Technical Service Bulletin
37H1 UPDATE– ECM/TCM Software Update (FED_EMS)
October 30, 2012
Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

A8, S8

2013

004908 - 013096

4.0L TFSI w/ 8 Speed Transmission

Condition
On Audi A8 and S8 vehicles with 4.0L engine shifting operation of the gearbox may feel uncomfortable.
This Update is in effect until removed.
Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:
• Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 37H1 code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information
screen on the day of repair.
• Vehicle must be within the Federal Emissions Warranty.
• Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin.
• Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.

Technical Background
On Audi A8 and S8 vehicles with 4.0L engines shifting operation of the gearbox may feel uncomfortable.

Production Solution
New software in the Engine Control Unit and Transmission Control Unit addressed the condition.

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Service
SVM Update Instructions
1. Follow all instructions in the TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.

Ensure the diagnostic tester is plugged into an 110V AC power supply at all times. If using the Bluetooth
wireless transmitter head is being used the transmitter head MUST BE connected with a USB cable to the
tester.
2. Update the ECM (J623) and TCM (J217) using the SVM action code as listed in the table below as necessary.

Model

Engine and/or

Old Software

Old

New Software

New Software

SVM Action

Transmission

Part Number

Software

Part Number

Version

Code

Version

(or higher)

A8

4.0L TFSI CEUA

4H0906014B

0001

4H0906014B

0002

37H1A001

S8

4.0L TFSI CGTA

4H0907557B

0001

4H0907557B

0002

37H1A001

A8

0BK 8 Speed

4H1927158BK

ALL

4H1927158BK

1004

37H1A001

4H1927158CA

ALL

4H1927158CA

1004

37H1A001

4H1927158BL

ALL

4H1927158BL

1004

37H1A001

A8
S8

0BK 8 Speed w/
Sport differential
0BK 8 Speed

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Warranty
Update Time Requirements/ Reimbursement

To ensure prompt and proper payment, be
sure to immediately enter the applicable
reimbursement code listed below upon
completion of the repair work. Claims will be
paid only for vehicles that show the 37H1
code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action
Information screen on the day of repair.

37H1 Saga Claim Entry Procedure
Check ElsaWeb to determine whether Update 37H1 is open.
Service No.: 37H1
Damage Code: 0099

Vehicles may have more than one
criteria. Complete and claim all
applicable criteria on one claim.

Parts Manufacturer - Removed part: 002
Claim Type
Sold vehicle = 7 10
Unsold vehicle = 7 90

Saga Accounting Instructions
Criteria ID

Repair operation

Labor Operation Number

TU

All

Check software level, no update required

0183 00 99

20 TU

01

Update ECM Software

3730 25 99

40 TU

Both 01 and 02

Update ECM and TCM Software

3730 26 99

60 TU

02

Update TCM Software

3730 25 99

40 TU

-OR-

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There is no reimbursement for vehicle wash or loaner vehicle.

If the vehicle is outside of the specified warranty period, the customer has the option to pay for the repair.

If the customer agrees to pay for the repair:
Fax the information to (248) 754-5093 and provide VIN, applicable Service Number, Customer Info, Dealer
Number and Date.

If the customer does not agree to pay for the repair:
Fax the information to (248) 754-5093 and provide VIN, applicable Service Number, Customer Info, Dealer
Number and Date.

Additional Actions

Some of the affected vehicles may be involved in additional Actions.
Please check your ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information screen so that
any additional required work can be done simultaneously.

Update Verification For verification, always check the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information
screen. The ElsaWeb system is the only binding inquiry and verification
system; other systems are not valid and may result in non-payment of a
claim.
Help for Claim

For questions regarding claim input, contact the Warranty Helpline.

Input
Required Customer Inform your customer in writing by recording on the Repair Order any and
Notification

all work that was conducted on the vehicle, including any and all updates
completed under this Update.

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Additional Information
The following Technical Service Bulletin will be necessary to complete this procedure:
• TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
All parts and service references provided in this Update are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with
your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.

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