NHTSA ID Number: 10122295
Manufacturer Communication Number: A691428 2023323-
TSB/Document Date: 2017-11-08
Summary
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. An SVM code is required to code and parameterize the new service replacement airbag control module. Each model's SVM code is provided in a parts bulletin (GP bulletin), which should have been referenced through ETKA when the module was replaced. The control module cannot be coded until the SVM code has been executed. If the SVM code was not acquired through the GP bulletin in ETKA, follow the instructions in the Service section of this bulletin to update the control module.
Technical Service Bulletin
69 Replaced airbag control unit cannot be coded
69 14 28 2023323/12 March 31, 2014. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 13-26 dated October
21, 2013 for reasons listed below.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipm ent
A4/S4/allroad
2009 – 2015
All
Not Applicable
A5/S5/RS 5
2008 – 2015
All
Not Applicable
A5/S5/RS 5 Cabriolet
2010-2015
All
Not Applicable
Q5/SQ5
2009-2015
All
Not Applicable
TT/TTS/TT RS
2007-2015
All
Not Applicable
A3
2009-2014
All
Not Applicable
A6 (C6)
2009-2011
All
Not Applicable
A8/S8
2011-2015
All
Not Applicable
R8
2007-2015
All
Not Applicable
A6/S6 (C7)
2011-2012
All
Not Applicable
A7/S7/RS 7
2011-2012
All
Not Applicable
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w ith o u t n o tic e . N o p a r t o f th is d o c u me n t ma y b e r e p r o d u c e d , s to r e d in a r e tr ie v a l s y s te m, o r tr a n s mitte d in a n y f o r m o r b y a n y me a n s , e le c tr o n ic ,
me c h a n ic a l, p h o to c o p y in g , r e c o r d in g , o r o th e r w is e , n o r ma y th e s e ma te r ia ls b e mo d if ie d o r r e p o s te d to o th e r s ite s , w ith o u t th e p r io r e x p r e s s e d w r itte n
p e r mis s io n o f th e p u b lis h e r .
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Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date
12
11
Purpose
Revised Service (Removed steps 1-2; updated SVM table)
-
Revised header data (Added MY14-15 for applicable models)
Revised entire bulletin for clarity
10
4/25/2012
Revised header data (Added 2008-2013 R8 models)
9
2/13/2012
Revised header data (Added models and model years)
Revised Condition, Technical Back ground, and Service
8
12/9/2011
Revised header data (Added models and model years)
7
9/16/2011
Revised header data (Added pull ahead D4 A8 vehicles)
6
8/29/2011
Revised header data (Added new models)
Revised Technical Back ground and Service
5
11/4/2010
Revised Service (Steps 5-7)
4
9/10/2010
Revised header data (Added model and model year)
Revised Technical Back ground and Service
3
6/7/2010
Revised header data (Controlling TSB display in ElsaWeb)
2
5/24/2010
Revised Warranty
1
5/5/2010
Original publication
After the airbag control module (J234) has been replaced, the control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual.
Technical Background
An SVM code is required to code and parameterize the new service replacement airbag control module. Each
model’s SVM code is provided in a parts bulletin (GP bulletin), which should have been referenced through ETKA
when the module was replaced. The control module cannot be coded until the SVM code has been executed.
If the SVM code was not acquired through the GP bulletin in ETKA, follow the instructions in the Service section of
this bulletin to update the control module.
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A ll r ig h ts r e s e r v e d . I n f o r ma tio n c o n ta in e d in th is d o c u me n t is b a s e d o n th e la te s t in f o r ma tio n a v a ila b le a t th e time o f p r in tin g a n d is s u b je c t to th e c o p y r ig h t
a n d o th e r in te lle c tu a l p r o p e r ty r ig h ts o f A u d i o f A me r ic a , I n c . , its a f f ilia te d c o mp a n ie s a n d its lic e n s o r s . A ll r ig h ts a r e r e s e r v e d to ma k e c h a n g e s a t a n y time
w ith o u t n o tic e . N o p a r t o f th is d o c u me n t ma y b e r e p r o d u c e d , s to r e d in a r e tr ie v a l s y s te m, o r tr a n s mitte d in a n y f o r m o r b y a n y me a n s , e le c tr o n ic ,
me c h a n ic a l, p h o to c o p y in g , r e c o r d in g , o r o th e r w is e , n o r ma y th e s e ma te r ia ls b e mo d if ie d o r r e p o s te d to o th e r s ite s , w ith o u t th e p r io r e x p r e s s e d w r itte n
p e r mis s io n o f th e p u b lis h e r .
Technical Service Bulletin
Tip: Any time that any control module is replaced in any vehicle, an SVM code may be required for
parameterization after installation. When replacing a control module, always check ETKA for the SVM code, which
will be found in the GP bulletin for the part. To find a GP bulletin in ETKA:
1. Locate the part in ETKA. Use the FI search function (VIN filter) to determine if the correct control module (including
color code) was ordered for the vehicle.
2. To open the GP bulletin, right-click the part number and select GP Bulletin from the drop-down menu (Figure 1).
Figure 1. Selecting GP bulletin in ETKA.
3. A new window will open with the GP bulletin listed. Open the bulletin by selecting the blue box with the white arrow
next to the bulletin number.
Figure 2. Opening GP bulletin in ETKA.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
When the airbag control module (J234) is replaced in a:
•
TT, A3, R8 GT, R8 GT Spyder, or A6 (C6):
Only the ECU coding needs to be performed using the provided SVM code.
•
A4/S4/allroad, A5/S5/RS 5, A5/S5/RS 5 Cabriolet, Q5/SQ5, A6/S6 (C7), A7/S7/RS 7, or A8/S8:
Both ECU parameterization and ECU coding need to be performed using the provided SVM code.
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A ll r ig h ts r e s e r v e d . I n f o r ma tio n c o n ta in e d in th is d o c u me n t is b a s e d o n th e la te s t in f o r ma tio n a v a ila b le a t th e time o f p r in tin g a n d is s u b je c t to th e c o p y r ig h t
a n d o th e r in te lle c tu a l p r o p e r ty r ig h ts o f A u d i o f A me r ic a , I n c . , its a f f ilia te d c o mp a n ie s a n d its lic e n s o r s . A ll r ig h ts a r e r e s e r v e d to ma k e c h a n g e s a t a n y time
w ith o u t n o tic e . N o p a r t o f th is d o c u me n t ma y b e r e p r o d u c e d , s to r e d in a r e tr ie v a l s y s te m, o r tr a n s mitte d in a n y f o r m o r b y a n y me a n s , e le c tr o n ic ,
me c h a n ic a l, p h o to c o p y in g , r e c o r d in g , o r o th e r w is e , n o r ma y th e s e ma te r ia ls b e mo d if ie d o r r e p o s te d to o th e r s ite s , w ith o u t th e p r io r e x p r e s s e d w r itte n
p e r mis s io n o f th e p u b lis h e r .
Technical Service Bulletin
Note: Do not run an SVM Specified vs. Actual Comparison. If an SVM Specified vs. Actual Comparison has
already been run and the SVM code listed below fails, contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC). Note that no
software update is being performed during this SVM communication.
1. Enter the SVM code using ODIS>>Start Diagnosis >> Fill out Engine Information from drop down menu >>
CHECK the option for “Guided Fault Finding” (this ensures the diagnostic log shows the correct TUs) >> Special
Functions >> Software Version Management (SVM) >> SVM - Code input.
Note: Do NOT choose “SVM – Direct input: SVM code for vehicle conversion”. With this option, the SVM
code will always fail if any SVM hardware conflicts are present in the system.
2. If no parameterization and/or coding is suggested by SVM, check the color code on the service part label of the
control module. Compare this color code to the suggestion given by ETKA by using the FI search function.
•
If the color codes do not match, or if the service part has no color code, re-order the correct part listed in
ETKA with the appropriate color code.
•
If the color codes do match, contact TAC.
Tip: The color code indicates the ECU software
that the control module must be programmed with to
operate correctly in the North American Market. Only
control modules to be used for service will have a
color code. In addition, some service parts will have a
secondary label placed over the original supplier label
after the part has been programmed for the North
American market (Figure 3 and Figure 4).
Figure 3. Production Control Unit
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A ll r ig h ts r e s e r v e d . I n f o r ma tio n c o n ta in e d in th is d o c u me n t is b a s e d o n th e la te s t in f o r ma tio n a v a ila b le a t th e time o f p r in tin g a n d is s u b je c t to th e c o p y r ig h t
a n d o th e r in te lle c tu a l p r o p e r ty r ig h ts o f A u d i o f A me r ic a , I n c . , its a f f ilia te d c o mp a n ie s a n d its lic e n s o r s . A ll r ig h ts a r e r e s e r v e d to ma k e c h a n g e s a t a n y time
w ith o u t n o tic e . N o p a r t o f th is d o c u me n t ma y b e r e p r o d u c e d , s to r e d in a r e tr ie v a l s y s te m, o r tr a n s mitte d in a n y f o r m o r b y a n y me a n s , e le c tr o n ic ,
me c h a n ic a l, p h o to c o p y in g , r e c o r d in g , o r o th e r w is e , n o r ma y th e s e ma te r ia ls b e mo d if ie d o r r e p o s te d to o th e r s ite s , w ith o u t th e p r io r e x p r e s s e d w r itte n
p e r mis s io n o f th e p u b lis h e r .
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Figure 4. Service Part Control Unit
3. For A4/S4, A5/S5/RS 5, A5/S5/RS 5 Cabriolet, Q5/SQ5, A6/S6 (C7), A7/S7/RS 7, or A8/S8 only:
After the parameterization is complete, the coding of the control module will automatically be carried out by
SVM (no user input required). If a prompt appears requesting to change the coding, select YES.
4. At the end, a screen showing all changes that were made during the SVM communication appears. Verify the
changes and ensure that the coding was performed.
6. Exit SVM and perform the component protection test plan to remove the remaining DTCs.
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A ll r ig h ts r e s e r v e d . I n f o r ma tio n c o n ta in e d in th is d o c u me n t is b a s e d o n th e la te s t in f o r ma tio n a v a ila b le a t th e time o f p r in tin g a n d is s u b je c t to th e c o p y r ig h t
a n d o th e r in te lle c tu a l p r o p e r ty r ig h ts o f A u d i o f A me r ic a , I n c . , its a f f ilia te d c o mp a n ie s a n d its lic e n s o r s . A ll r ig h ts a r e r e s e r v e d to ma k e c h a n g e s a t a n y time
w ith o u t n o tic e . N o p a r t o f th is d o c u me n t ma y b e r e p r o d u c e d , s to r e d in a r e tr ie v a l s y s te m, o r tr a n s mitte d in a n y f o r m o r b y a n y me a n s , e le c tr o n ic ,
me c h a n ic a l, p h o to c o p y in g , r e c o r d in g , o r o th e r w is e , n o r ma y th e s e ma te r ia ls b e mo d if ie d o r r e p o s te d to o th e r s ite s , w ith o u t th e p r io r e x p r e s s e d w r itte n
p e r mis s io n o f th e p u b lis h e r .
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Model
Old Software
Part Number
Old Software
Version
New Software
Part Number
New Software
Version
SVM Code Input
*
*
*
*
XCHG15A005
Q5, SQ5
A4/S4/allroad
A5/S5/RS 5
A5/S5/RS 5
Cabriolet
TT, TTS, TT RS
A3
R8 GT, R8 GT
Spyder
A6/S6 (C7),
A7/S7/RS 7
A8/S8
A6 (C6)
Warranty
Claim Type:
Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin
is informational only.
Service Number:
6953
Damage Code:
0040
Diagnostic Time:
GFF
0150 0000
Time stated on
diagnostic protocol
(Max 60 TU)
Road test prior to service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
Road test after service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
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 #2023323/12
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A ll r ig h ts r e s e r v e d . I n f o r ma tio n c o n ta in e d in th is d o c u me n t is b a s e d o n th e la te s t in f o r ma tio n a v a ila b le a t th e time o f p r in tin g a n d is s u b je c t to th e c o p y r ig h t
a n d o th e r in te lle c tu a l p r o p e r ty r ig h ts o f A u d i o f A me r ic a , I n c . , its a f f ilia te d c o mp a n ie s a n d its lic e n s o r s . A ll r ig h ts a r e r e s e r v e d to ma k e c h a n g e s a t a n y time
w ith o u t n o tic e . N o p a r t o f th is d o c u me n t ma y b e r e p r o d u c e d , s to r e d in a r e tr ie v a l s y s te m, o r tr a n s mitte d in a n y f o r m o r b y a n y me a n s , e le c tr o n ic ,
me c h a n ic a l, p h o to c o p y in g , r e c o r d in g , o r o th e r w is e , n o r ma y th e s e ma te r ia ls b e mo d if ie d o r r e p o s te d to o th e r s ite s , w ith o u t th e p r io r e x p r e s s e d w r itte n
p e r mis s io n o f th e p u b lis h e r .
Technical Service Bulletin
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.
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2023323) are subject to change and/or removal. Always check
with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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A ll r ig h ts r e s e r v e d . I n f o r ma tio n c o n ta in e d in th is d o c u me n t is b a s e d o n th e la te s t in f o r ma tio n a v a ila b le a t th e time o f p r in tin g a n d is s u b je c t to th e c o p y r ig h t
a n d o th e r in te lle c tu a l p r o p e r ty r ig h ts o f A u d i o f A me r ic a , I n c . , its a f f ilia te d c o mp a n ie s a n d its lic e n s o r s . A ll r ig h ts a r e r e s e r v e d to ma k e c h a n g e s a t a n y time
w ith o u t n o tic e . N o p a r t o f th is d o c u me n t ma y b e r e p r o d u c e d , s to r e d in a r e tr ie v a l s y s te m, o r tr a n s mitte d in a n y f o r m o r b y a n y me a n s , e le c tr o n ic ,
me c h a n ic a l, p h o to c o p y in g , r e c o r d in g , o r o th e r w is e , n o r ma y th e s e ma te r ia ls b e mo d if ie d o r r e p o s te d to o th e r s ite s , w ith o u t th e p r io r e x p r e s s e d w r itte n
p e r mis s io n o f th e p u b lis h e r .
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