Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2013 RS 5 are official communications between Audi & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems.
All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-36 dated February 18, 2013. This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair Authorization on this topic. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 13-45 dated July 10, 2013. Customer may report hearing creaking or squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly (the noise can be duplicated while the vehicle is ... Read More »
Steering wheel lock does not work. Various warning lights are on. Steering feels stiffer than usual. The engine cannot be switched off. The ignition key cannot be removed. Read More »
AUDI: MULTIPLE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) ASSOCIATED WITH POOR INTERNAL CONTACT OF CIRCUIT BOARD (GEARBOX) WHERE OIL ADDITIVES CAN CAUSE PLASTIC CIRCUIT PLATES TO DELAMINATE AND CONTACT LOSS. MODEL 2010-2013 S4, S5, RS5, S6, S7. Read More »
Steering wheel lock does not work. Various warning lights are on. Steering feels stiffer than usual. The engine cannot be switched off. The ignition key cannot be removed. Read More »
Customer may report that a warning for electromechanical steering is displayed in the instrument cluster. There is no loss of steering control or functionality associated with these warnings. Issues with the hardware and software. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-36 dated February 18, 2013. This bulletin is not applicable if this vehicle has a Repair Authorization on this topic. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 15-00 dated January 23, 2015. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Read More »
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. Brake noise can be attributed to many causes. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-76 dated March 25, 2014. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-68 dated February 3, 2014. The customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-67 dated January 21, 2014. Customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-64 dated January 2, 2014. Customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Read More »
Customer may report hearing brake noise from front or rear brakes. Customers may describe these noises as a squeal, squeak, grinding, groaning, thumping, or creaking. Read More »
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who consciously or unconsciously drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. Read More »
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. Brake noise can be attributed to many causes. Read More »
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the MIL is on and the DTC P045600 is stored in the ECM. This document also applies to the 2015 A3 Cabriolet and the 2015 A4 Cabriolet. Read More »
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for troubleshooting and repairing the camshaft adjustment valve to correct a concern about the engine running irregularly. Read More »
This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor and details how to run a ODIS GFF test plan. Read More »
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS THE READER THAT THERE IS A PENDING SERVICE SOLUTION (PSS) FOR MIL ON WITH DTC P046100 IN VEHICLES WITH V8 ENGINES. Read More »
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS THE READER THAT THERE IS A PENDING SERVICE SOLUTION (PSS) FOR MIL ON WITH DTC P046100 IN VEHICLES WITH V8 ENGINES. Read More »
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN INFORMS THE READER THAT THERE IS A PENDING SERVICE SOLUTION (PSS) FOR MIL ON WITH DTC P046100 IN VEHICLES WITH V8 ENGINES. Read More »
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. Read More »
Rattling noises are heard from the timing chain drive for about 1-3 seconds after the first engine start of the day. The noises are caused by one of the upper chain tensioners. The noises do not lead to damage. Improved chain tensioner. Read More »
AUDI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. INFORMATION PROVIDED REGARDING WARRANTY EXTENSION ON CARBON BUILDUP REMOVAL, ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD SECONDARY AIR PORTS. MODELS 2009-2012. NO MODEL PROVIDED. Read More »
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the MIL is on and the DTC P045600 is stored in the ECM. Vehicles also include 2015 A3 Cabriolet and 2012 RS7, Read More »
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 4.0 liter engine has a MIL on, the engine may be limited to 4,000rpm, and there are DTCs about the intake manifold flap adjustment. Read More »
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 4.0 liter engine has a MIL on, the engine may be limited to 4,000rpm, and there are DTCs about the intake manifold flap adjustment. Read More »
This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor and details how to run a ODIS GFF test plan. Read More »
The red coolant light is illuminated, indicating that the coolant temperature is too high or that the coolant level is too low. The engine speed governing light is illuminated with the message ?Engine speed maximum XXXX rpm?. Read More »
A small amount of dry or crusted coolant is seen on the coolant pump housing (Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3). The coolant level warning is not on. Read More »
Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the oil level shows that the oil level is not okay. Read More »
Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the oil level shows that the oil level is not okay. Read More »
When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints. Read More »
When oil is drained through the drain plug, the oil might spill on components around the oil pan area. If it is not properly cleaned up, this spilled oil could drip after the procedure is complete, causing unnecessary customer complaints. Read More »
Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the oil level shows that the oil level is not okay. Read More »
Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the oil level shows that the oil level is not okay. Read More »
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
Although the correct amount of oil was added to the engine during an oil change service, a check of the oil level shows that the oil level is not okay. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when the MIL is on and the DTC P045600 is stored in the ECM. This document also applies to the 2015 A3 Cabriolet and the 2015 A4 Cabriolet. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
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. Read More »
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. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
ON CERTAIN AUDI VEHICLES WITH A 3.0L TFSI ENGINE MANUFACTURED DURING A SPECIFIC PERIOD, THE DIAGNOSTIC THRESHOLDS FOR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS WERE PROGRAMMED TOO TIGHTLY IN THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. Read More »
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
This bulletin contains repair instructions for when a 4.0 liter engine has a MIL on, the engine may be limited to 4,000rpm, and there are DTCs about the intake manifold flap adjustment. Read More »
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for determining which parts related to the fuel tank ventilation system should be replaced to solve an issue with fueling the vehicle or MIL on. Read More »
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for determining which parts related to the fuel tank ventilation system should be replaced to solve an issue with fueling the vehicle or MIL on. Read More »
A small amount of dry or crusted coolant is seen on the coolant pump housing (Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3). The coolant level warning is not on. Read More »
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONS FOR DETERMINING WHICH PARTS RELATED TO THE FUEL TANK VENTILATION SYSTEM SHOULD BE REPLACED TO SOLVE AN ISSUE WITH FUELING THE VEHICLE OR MIL ON. Read More »
This bulletin contains software update information for the transmission when a bump can be felt just after the vehicle is brought to a stop or when a rattle noise is heard at idle speed. Read More »
Rattling noises are heard from the timing chain drive for about 1-3 seconds after the first engine start of the day. The noises are caused by one of the upper chain tensioners. The noises do not lead to damage. Improved chain tensioner. Read More »
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. Read More »
Gearbox malfunction message in cluster. DTCs P17D800, P179D00, P174000, P174C, P174B, P174F, P179C, P174A, and/or P174E are stored in the transmission control module. Read More »
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
AUDI: WHEN VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING AT 4-10 MPH, (LOWER SPEEDS), WOULD HESITATE AND IS NOTICED AFTER DECELERATION OR BRAKING FROM HIGHER SPEEDS AND CONDITION LASTS APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND. MODEL 2013 RS5. Read More »
Elsa2Go campaign information is now 100% aligned with ElsaPro. This update to Elsa2Go ensures that both systems are displaying the same campaign information, including OPEN/CLOSED status, repair date as well as criterions at the same time ... Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-46 dated May 15, 2015. The MIL is on. DTC P045600 (EVAP System Leak Detected NVLD (very small leak)) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 15-87 dated May 18, 2015. When the vehicle is started, the GPS location or vehicle direction indicated on the MMI navigation map does not match the vehicle?s actual location or ... Read More »
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Read More »
Vibrations are felt at 1000 rpm and 3000 rpm. DTCs are stored in the subframe mount control module. The basic settings of the active engine mounts in the subframe mount control module, J931, are deactivated when work is done on either of ... Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 14-49 dated April 25, 2014. Air conditioning is inoperative. The HVAC blower functions normally. Read More »
This bulletin contains software update information for the transmission when a bump can be felt just after the vehicle is brought to a stop or when a rattle noise is heard at idle speed. Read More »
ON CERTAIN AUDI VEHICLES WITH A 3.0L TFSI ENGINE MANUFACTURED DURING A SPECIFIC PERIOD, THE DIAGNOSTIC THRESHOLDS FOR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS WERE PROGRAMMED TOO TIGHTLY IN THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-52 dated October 28, 2015. The MIL is on. DTC P045600 (EVAP System Leak Detected NVLD (very small leak)) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 15-48 dated October 15, 2015. The MIL is on. DTC P045600 (EVAP System Leak Detected NVLD (very small leak)) is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01). Read More »
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 64 number 12-22 dated July 5, 2012. After one or both of the front door control units (J386/J387) is replaced, one or both of the rear door control units (J3888/J389) cannot be coded or ... Read More »
AUDI: WHEN VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING AT 4-10 MPH, (LOWER SPEEDS), WOULD HESITATE AND IS NOTICED AFTER DECELERATION OR BRAKING FROM HIGHER SPEEDS AND CONDITION LASTS APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND. MODEL 2013 RS5. Read More »
AUDI: WHILE DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, SLOW MOVING TRAFFIC, OR DRIVING FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME WITH NO TRAFFIC, SOME VEHICLES' SIDE ASSIST MAY DEACTIVATE OR BECOME SPORADICALLY INOPERATIVE. Read More »
Customer may report that a warning for electromechanical steering is displayed in the instrument cluster. There is no loss of steering control or functionality associated with these warnings. Issues with the hardware and software. Read More »
AUDI: FALSE WARNINGS REGARDING AUDI SIDE ASSIST AND SITUATION MAY BE CAUSED BY INCORRECT HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE FROM SUPPLIER. MODEL 2013 A4, A5. *PE UPDATED 07/10/2013 *JS Read More »
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 ... Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 13-26 dated October 21, 2013. After the airbag control module (J234) has been replaced, the control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 13-26 dated October 21, 2013. After the airbag control module (J234) has been replaced, the control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual. Read More »
Cruise control deactivates sporadically or cannot be activated. A new set speed cannot be saved. "Set" button on cruise control stalk does not work. DTCs are present in the vehicle. Incorrect tolerances of cruise control "Set" button. Read More »
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN NOTIFIES THE READER THAT IF THE TPMS MESSAGE APPEARS BRIEFLY AFTER THE ENGINE IS STARTED AND THEN DISAPPEARS, IT DOES NOT INDICATE AN ISSUE WITH THE TPMS SYSTEM. Read More »
This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. Read More »
This bulletin contains technical information regarding when the parking aid sporadically warns of obstacles that don't exist or it is inoperative/constant warning. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-50 dated February 6, 2013. The customer complains of the following warning message in the Driver Information Center: "Lane change assistant not available", and the button on the ... Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-50 dated February 6, 2013. The customer complains of the following warning message in the Driver Information Center: "Lane change assistant not available", and the button on the ... Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-49 dated February 1, 2013. Audi Side Assist deactivates itself immediately after the engine starts. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 12-46 dated December 21, 2012. The customer complains of the following warning message in the Driver Information Center: "Lane change assistant not available", and the button on the ... Read More »
The customer complains of one or more of the following issues: ? 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 ... Read More »
This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part numbers going forward. Read More »
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 ... Read More »
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Read More »
The programmed values for the misfire adaption are not automatically reset when the memory is deleted. The adaption must be reset after the engine is installed. Read More »
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Read More »
This Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) details the general process for carrying out a Software Version Management (SVM) software update for any TSB or Update. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 13-49 dated February 1, 2013. Audi Side Assist deactivates itself immediately after the engine starts. Read More »
THIS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN PROVIDES TROUBLESHOOTING ADVICE FOR DETERMINING WHY THE GPS LOCATION DOES NOT MATCH THE VEHICLE'S ACTUAL LOCATION. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 15-10 dated August 25, 2015. When the vehicle is started, the GPS location or vehicle direction indicated on the MMI navigation map does not match the vehicle?s actual location or ... Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 15-90 dated June 5, 2015. When the vehicle is started, the GPS location or vehicle direction indicated on the MMI navigation map does not match the vehicle?s actual location or ... Read More »
When the vehicle is started, the GPS location or vehicle direction indicated on the MMI navigation map does not match the vehicle's actual location or direction of travel for a long period of time (often as long as 10 minutes). Read More »
High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis. Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Read More »
This technical service bulletin provides instructions for diagnosing an issue with the mechatronics control unit circuit board and instructions for replacing it. Read More »
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. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 14-85 dated July 14, 2014. A TAC ticket must be opened for any repairs related to the ceramic brakes. Read More »
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. Read More »
This bulletin applies to any repair that requires replacement of the air conditioning compressor and details how to run a ODIS GFF test plan. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 14-49 dated April 25, 2014. Air conditioning is inoperative. The HVAC blower functions normally. Read More »
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 87 number 13-44 dated August 26, 2013. Air conditioning is inoperative. The HVAC blower functions normally. Read More »
