Technical Service Bulletin
46 Squeal from front brakes
46 15 03 2039615/1 February 9, 2015.

Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

Q5

2013

All

2.0T (non-Hybrid)

Q5

2014

000001 - 100044

2.0T (non-Hybrid)

Q5

2013 - 2014

All

3.0T (without SQ5)

Q5

2015

000001 - 030498

3.0T (without SQ5)

Q5

2014

All

TDI

Q5

2015

000001 - 030498

TDI

Condition
Customer may report hearing brake noise when the vehicle comes to a stop.

Technical Background
Not applicable.

Production Solution
Improved front brake pads introduced in production starting with the following VINs:
• Q5 2.0T (non-hybrid): from VIN WA1CFCFP7EA100044.
• Q5 3.0T & TDI (without SQ5): from VIN WA1DGAFP3FA030498.

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Service
1. Before proceeding, confirm that this bulletin applies by checking the following table.

Model

Model years

Q5 2.0T (non-hybrid)

Front brakes (Brembo)
Disc size

PR code

2013 – 2014 (VIN break in 2014)

320 x 30 mm

1LB

Q5 3.0T (without SQ5)

2013 – 2015 (VIN break in 2015)

345 x 30 mm

1LE

Q5 TDI

2014 – 2015 (VIN break in 2015)

345 x 30 mm

1LE

Note:
• This TSB only applies to Q5 models listed in the table above.
• This TSB does not apply to Q5 models built before 2013 and does not apply to hybrid or SQ5 models (due to
different front brakes).

2. Replace the front brake pads according to the instructions in Elsa at: Repair manual >> Chassis Brake System

>> 46 Mechanical Components >> Front Brakes >> Brake Pads, Removing and Installing, Brake 1LB and 1LC
or Brake Pads, Removing and Installing, Brake 1LE and 1LP.
Note:
• Some vehicles have two shims glued to the back of the front brake pads
(Figure 1). Do not transfer these shims to the new pads.
• New brake pads have an adhesive backing that should be used to
properly attach the pads to the caliper.

Figure 1. Shims on back of front
brake pads.
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Tip: Rust/corrosion build-up, grooves, or glazing on the braking surface of the brake disc may cause brake
noise and must be considered when replacing brake pads. Brake discs that are worn close to the wear limit or that
at the wear limit may also contribute to brake noise.

Warranty
Claim Type:

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

Service Number:

4636

Damage Code:

0020

Labor Operations:

2 wheels remove+reinstall

4405 2000

20 TU

Brake pads, front remove+reinstall

4636 2050

50 TU

GFF

No allowance

0 TU

Road test prior to service procedure

0121 0002

10 TU

Road test after service procedure

0121 0004

10 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 #2039615/1

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

8R0698151L

1 set of brake pads for disc brakes

1

Check ETKA for applicable part number

Contact (wear sensor)

1

Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2039615) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.

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