40 Chattering/skipping sensation in front axle on tight turns
40 17 63 2017148/8 May 18, 2017. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 40 number 15-45 dated
January 26, 2015 for reasons listed below.
Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

R8

2007 - 2017

All

Not Applicable

Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision

Date

Purpose

8

-

Revised header data (Updated model years)

7

01/26/2015

Revised header data (Updated model years)

6

02/13/2012

Revised header data (Updated model years)

A chattering/skipping sensation felt in the front axle during tight, slow-speed turns (such as parking maneuvers)
could occur under the following conditions:
 Tires are cold or ambient temperatures are low.
 Road surface is wet/dirty.
 The vehicle has been parked for an extended period of time.

Technical Background
The R8 has the steering dynamic of a sports car. The inner and outer wheels are turned at approximately the
same steering angle to ensure even power distribution through the front self-locking differential during high speed
cornering. This steering dynamic minimizes understeer and ensures vehicle stability in high-speed turns.
Under normal conditions, when the vehicle is maneuvered through tight turns at slow speeds (such as while
parking), the steering angle difference between the inner and outer wheel is not noticeable because the side wall
flex of the tire is sufficient to compensate. Contact with the road surface is maintained.
However, under certain conditions (such as cold weather, wet/dirty pavement, or a long parking period), a front
tire can scrub. The customer may report a shudder or a skipping sensation felt in the steering/front suspension of
the vehicle during slow-speed parking maneuvers.
This is normal performance for the sports car steering dynamic in the R8, and no repairs are required.

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Production Solution
Not applicable.

Service
Explain the background to the customer.

Warranty
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi Warranty.

Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2017148) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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