Technical Service Bulletin
17 Dashboard lights may flicker under hard acceleration or when engine is revved
17 14 48 2036194/1 January 14, 2014.
Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

S6

2013-2014

All

Not Applicable

S7

2013-2014

All

Not Applicable

RS7

2014

All

Not Applicable

S8

2013-2014

All

Not Applicable

R8

2008-2014

All

Not Applicable

Condition
The dashboard lights and controls may briefly flicker under hard acceleration after downshifting or when the
engine is revved while the vehicle is stationary.
The issue does not occur during normal driving, and all instrumentation continues to operate correctly.

Technical Background
During periods of low electrical load (and especially when the battery is fully charged), the energy spike generated
by the alternator due to the rapid increase in engine speed cannot be completely absorbed by the vehicle electrical
system. This leads to a voltage increase that can cause some modules to initiate overvoltage protection. The
condition is very brief and is considered normal.

Production Solution
Not applicable.

Service
Explain the Technical Background to the customer. Do not perform any repairs. Any repairs for this condition may
be denied.

Warranty
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.
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Technical Service Bulletin
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2036194) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.

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