Technical Service Bulletin
55 Rear Lid Switch (DTC 03073 - Closed Rear Lid Sensor - Incorrect Signal)
94 13 23 2033675/3 July 12, 2013. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 13-17 dated May 22,
2013 for reasons listed below.
Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

Q7

2007-2014

All

NA

Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision

Date

Purpose

3

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Revised header data (Removed model)
Revised title
Revised Condition (Removed extra information)
Revised Production Solution (Added solution)
Revised Technical Background (Clarified description)
Revised Service (Added part)
Revised Required Parts and Tools (Added part)

2

5/22/2013

Revised Condition (Corrected error in DTC number)

1

4/29/2013

Initial publication

DTC 03073 (Closed Rear Lid Sensor - Incorrect Signal) may be stored in the comfort system central control
module, J393 (address word 46).

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Technical Background
In order for the vehicle to receive a proper rear lid status signal when the lid is operated, the paddle switches on
the rear sill trim must contact the opposing lid latch points uniformly.
• Paddle switch G526 (Figure 1, 2) must
contact lid latch point 1 (Figure 1, 1), as
shown in the image at right.
• Paddle switch G525 (Figure 1, 4) must
contact lid latch point 3 (Figure 1, 3), as
shown in the image at right.

Figure 1. Inside vehicle view of rear lid latch showing location
of G526 (2) and G525 (4) on rear sill trim, and contact points (1
and 3).
When the rear lid is opened, the paddle switches change state and the comfort system central control module 2,
J773, will read G525 and G526. It will then communicate to the comfort system central control module, J393.

Production Solution
Optimized rear lid switch spacing on rear sill trim plate.

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Service
1. Remove the rear trim plate by first removing
the four T25 Torx® screws (Figure 2), then
carefully pulling up on the plate.

Figure 2. Rear cargo area trim plate removal. The T25 Torx®
screws to be removed are circled in red.

Warning:
Vehicles with metal trim may have sharp edges.

2. Remove the two T20 Torx® screws that hold
down the paddle switch assembly. Install
spacers (4L0863191A 4PK) (Figure 3)
between the paddle switch and the trim. The
large diameter faces the switch and small
diameter faces the mounting.

Tip: If factory service parts are not
available, improvise by using spacers with
dimensions of no less than 5.5mm I.D., no
greater than 13mm O.D., and no thicker than
5.6mm.

Figure 3. Spacers for underneath paddle switch assembly.
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3. Reinstall rear trim plate and clear DTC(s). Confirm that the concern is corrected and return vehicle to customer.
4. If concern is still present, remove the rear trim
to adjust the striker plate.
Note the current position of the striker plate
by using the serrated lines surrounding the
bolt or surrounding the nut’s integrated
washer (Figure 4 and Figure 5).
Tip: Use a permanent marker to mark
original position in case striker adjustment is
needed.

Figure 4. Power lid’s motorized striker plate bolted mounting.

Figure 5. Power lid’s motorized striker plate adjustability and
serrated indicators.

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5. Center the striker plate latch to the lid latch.
Adjust until the lid is able to close smoothly
with proper switch actuation, resulting in the
proper lighting switchover.

Tip: Moving the striker plate latch
towards the front of the vehicle will bring the
lid latch closer to actuating the paddle
switches (Figure 6). Do not move the latch
forward too far to ensure that the lid is not
pulled in with greater force than necessary.

Figure 6. Overhead view of paddles contacted by rear lid latch.
6. Clear DTC(s), confirm that the concern is corrected, then return the vehicle to the customer.

Warranty
Claim Type:

Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service
Bulletin is informational only.

Service Number:

9604

Damage Code:

0010

Labor Operations:

Lock carrier cover remove + reinstall

7039 1900

30 TU

Adjust striker plate (If necessary)

5825 1500

20 TU

GFF – Checking and clearing fault codes included
in existing labor operations

0150 0000

Time stated on
diagnostic
protocol (Max
20 TU)

Road test prior to service procedure

No allowance

0 TU

Road test after service procedure

No allowance

0 TU

Diagnostic Time:

Technical diagnosis at dealer’s discretion
(Refer to Section 2.2.1.2 and Audi Warranty Online for DADP allowance details)
Claim Comment:

As per TSB #2033675/3

All warranty claims submitted for payment must be in accordance with the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures
Manual. Claims are subject to review or audit by Audi Warranty.

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Required Parts and Tools
Part Number

Part Description

Quantity

4L0863191A 4PK

Ring (Beveled spacer)

2

Misc. Shop Supplies

Spacers

As needed

Additional Information
The following repair procedure may be necessary to complete this procedure:
• Repair Manual >> Body >> Body Exterior >> 55 Hood, Lids >> Description and Operation >> Rear Lid,
Adjusting
All part and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your
Parts Dept. and service manuals for the latest information.

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