Technical Service Bulletins

• A/C Compressor
  • A/C System Retrofitting R-12 To R-134A (GROUP 87, NO. 95-03)
  • Pop/Click Noise In Speakers - Ac Clutch Relay/Diode (GROUP 87, NO. 92-02)
  • FREON Charging/Discharging Equipment Requirements (GROUP 87, NO. 91-01)
• Accessory Drive Belts
  • Generator V-Belt Replacement-Special Tool Available (GROUP 27, NO. 93-01)
• Air Bag, SRS
  • Airbag Or Pyrotechnic Safety Belt Deployment, Inquiries (GROUP 69, NO. 97-03)
  • Airbag, Replacement Interval Change (GROUP 69, NO. 08-04)
  • Deployed Airbag, Repair Warning! (GROUP 69, NO. 02-01)
  • Disposal Of Active Airbag Unit (GROUP 68, NO. 90-04)
• Anti-Lock Brakes
  • Abs - Checking Function With VAG 1710 (GROUP 45, NO. 93-01)
  • Abs Wheel Speed Sensor Testing (GROUP 45, NO. 91-01)
• Anti-Theft Systems
  • Central Locking System Bi-Pressure Pump Replacement (GROUP 57, NO. 94-07)
  • Sunroof Wind Deflector - Corrosion On Spring & Hinge (GROUP 60, NO. 91-04)
  • Central Door Locking With Alarm - Troubleshooting (GROUP 57, NO. 91-03)
• Automatic Trans
  • New Lifetime Coolant For All Aluminum Engines (GROUP 19, NO. 96-01)
  • Trans. Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 34, NO. 96-01)
  • Trans. Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 39, NO. 96-02)
  • Electrical Contact Enhancer (STABILANT 22A) (GROUP 97, NO. 95-02)
  • Automatic Transmission Identification (GROUP 37, NO. 95-01)
  • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 00299 - Checking (GROUP 01, NO. 94-03)
  • Oil Cooler - ATF Lines Cleaning (GROUP 37, NO. 94-05)
  • Recommended Final Drive Oil Change (4-Speed A/T) (A93-01)
  • Oxygen Sensor Contamination Due To Silicone (GROUP 26, NO. 93-01)
  • A/T Final Drive Synthetic Oil Requirement (GROUP 37, NO. 93-02)
  • Engine Stalling And/Or Transmission Leaking (GROUP 37, NO. 93-01)
  • 4-Speed A/T Differential Oil Level Information (A93-10)
  • Automatic Transmission 018 Changes/Additions (GROUP 37, NO. 92-11)
  • 018 Automatic Transmission Electronic Control Unit (GROUP 37, NO. 91-10)
  • 018 Automatic Transmission - Speed Sensor (GROUP 37, NO. 91-06)
  • Automatic Trans. Identification Label Relocated (GROUP 37, NO. 91-04)
• Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
  • Electronic ECT Thermal Switch (F76) - Redesigned (GROUP 19, NO. 94-01)
  • Heated Oxygen Sensor Contact Cleaner Precaution (GROUP 24, NO. 94-02)
  • Oxygen Sensor Contamination Due To Silicone (GROUP 26, NO. 93-01)
  • Rotten Egg Odor At Exhaust - Sulfur In Fuel (GROUP 24, NO. 92-04)
  • Catalytic Converter Housing Corrosion (GROUP 26, NO. 91-08)
  • Electronic Control Units - Precautions (GROUP 28, NO. 91-03)
  • Vehicle Loses Power - Codes 2141, 2142, 2143 Stored (GROUP 28, NO. 90-03)
• Brakes Control Systems
  • Abs - Checking Function With VAG 1710 (GROUP 45, NO. 93-01)
  • Abs Wheel Speed Sensor Testing (GROUP 45, NO. 91-01)
• Charging Systems
  • Generator V-Belt Replacement-Special Tool Available (GROUP 27, NO. 93-01)
• Clutch
  • Trans. Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 34, NO. 96-01)
• Communication Devices
  • Telephone Assembly Repairing/Troubleshooting (GROUP 91, NO. 94-02)
  • Don't Use Brake Dust Covers-Insufficient Ventilation (GROUP 46, NO. 91-04)
  • Hands-Free Microphone Location (GROUP 91, NO. 91-03)
  • Cellular Telephone - Eliminating Feedback (GROUP 91, NO. 90-03)
• Cooling System (Mechanical)
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 13, NO. 96-02)
  • New Lifetime Coolant For All Aluminum Engines (GROUP 19, NO. 96-01)
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 15, NO. 96-01)
  • Electronic ECT Thermal Switch (F76) - Redesigned (GROUP 19, NO. 94-01)
  • Coolant Circulation Pump Leakage Troubleshooting (GROUP 19, NO. 93-03)
  • Viscous Cooling Fan Removing/Installing (GROUP 19, NO. 93-01)
  • Antifreeze Testers - Accuracy Information (GROUP 19, NO. 91-02)
• Differentials & Drive Axles
  • New Lifetime Coolant For All Aluminum Engines (GROUP 19, NO. 96-01)
  • Electrical Contact Enhancer (STABILANT 22A) (GROUP 97, NO. 95-02)
  • Driveshaft/Rear Final Drive Flange Balancing (GROUP 39, NO. 94-01)
  • Oxygen Sensor Contamination Due To Silicone (GROUP 26, NO. 93-01)
• Engine Control Systems
  • Portable Gasoline Containers Filling (GROUP 20, NO. 95-02)
  • Electronic ECT Thermal Switch (F76) - Redesigned (GROUP 19, NO. 94-01)
  • Heated Oxygen Sensor Contact Cleaner Precaution (GROUP 24, NO. 94-02)
  • Oxygen Sensor Contamination Due To Silicone (GROUP 26, NO. 93-01)
  • Engine Performance Problems & Possible Causes (GROUP 24, NO. 93-01)
  • Electronic Control Units - Precautions (GROUP 28, NO. 91-03)
  • Vehicle Loses Power - Codes 2141, 2142, 2143 Stored (GROUP 28, NO. 90-03)
• Entertainment Systems
  • GEKO, Radio Code Retrieval Using Vas 5051 (GROUP 91, NO. 08-168)
  • Use Od Novelty Discs In Compact Disc Player (GROUP 91, NO. 98-03)
  • Pop/Click Noise In Speakers - Ac Clutch Relay/Diode (GROUP 87, NO. 92-02)
  • Cd Changer - Troubleshooting (GROUP 91, NO. 91-08)
  • Door Panel Speaker Grille Replacing (GROUP 91, NO. 91-04)
• Exhaust
  • Rotten Egg Odor At Exhaust - Sulfur In Fuel (GROUP 24, NO. 92-04)
  • Catalytic Converter Housing Corrosion (GROUP 26, NO. 91-08)
  • Exhaust System - Brownish Appearance (GROUP 26, NO. 91-02)
  • Exhaust System - Noise Underneath Vehicle (GROUP 26, NO. 91-03)
• Exterior Body Panels
  • Front Hood Bent Above Plenum Chamber Cross Member (GROUP 55, NO. 91-02)
• Exterior Lights
  • Headlights, Aiming Using HELLA Universal BEAMSETTER IV (GROUP 94, NO. 98-01)
  • Instrument Panel Bulb Replacement (GROUP 96, NO. 91-03)
• Frames, Subframes & Crossmembers
  • Underbody Plugs, Eliminating Wind Noise (GROUP 50, NO. 01-01)
• Front Suspension
  • Brake Pedal Pulsation/Steering Wheel Shimmy Checking (GROUP 46, NO. 98-01)
  • Replacing Bonded Rubber Bushings In Rear Control Arm (GROUP 42, NO. 93-02)
• Fuel System
  • Portable Gasoline Containers Filling (GROUP 20, NO. 95-02)
• Fuses & Circuit Breakers
  • Wiring Harness Repairing (GROUP 97, NO. 98-02)
  • Fuel Pump Replacing - Parts List/Fuse Update (GROUP 20, NO. 95-01)
  • Climate Control Inoperative - Fuse 17 Blows (GROUP 97, NO. 93-01)
  • Pop/Click Noise In Speakers - Ac Clutch Relay/Diode (GROUP 87, NO. 92-02)
• Gauges & Instrument Panels
  • Speedometer Replacement: Compliance With Regulations (GROUP 90, NO. 95-03)
  • Electronic ECT Thermal Switch (F76) - Redesigned (GROUP 19, NO. 94-01)
  • Instrument Panel Bulb Replacement (GROUP 96, NO. 91-03)
  • Speedometer Replacements Disclosure Label Info (GROUP 00, NO. 91-03)
• General Servicing
  • FREON Charging/Discharging Equipment Requirements (GROUP 87, NO. 91-01)
• Headlights
  • Headlights, Aiming Using HELLA Universal BEAMSETTER IV (GROUP 94, NO. 98-01)
  • Instrument Panel Bulb Replacement (GROUP 96, NO. 91-03)
• HVAC Control Systems
  • A/C System Retrofitting R-12 To R-134A (GROUP 87, NO. 95-03)
  • Condensation In Ventilation System And FOOTWELL (GROUP 87, NO. 93-02)
  • Water Spray From Air Vents & Moisture In Foot Well (GROUP 87, NO. 91-04)
  • FREON Charging/Discharging Equipment Requirements (GROUP 87, NO. 91-01)
• Identification
  • (VIN) Plates, Safety Certification Labels, Ordering Procedure (GROUP 00, NO. 00-06)
  • Automatic Transmission Identification (GROUP 37, NO. 95-01)
  • Speedometer Replacements Disclosure Label Info (GROUP 00, NO. 91-03)
  • Automatic Trans. Identification Label Relocated (GROUP 37, NO. 91-04)
• Ignition Switch/Steering Lock
  • Ignition Lock Cylinder Removing/Installing (GROUP 94, NO. 93-01)
• Ignition System
  • Poor Engine Performance Caused By Bad Fuel (GROUP 20, NO. 94-01)
  • Vehicle DRIVEABILITY - Distributor Caps (GROUP 28, NO. 93-03)
  • Vehicle DRIVEABILITY - Distributor Rotor (GROUP 28, NO. 93-04)
  • Engine Misfire/Hard To Start - Ignition Cable Wires (GROUP 28, NO. 92-01)
• Interior/Exterior Trim
  • Front/Rear Door Seals - Friction Noise (GROUP 57, NO. 97-02)
  • Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - Repairing (GROUP 68, NO. 92-03)
  • Sagging SUNVISORS - Adjustment Procedures (GROUP 68, NO. 92-01)
  • Road Dirt And Grime At Door Sills (GROUP 51, NO. 91-01)
  • Door Panel Armrest - Unsatisfactory Appearance (GROUP 70, NO. 91-01)
  • Door Protective Moldings - Loose (GROUP 66, NO. 91-03)
• Interior/Illumination Lights
  • Instrument Panel Bulb Replacement (GROUP 96, NO. 91-03)
• Lubrication System
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 13, NO. 96-02)
  • New Lifetime Coolant For All Aluminum Engines (GROUP 19, NO. 96-01)
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 15, NO. 96-01)
  • Electrical Contact Enhancer (STABILANT 22A) (GROUP 97, NO. 95-02)
  • Oil Consumption Explanation (GROUP 17, NO. 94-02)
  • Engine - Revised Oil Capacity & Fill Procedure (GROUP 17, NO. 90-01)
• Manual Trans
  • Trans. Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 34, NO. 96-01)
• Mechanical
  • All Models, Dynamic Compression Test Using DSO Function (CTT 00-14-01)
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 13, NO. 96-02)
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 15, NO. 96-01)
  • Poor Engine Performance Caused By Bad Fuel (GROUP 20, NO. 94-01)
  • Oil Consumption Explanation (GROUP 17, NO. 94-02)
  • Camshaft Timing Belt Revised Maintenance Requirement (GROUP 15, NO. 93-01)
  • Revised Maintenance/Lubrication Schedule (93-02)
  • Generator V-Belt Replacement-Special Tool Available (GROUP 27, NO. 93-01)
  • Camshaft Timing Belt - AUDI V8 3.6 Liter (A93-10)
  • Flywheel Removing/Installing (GROUP 15, NO. 92-01)
• Mechanical - Hydraulic
  • Brake Pedal Pulsation/Steering Wheel Shimmy Checking (GROUP 46, NO. 98-01)
  • Brake Squeal - Component Cleaning/Lubricant (GROUP 46, NO. 97-01)
  • New Lifetime Coolant For All Aluminum Engines (GROUP 19, NO. 96-01)
  • Electrical Contact Enhancer (STABILANT 22A) (GROUP 97, NO. 95-02)
  • Brake Shimmy - Remanufactured Brake Rotors (GROUP 46, NO. 93-01)
  • Oxygen Sensor Contamination Due To Silicone (GROUP 26, NO. 93-01)
  • Brake System - Bleeding Information (GROUP 47, NO. 93-02)
  • Adapter VAG 1310/6 For Brake Pressure Regulator (GROUP 47, NO. 92-04)
  • High Temp Brake Fluid - Super Dot 4 Service Info (GROUP 47, NO. 91-02)
  • Don't Use Brake Dust Covers-Insufficient Ventilation (GROUP 46, NO. 91-04)
  • Front Brake Caliper Changes (GROUP 46, NO. 91-01)
  • Front Brake Disc/Wheel Hub Changes (GROUP 46, NO. 91-02)
  • Brake Fluid Change/Topping Off (GROUP 47, NO. 91-01)
• Mirrors
  • Illuminated Vanity Mirrors - Repairing (GROUP 68, NO. 92-03)
  • Loose Interior Mirror Assembly-Adjustment Procedures (GROUP 68, NO. 92-02)
  • New Single-Speed Worm Drive Sunroof Motor (GROUP 60, NO. 91-01)
  • Power Mirror Switch - Malfunction (GROUP 66, NO. 91-04)
  • Rear View Mirror Inner - Glass Broken (GROUP 68, NO. 91-03)
• Overdrive Unit
  • Trans. Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 34, NO. 96-01)
  • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 00299 - Checking (GROUP 01, NO. 94-03)
  • 018 Automatic Transmission - Speed Sensor (GROUP 37, NO. 91-06)
• Paint & Coatings
  • Paint Finish, Repairing Stone Chips (GROUP 00, NO. 02-03)
  • Paint Finish, Reducing Swirl Marks & Fine Scratches (GROUP 50, NO. 01-02)
  • Industrial Fallout Neutralization & Removal (GROUP 50, NO. 94-01)
  • Protective Transportation Coating Removal (GROUP 50, NO. 92-03)
  • Front Hood - Corrosion Protection (GROUP 55, NO. 91-05)
  • 1984-92 AUDI Paint Color Charts (GROUP 50, NO. 91-05)
  • Protective Transportation Coating Removal-Procedure (GROUP 50, NO. 90-01)
• Passive Restraints
  • Rear Child Restraint Anchorages (GROUP 69, NO. 97-01)
• Rear Suspension
  • Replacing Bonded Rubber Bushings In Rear Control Arm (GROUP 42, NO. 93-02)
• Schedule
  • Recommended Final Drive Oil Change (4-Speed A/T) (A93-01)
• Seats
  • Rear Child Restraint Anchorages (GROUP 69, NO. 97-01)
  • Adjustable Arm Rest Ratchet Inoperable (GROUP 72, NO. 97-01)
  • Repairing Arm Rest Ratchet Mechanism - New Procedure (GROUP 74, NO. 93-04)
  • New Single-Speed Worm Drive Sunroof Motor (GROUP 60, NO. 91-01)
  • Power Mirror Switch - Malfunction (GROUP 66, NO. 91-04)
  • CONNOLLY Leather Treatment (GROUP 74, NO. 91-01)
  • Front Seat Backrest - Rattling, Squeaking (GROUP 72, NO. 91-01)
• Starter
  • Battery, Mis-Diagnosis When Din Spec. Is Not Entered Using MCR 340A Test Kit (GROUP 27, NO. 02-01)
  • Engine Won't Start: Starter Motor/Drive Plate Damage (GROUP 24, NO. 91-01)
• Steering Control Systems
  • Electronic Control Units - Precautions (GROUP 28, NO. 91-03)
• Steering Linkage
  • Brake Pedal Pulsation/Steering Wheel Shimmy Checking (GROUP 46, NO. 98-01)
  • Front Brake Disc/Wheel Hub Changes (GROUP 46, NO. 91-02)
• Sun Roof/T-Top/Convertible Top
  • Sunroof Wind Deflector - Corrosion On Spring & Hinge (GROUP 60, NO. 91-04)
• Suspension Control Systems
  • Electronic Control Units - Precautions (GROUP 28, NO. 91-03)
• System
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 13, NO. 96-02)
  • Engine Oil Seals, Lubrication Prior To Installation (GROUP 15, NO. 96-01)
  • Portable Gasoline Containers Filling (GROUP 20, NO. 95-02)
  • Poor Engine Performance Caused By Bad Fuel (GROUP 20, NO. 94-01)
  • Electronic ECT Thermal Switch (F76) - Redesigned (GROUP 19, NO. 94-01)
  • Heated Oxygen Sensor Contact Cleaner Precaution (GROUP 24, NO. 94-02)
  • Oxygen Sensor Contamination Due To Silicone (GROUP 26, NO. 93-01)
  • Vehicle DRIVEABILITY - Distributor Caps (GROUP 28, NO. 93-03)
  • Vehicle DRIVEABILITY - Distributor Rotor (GROUP 28, NO. 93-04)
  • Engine Performance Problems & Possible Causes (GROUP 24, NO. 93-01)
  • Engine Misfire/Hard To Start - Ignition Cable Wires (GROUP 28, NO. 92-01)
  • Rotten Egg Odor At Exhaust - Sulfur In Fuel (GROUP 24, NO. 92-04)
  • Catalytic Converter Housing Corrosion (GROUP 26, NO. 91-08)
  • Engine Won't Start: Starter Motor/Drive Plate Damage (GROUP 24, NO. 91-01)
  • Electronic Control Units - Precautions (GROUP 28, NO. 91-03)
  • Vehicle Loses Power - Codes 2141, 2142, 2143 Stored (GROUP 28, NO. 90-03)
• Transmission Control Systems
  • Shift Points For Automatic Transmission 018 (GROUP 37, NO. 93-08)
  • Electronic Control Units - Precautions (GROUP 28, NO. 91-03)
• Wheel Hubs
  • Brake Pedal Pulsation/Steering Wheel Shimmy Checking (GROUP 46, NO. 98-01)
  • Front Brake Disc/Wheel Hub Changes (GROUP 46, NO. 91-02)
• Wheels & Tire System
  • Alloy Wheels, Cleaning (GROUP 44, NO. 99-01)
  • Brake Pedal Pulsation/Steering Wheel Shimmy Checking (GROUP 46, NO. 98-01)
  • Eliminating Vibrations Caused By Wheel Imbalance (GROUP 44, NO. 94-02)
  • Aerosol Tire Inflator/Sealer - Flammability Hazard (GROUP 44, NO. 91-01)
  • Front Brake Disc/Wheel Hub Changes (GROUP 46, NO. 91-02)
• Window Motors & Regulators
  • 64 Exterior Glass Cleaning (GROUP 64, NO. 24-02)
  • Front/Rear Door Seals - Friction Noise (GROUP 57, NO. 97-02)
  • New Single-Speed Worm Drive Sunroof Motor (GROUP 60, NO. 91-01)
  • Power Mirror Switch - Malfunction (GROUP 66, NO. 91-04)
• Wiper/Washer Systems
  • Windshield-Wiper Interval-Switch Inoperative (GROUP 92, NO. 91-02)
• Wiring System (Data Link Connectors, Pwr Dist., Grnd Dist.)
  • Wiring Harness Repairing (GROUP 97, NO. 98-02)