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Service bulletins for the 2013 Audi A8

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

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A961368 2029384-2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-64 dated June 20, 2013. The customer is able to program one or more of the Homelink buttons using their garage door remote, but after a few days or weeks, one or more of the programmed Homelink buttons no longer functions. The LED on the Homelink button that is no longer functioning now flashes slowly, indicating that no programming is stored. The customer's transmitter operates at 295Mhz. No DTCs are stored in any control units. At the workshop, the Homelink system can be programmed to the workshop garage door successfully. No trouble is found. The garage door opener control module, J530, was designed with an operational frequency range in which the 295Mhz frequency works correctly during the initial programming of the system. Over time, the transmitting frequency can drift out of range (especially in warmer climates), causing the system to lose its programming.
A961369 2034516-2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST. Road lane markings are not detected or the Audi lane assist system is inoperative after the lane assist camera control module, J852, has been calibrated, the windshield has been replaced, or the air suspension level sensors have been adapted. A DTC for incorrect calibration may be stored in the camera control module (address word 85). The camera control module has not been properly calibrated; there is no technical problem.
Dealer Letter -2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This communication is to inform you of upcoming Update 19J1. A quality package has been defined for Audi vehicles with a 4.0L TFSI engine manufactured within a specific period. Perform quality update(s) to vehicle as required, as per applicable criteria shown in ElsaWeb.
Dealer Letter -2017-12-05. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT. This communication is to inform you of upcoming Update 68E3. On certain Audi A6 and A8 vehicles equipped with an electric sun blind for the rear window (3Y2, 3Y5, 3Y8), the blind may stop functioning if it is fully extended several times in quick succession. Update software for the comfort system central control module.
PDI - 2013 A8 Ch2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the Audi delivery guidelines checklist. This document is in Spanish.
Update Bulletin2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY. On Audi A6 and A8 vehicles equipped with an electric sun blind for the rear window (3Y2, 3Y5, 3Y8), the blind may stop functioning if it is fully extended several times in quick succession. This Update is in effect until removed. Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 68E3 code in the ElsaWeb 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 Bulletin. Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale. On Audi A6 and A8 vehicles equipped with an electric sun blind for the rear window (3Y2, 3Y5, 3Y8), the blind may stop functioning if it is fully extended several times in quick succession.
Update Bulletin2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. On Audi A6 and A8 vehicles equipped with an electric sun blind for the rear window (3Y2, 3Y5, 3Y8), the blind may stop functioning if it is fully extended several times in quick succession. This Update is in effect until removed. Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 68E3 code in the ElsaWeb 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 Bulletin. Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale. On Audi A6 and A8 vehicles equipped with an electric sun blind for the rear window (3Y2, 3Y5, 3Y8), the blind may stop functioning if it is fully extended several times in quick succession.
A911392 2030947-2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-61 dated September 25, 2012. The customer complains that when he or she is trying to place a phone call from the vehicle while using a Bluetooth®-connected phone, the phone call disconnects before it begins and an error shows on the MMI display. The message may be "Function not supported" or "Network error". The customer is using a phone with the Android operating system. In addition, Skype®, or another network-based communication software, is installed on the phone. Call can be placed directly from the phone without a problem. When the phone gets the request to place a call from the vehicle, a prompt appears on the phone asking the user to choose how the call should be placed. If the prompt is ignored, the MMI system disconnects the call assuming the phone is not responding.
A911391 2031367-2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 12-64 dated October 25, 2012. CD or DVD disks do not automatically change from one to the next in the external CD or DVD changer.
A871343 2020124-2017-12-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 13-42 dated June 11, 2013. Air conditioning is inoperative. The HVAC blower functions normally. Battery discharged; however, when charged, there is no bus silence when vehicle ignition is off. The A/C pressure/temperature sensor, G395, leaks refrigerant. This causes sensor G395 to show an incorrect or implausible value when reading MVBs. An incorrect signal or a low refrigerant level in the system can cause the air conditioning compressor to deactivate. The LIN cable connecting the vehicle electrical system control module, J519, to sensor G395 is pinched or cut. This affects the A4/S4, A5/S5 Coupe and Cabriolet, and Audi Q5 vehicles. The A6 and A8 are not affected by this type of failure. The pressure sensor G395/G65 sends an incorrect signal that prevents bus silence and the battery is discharged. Sensor G395 is a LIN slave of the vehicle electrical system control module. The vehicle electrical system control module transfers the information provided by the sensor via the comfort data bus to the climate control module, J255.
A911376 2033032-2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Call quality using the hands-free function is poor. Additionally, voice-activated functions may be restricted. The driver sounds muffled. The voice of the driver is quiet. The driver's voice is accompanied by background interference. Voice activated commands are not recognized. Various malfunctions can result from the normal airflow out of center instrument panel vents that are directed upward at the microphones in the roof module, which can limit microphone sensitivity.
A571382 2017082-2017-11-17. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 11-55 dated August 22, 2011. Central locking via remote control does not work either sporadically or permanently. The locks can still be operated manually. Missing synchronization between the remote control key and vehicle because the battery has been disconnected or the battery of the remote control has been replaced. If other senders operate in the same frequency range (mobile phones, TV stations, wireless headphones, baby monitors, other vehicle remote controls, etc.), the remote control key may have been temporarily switched off because a clear identification of the remote control key is not possible. This is necessary to prevent an unintentional unlocking of the vehicle by other unrelated senders.
A551328 2031273-2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 55 number 12-26 dated October 23, 2012. The movement-activated rear lid opening (also known as "Hands-free trunk release") sporadically is inoperative. This feature is installed on all A8 vehicles with Audi advanced key (PR No. 4I3) from CW 45/2011 production.
Audi IQS Newslet2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. The topics for the Audi IQS Newsletters are chosen based on "Voice of the Customer" data and respond directly to top concerns of Audi owners. They are designed to help educate you and make an impact on customer satisfaction. Dealer Communications dealing with IQS topics are also distributed on occasion.
AS-13-022017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. As an expanding premium brand, Audi continues to acquire conquest customers from our competitors. In our continuing quest to improve customer satisfaction, we have identified the need to further explain certain vehicle features and technologies with which customers new to the brand may not be familiar. Audi is pleased to provide all dealerships with two in-car video DVD tutorials (one for MY2013 A6/A7 and one for MY2013 A8 models). The tutorials cover some of the most-asked-about vehicle technology and features. These video-accessible topics mirror what can be viewed on the Audi technology Web site: http://auditechnology.com.
A001348 2002047-2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 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
A911380 2032706-2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 13-73 dated January 25, 2013. Customer complains of a "popping" noise from the radio followed by 10-15 seconds of no audio. The concern can happen in any audio source. Vehicle is equipped with MMI 3G or MMI 3G+ infotainment systems. Vehicle is not equipped with Bose or Bang & Olufsen sound systems. An ignition cycle is not required for audio to resume.The problem originates in the HD radio code, which can create a "resetting" within the radio unit. Because the tuner is always active in the background, the problem can occur regardless of the audio source or if the HD radio is on or off. It can also occur at any point that the MMI is on, but not necessarily active. For example, the customer opens a door and the MMI starts up. Even though the system is not ?on? because the ignition is not active, the tuner is running and can create the effect.
AVT-13-052017-11-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. The current Audi Brand DVD V19.47 does not have any Guided Fault Finding function tests for the CPNA 3.0L TDI engine for the 2013 A8. Please refer to the following information for the workaround procedures until this concern is repaired on Brand DVD V19.48.
AVT-13-062017-11-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. VAS-PC Audi Brand DVD V19.48.00, (Technical Literature ordering number A48.5001.21.21) is being shipped to all Audi dealers. Hardware problems during the installation of new Brand DVDs are minimized if users regularly perform the Windows hard disc maintenance utility ?chkdsk?. If your device has never had hard disc maintenance performed via the Windows ?chkdsk? utility, please perform this maintenance prior to installation of this Brand update, and ensure that it be performed on a regular basis to ensure reliable software functions. Brand DVD V19.48.00 must only be installed on VAS-PC testers that were previously updated with Base V19.01.01. After installation of the Brand DVD, all stored Diagnosis Jobs are erased; therefore complete work beforehand if required. DO NOT install the Brand DVD V19.48.00 on VAS 5051A or 5052 testers.
Fluid Capacity C2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the vehicles' fluid capacity chart.
Fluid Capacity C2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the vehicles' fluid capacity chart.
Quick Reference2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the Audi A8/A8L/S8 quick reference specification book.
Email Mandatory2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the important email to all Audi dealership personnel in regards to the immediate madatory stop-sale order that is in effect to all vehicles from 20110-2015 that have a 2.0L TDI engine.
A871570 2041717-2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. 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 mandatory without exception.
Scheduled Maint2017-11-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. This document contains the scheduled maintenance intervals. The first scheduled service is due at 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 1 year after delivery, whichever occurs first. Thereafter, all remaining scheduled services are due every 10,000 miles or 1 year after previous service, whichever occurs first.

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