| THROTTLE VALVE CONTROL MODULE - J338-, WILL NOT ADAPT. *MJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 0402 | |
| ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS, OIL CAPACITY, OIL FILTER. TO INCLUDE AUDI 24 2006. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0403 | |
| LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT IS ON. AUDI CABRIOLET 2004 INCLUDED. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0403 | |
| VALVE COVER GASKET, INSTALLING SEALANT AT CRITICAL POINTS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0420 | |
| OIL SLUDGE - WARRANTY EXTENSION. SERVICE CIRCULAR - WARRANTY. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0420 | |
| WARRANTY EXTENSION COVERING CERTAIN OIL SLUDGE RELATED REPAIRS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 042804 | |
| SERVICE ACTION TO INSPECT LOWER CONTROL ARM SEALS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0431 | |
| REPAIRS OF OIL SLUDGE RELATED PROBLEMS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0514 | |
| WARRANTY EXTENSION 1997-1999 MODEL YEAR. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0521 | |
| THE WARRANTY IS EXTENDED FOR SUBJECT VEHICLES TO 168,000 KM (105,000 MILES), REGARDLESS OF TIME IN SERVICE, FOR ENGINE DAMAGE RESULTING FROM A BROKEN TIMING BELT. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0604 | |
| OIL SLUDGE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 092603 | |
| ZF VH RECALL OF THE ZF STEERING PUMP, SUPPLIED TO WD'S FOR REPLACEMENT OF THE AUDI A4 PASSAT P/N 8D0 145 156FX INSTEAD OF THE CORRECT ZF P/N 7691 955 276ZW. 2004 AUDI A4 ALSO INCLUDED. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 11 | |
| THIS TECHNICAL REPAIR MANUAL CONTAINS THE ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS, TROUBLESHOOTING AND COMPLENT LOCATIONS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 11242004 | |
| SERVICE ACTION JE CAMPAIGN-CHECK/REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. AUDI HAS FOUND THAT IN RARE CASES, ONE OR BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES CAN EXHIBIT WEAR, EVEN THOUGH THE DAMAGE TO THE RUBBER BO | |
| Bulletin Number: 17 08 03 | |
| ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW - ENGINE FLUSH. *NJ UPDATED 4/30/08. *NJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 2012749-2 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: 2012833 | |
| ENGINE OIL PRESSURE TOO LOW - ENGINE FLUSH. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 2013_06_ATU Audi | |
| This document contains information on the Audi side assist update. | |
| Bulletin Number: 400101 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING NOISY FRONT SUSPENSION. *JG | |
| Bulletin Number: 9707299708D | |
| VEHICLES WILL BE SHIPPED WITH A PAINT PROTECTION PRODUCT CALLED RAPGARD. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801 | |
| TURBOCHARGER, FAILURE DUE TO LACK OF LUBRICATION. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801B | |
| TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR OIL DRAIN PLUG. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 980298 | |
| EXPERIENCING KNOCKING/CREAKING NOISES FROM REAR AXLE. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9803 | |
| PROCEDURES ON INSTALLING TRANSMISSION SOUND DEADENING SHIELDS *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 9804 | |
| VEHICLE EXHIBITING A WHINING / WHIRRING TYPE NOISE AT CERTAIN MPH RANGES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 9807 | |
| SUBJECT ON CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM, FUNCTION OPTIONS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: A001348 2002047- | |
| 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 | |
| Bulletin Number: A001467 2002047- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC). | |
| Bulletin Number: A011507 2028344- | |
| 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 misfiri | |
| Bulletin Number: A171557 2010043- | |
| 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). | |
| Bulletin Number: A171782 2010043- | |
| This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. | |
| Bulletin Number: A191335 2025303- | |
| 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 serv | |
| Bulletin Number: A191341 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191450 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A1915612025303-5 | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191562 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service a | |
| Bulletin Number: A441346 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no | |
| Bulletin Number: A441455 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. | |
| Bulletin Number: A441662 2010334- | |
| This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. | |
| Bulletin Number: A451510 2042048- | |
| Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. ABS and/or brake | |
| Bulletin Number: A901341 2010353- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once | |
| Bulletin Number: A941292 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake | |
| Bulletin Number: A941565 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l | |
| Bulletin Number: A941791 2012749- | |
| This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l | |
| Bulletin Number: Accessories Oper | |
| This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin. | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-17-05 | |
| Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified | |
| Bulletin Number: AWC 19-04 | |
| This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7 | |
| Bulletin Number: AWC 19-05 | |
| This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries. | |
| Bulletin Number: JE | |
| CHECK/REPLACE REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. *TC | |
| Bulletin Number: JK | |
| CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN JK TO INSPECT THE TIMING BELT ON VEHICLES WITH INTERNAL ENGINE DAMAGE RESULTING FROM A BROKEN TIMING BELT. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-01-15-29 | |
| AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL | |
| Bulletin Number: SM 44-2017 EN | |
| This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-13-46 | |
| AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-45-08-04 | |
| AUDI: ABS ACTIVATES DURING LIGHT BRAKE APPLICATION . CONTROL NOISES ARE HEARD FROM THE ABS UNIT AT LOW SPEED WITHOUT BRAKE APPLICATION. *PE | |
| 1997 AUDI A6 | |
| Bulletin Number: 01/9701 | |
| ABS LIGHT (K47) ON DUE TO BATTERY JUMPING/CHARGING. *TW | |
| Bulletin Number: 042804 | |
| SERVICE ACTION TO INSPECT LOWER CONTROL ARM SEALS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0715 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. *NJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 2012749-2 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: 2013_06_ATU Audi | |
| This document contains information on the Audi side assist update. | |
| Bulletin Number: A001348 2002047- | |
| 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 | |
| Bulletin Number: A001467 2002047- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC). | |
| Bulletin Number: A011507 2028344- | |
| 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 misfiri | |
| Bulletin Number: A171557 2010043- | |
| 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). | |
| Bulletin Number: A171782 2010043- | |
| This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. | |
| Bulletin Number: A191335 2025303- | |
| 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 serv | |
| Bulletin Number: A191341 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191450 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A1915612025303-5 | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191562 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service a | |
| Bulletin Number: A441346 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no | |
| Bulletin Number: A441455 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. | |
| Bulletin Number: A441662 2010334- | |
| This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. | |
| Bulletin Number: A451510 2042048- | |
| Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. ABS and/or brake | |
| Bulletin Number: A901341 2010353- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once | |
| Bulletin Number: A941292 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake | |
| Bulletin Number: A941565 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l | |
| Bulletin Number: A941791 2012749- | |
| This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l | |
| Bulletin Number: Accessories Oper | |
| This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin. | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-17-05 | |
| Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified | |
| Bulletin Number: AWC 19-04 | |
| This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7 | |
| Bulletin Number: AWC 19-05 | |
| This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries. | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-01-15-29 | |
| AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL | |
| Bulletin Number: SM 44-2017 EN | |
| This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-13-46 | |
| AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-94-07-15 | |
| AUDIO: EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. CONDENSATION IS VISIBLE ON THE INSIDE OF HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, FOG LIGHTS, SIDE MARKER LIGHTS, FRONT TURN SIGNAL OR THIRD BRAKE LIGHT LENS. DAMP AIR SETTLES ON THE INSIDE OF A COLD LENS, | |
| 1997 AUDI A8 | |
| Bulletin Number: 0001 | |
| INFORMATION ON REPLACING DAMAGE FASTENERS WHEN A CONDITION EXIST WHERE THE REAR LICENSE PLATE FASTENERS MAY BE BROKEN, LOOSE OR FALLEN BEHIND THE LICENSE PLATE HOLDER / LENS ASSEMBLY. | |
| Bulletin Number: 042804 | |
| SERVICE ACTION TO INSPECT LOWER CONTROL ARM SEALS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0715 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. *NJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 11242004 | |
| SERVICE ACTION JE CAMPAIGN-CHECK/REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. AUDI HAS FOUND THAT IN RARE CASES, ONE OR BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES CAN EXHIBIT WEAR, EVEN THOUGH THE DAMAGE TO THE RUBBER BO | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 2012749-2 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: 2013_06_ATU Audi | |
| This document contains information on the Audi side assist update. | |
| Bulletin Number: 9704159701D | |
| CONDITIONS WITH REAR DOOR SUNSHADE PULL TAB. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9705159705X | |
| SUBJECT ON PNEUMATIC RIVETING GUN 2002 FOR BODY REPAIR. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9705169707D | |
| SUBJECT ON THREADED POP RIVETS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9705299706B | |
| INFORMATION ON VEHICLES BODY REPAIR MATERIAL. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9706189703F | |
| CONDITIONS WITH REAR WINDOW SUNSHADE. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9707299703D | |
| INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF FRONT FLOOR MATS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9708199710A | |
| THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY HAS ESTABLISHED A TOLL-FREE OE SERVICE LINE TO ASSIST THE DEALER NETWORK REGARDING ANY GOODYEAR TIRE CONCERNS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9708209701A | |
| CONCERNS WITH CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER, SOUND OUTPUT LOW OR DISTORTED, TAPES MAY BE DESTROYED. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9711219708T | |
| INFORMATION ON REPLACING THE REAR WINDOW SUNSHADE/MOTOR. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 980169 | |
| INFORMATION ON REPLACING AIRBAG COMPONENTS AFTER AN ACCIDENT. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801A | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING CRANKSHAFT CENTER BOLT AND CAMSHAFT SPROCKER BOLT, CORRECTIONS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801C | |
| VEHICLE EXHIBITS DELAYED 1-2 SHIFT UNDER PART LOAD AFTER A COLD START. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801D | |
| INFORMATION ON FRONT AXLE COMPONENTS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801E | |
| INFORMATION ON REAR AXLE COMPONENTS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801F | |
| SUBJECT ON WHEELS AND TIRES. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801G | |
| SUBJECT ON ABS FRONT AXLE COMPONENTS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801H | |
| SUBJECT ON POWER STEERING. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9801O | |
| SUBJECT ON DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES 00591 & 00592L. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9802 | |
| CLUNKING OR RATTLING NOISE FROM ONE OR BOTH SIDES OF FRONT SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROADS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9802 | |
| CONDITIONS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, DELAYED DOWNSHIFT ON VEHICLES WITH 4.2L AND 01L TRANSMISSION ON VEHICLES WITH 4.2L AND 01L TRANSMISSION ON VEHICLES WITH 4.2L AND 01L TRANSMISSION. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9803 | |
| CONDITION WITH INSUFFICIENT VEHICLE GROUND AT GROUND LOCATION 43. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9803K | |
| CUSTOMER REQUESTS DEACTIVATION OR REACTIVATION OF REAR SIDE AIRBAGS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9809 | |
| SUBJECT ON CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM, FUNCTION OPTIONS. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 9903 | |
| INFORMATION ON DEACTIVATING / ACTIVATING THE REAR SIDE AIRBAGS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: A001348 2002047- | |
| 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 | |
| Bulletin Number: A001467 2002047- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC). | |
| Bulletin Number: A011507 2028344- | |
| 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 misfiri | |
| Bulletin Number: A171557 2010043- | |
| 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). | |
| Bulletin Number: A171782 2010043- | |
| This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. | |
| Bulletin Number: A191335 2025303- | |
| 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 serv | |
| Bulletin Number: A191341 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191450 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A1915612025303-5 | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191562 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service a | |
| Bulletin Number: A441346 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no | |
| Bulletin Number: A441455 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. | |
| Bulletin Number: A441662 2010334- | |
| This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. | |
| Bulletin Number: A451510 2042048- | |
| Vehicle will not communicate with diagnostic scan tool or emissions test equipment. Customers may have issues with vehicle passing state IM emissions test programs because the scan tool cannot communicate with the vehicle. ABS and/or brake | |
| Bulletin Number: A901341 2010353- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once | |
| Bulletin Number: A941292 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake | |
| Bulletin Number: A941565 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l | |
| Bulletin Number: A941791 2012749- | |
| This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l | |
| Bulletin Number: Accessories Oper | |
| This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin. | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-17-05 | |
| Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified | |
| Bulletin Number: AWC 19-04 | |
| This communication is issued to remind dealers of the repair validation process for repair group 19. 2005-2019 A3, 1996-2019 A4, 2008-2019 A5, 1992-2019 A6, 2012-2019 A7, 1997-2019 A8, 2019 E-Tron, 2015-2019 Q3, 2010-2019 Q5, 2007-2019 Q7 | |
| Bulletin Number: AWC 19-05 | |
| This communication is issued to inform dealers of updated shipping regulations related to lithium ion batteries. | |
| Bulletin Number: JE | |
| CHECK/REPLACE REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. *TC | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-01-15-29 | |
| AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL | |
| Bulletin Number: SM 44-2017 EN | |
| This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-13-46 | |
| AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-94-07-15 | |
| AUDIO: EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOISTURE ACCUMULATION. CONDENSATION IS VISIBLE ON THE INSIDE OF HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, FOG LIGHTS, SIDE MARKER LIGHTS, FRONT TURN SIGNAL OR THIRD BRAKE LIGHT LENS. DAMP AIR SETTLES ON THE INSIDE OF A COLD LENS, | |
| 1997 AUDI AUDI | |
| Bulletin Number: 010101 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING VAG 1687 DIAGNOSTIC TOOL, CHECKING INTAKE SYSTEM FOR LEAKS. *JG | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| 1997 AUDI CABRIOLET | |
| Bulletin Number: 0431 | |
| REPAIRS OF OIL SLUDGE RELATED PROBLEMS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0604 | |
| OIL SLUDGE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: 2012749-2 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTS, MOSITURE ACCUMULATION. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: 9711039701X | |
| CONDITION WITH VEHICLES CONVERTIBLE TOP OPERATION IS SLOW OR INOPERATIVE. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| 1997 AUDI QUATTRO | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| 1997 AUDI S6 | |
| Bulletin Number: 20056243 | |
| HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER. *KB | |
| Bulletin Number: A001348 2002047- | |
| 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 | |
| Bulletin Number: A001467 2002047- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014. Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC). | |
| Bulletin Number: A011507 2028344- | |
| 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 misfiri | |
| Bulletin Number: A171557 2010043- | |
| 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). | |
| Bulletin Number: A171782 2010043- | |
| This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil change. | |
| Bulletin Number: A191335 2025303- | |
| 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 serv | |
| Bulletin Number: A191341 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191450 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A1915612025303-5 | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service | |
| Bulletin Number: A191562 2025303- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015. Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service a | |
| Bulletin Number: A441346 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should no | |
| Bulletin Number: A441455 2010334- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013. Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. | |
| Bulletin Number: A441662 2010334- | |
| This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt. | |
| Bulletin Number: A901341 2010353- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010. Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once | |
| Bulletin Number: A941292 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake | |
| Bulletin Number: A941565 2012749- | |
| Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012. Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake l | |
| Bulletin Number: A941791 2012749- | |
| This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light l | |
| Bulletin Number: Accessories Oper | |
| This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees. This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin. | |
| Bulletin Number: ATE-17-05 | |
| Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified | |
| Bulletin Number: SB-01-15-29 | |
| AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL AL | |
| Bulletin Number: SM 44-2017 EN | |
| This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-08-14 | |
| AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT. TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-44-13-46 | |
| AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODE | |
Recalls for 1997 Audi
| 1997 AUDI 90 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1994 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 39300 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL. Consequence:ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG. | |
| 1997 AUDI A4 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/01/1995 - 08/31/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 28594 |
Defect Description:ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, AS A RESULT OF A PROBLEM IN THE PRODUCTION PROCESS OF THE IGNITION SWITCH, THE ANCHOR POINT OF THE SPRING MAY CRACK. THIS COULD POTENTIALLY CAUSE THE RETURN SPRING FORCE TO BE INSUFFICIENT FOR RETURNING THE IGNITION KEY TO THE RUNNING POSITION AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE. Consequence:THIS CONDITION CAUSES ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES SUCH AS WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW IGNITION SWITCH WITH AN OPTIMIZED ANCHOR POINT FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. NOTE: THIS RECALL SUPERSEDES THE REMEDY PROGRAM UNDER A PREVIOUS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 00V317). | |
| 1997 AUDI A4 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/01/1997 - 02/28/1999 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 88121 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A CONTROL VALVE IN THE VACUUM HOSE CONNECTING THE BRAKE BOOSTER TO THE INTAKE MANIFOLD MAY NOT OPEN OR CLOSE FULLY AT TEMPERATURES BELOW -4 F UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITIONS. Consequence:THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE INSUFFICIENT VACUUM TO BE PROVIDED TO THE BRAKE BOOSTER. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A VACUUM BY-PASS SYSTEM INTO VEHICLES OPERATED IN THESE STATES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT VACUUM FOR FULL BRAKE ASSIST UNDER ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS. | |
| 1997 AUDI A4 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SEAT BELTS:REAR |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 02/26/1997 - 02/28/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 12 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTORS MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY WHEN ENGAGED, OR NOT REMAIN LOCKED AFTER BEING ENGAGED. Consequence:IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AN IMPROPERLY LOCKING SEAT BELT COULD CAUSE INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY. | |
| 1997 AUDI A4 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/01/1995 - 08/31/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 27900 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE PLASTIC IGNITION SWITCH HOUSING CAN FRACTURE AT THE RETURN SPRING ANCHOR POINT. FRACTURE OF THE HOUSING COULD CAUSE THE RETURN SPRING FORCE TO BE INSUFFICIENT FOR RETURNING THE IGNITION KEY TO THE RUNNING POSITION AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE. Consequence:THIS CONDITION CAUSES ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES SUCH AS WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND HEADLIGHTS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. | |
| 1997 AUDI A4 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1994 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 39300 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL. Consequence:ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG. | |
| 1997 AUDI A6 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1994 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 39300 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL. Consequence:ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG. | |
| 1997 AUDI A6 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SEAT BELTS:REAR |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 02/26/1997 - 02/28/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 12 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTORS MAY NOT LOCK PROPERLY WHEN ENGAGED, OR NOT REMAIN LOCKED AFTER BEING ENGAGED. Consequence:IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, AN IMPROPERLY LOCKING SEAT BELT COULD CAUSE INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE REAR SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY. | |
| 1997 AUDI A8 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/19/1995 - 08/14/2002 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 13900 |
Defect Description:VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING 13,900 MY 1996-2003 AUDI A8 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. THE LOCKING CABLE MAY MOVE OUT OF POSITION OVER TIME. WITH THE LOCKING CABLE OUT OF POSITION, THE SHIFTER CAN BE MOVED OUT OF THE "PARK" POSITION EVEN IF THE IGNITION KEY IS NOT IN THE IGNITION LOCK. Consequence:THIS COULD ALLOW THE VEHICLE TO ROLL, CAUSING A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING. Action:DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION LOCKING CABLE BY INSTALLING AN ADJUSTING PIECE THAT WILL SECURE THE LOCKING CABLE IN PLACE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834. | |
| 1997 AUDI A8 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1994 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 39300 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL. Consequence:ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG. | |
| 1997 AUDI CABRIOLET | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL |
| Manufacturer: | VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA,INC |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1994 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 39300 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DISCHARGE OF STATIC ELECTRICITY UNDER LOW HUMIDITY CONDITIONS CAN ACTIVATE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERS OR EXITS THE VEHICLE AND FORMS AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT BY TOUCHING CERTAIN AREAS OF THE STEERING WHEEL. Consequence:ACTIVATION OF THE AIR BAG UNDER THESE CONDITIONS CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A GROUND WIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG. | |
