NHTSA ID Number: 10130694
Manufacturer Communication Number: MY 2018 PDI 3-8-
TSB/Document Date: 2018-04-02
Summary
Reminders: ADDED "For items marked with **, follow instructions for stock inventory vehicle" Under the hood inspection: REMOVED Lighting and Windshield: REMOVED "Install wiper blades" Trunk Inspection: Change "Verify inflatable repair kit" to "Verify inflatable spare tire" Moved "Check battery clamps for proper torque" from Under the hood inspection Interior: Added ventilated "Verify operation of heated seats/ventilated (if equipped) Settings: ADDED: "?Set Time source setting to ?GPS? and set Auto daylight savings time to ?on? CHANGED: Set ?Entertain. Fad.? in Parking aid to an audible level from "Medium". ADDED: Set ?Music volume while parking? to 6 lines ADDED (if equipped) to "Turn off Manual Speed Warning" Audi
connect: ADDED: "Check LTE connection is possible (if vehicle is marked retail sold in DMS, data is only available after customer starts 6-month trial in www.myaudiconnect.com)" REMOVED: "?Verify system connects to mobile network (if equipped). Review TSB 2042942 for additional information" REMOVED: "No data available at PDI" from ?"Check Wi-Fi hotspot visibility"On-Hoist Inspection REMOVED: Perform a coolant reservoir cap pressure test Driving Performance: ADDED: "Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality" Post-Road Test Inspection: CHANGED: "Interrogate fault memory and print Diagnostic Log" to "Interrogate fault memory and upload Diagnostic Log to GFF Paperless Server" MOVED: "Check Service Interval and verify correct interval is displayed", "Check engine oil level", "Check all fluid levels and top off if necessary", and "Perform a battery test" from Under the Hood section ADDED: "**" to the end of "Apply Inventory Maintenance Sticker**" "?Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains charged at all times**"
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TSB/Document ID: MY 2018 PDI 3-8-
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2017-03-08
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MFR Component System:
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2018
A4/S4/A4 allroad
Audi
Pre-Delivery Inspection
Stock No.
Dealer Number
R.O. No.
VIN
Road test mileage out
Road test mileage in
Reminders
All items must be completed prior to customer delivery by an Audi
technician
Audi
recommends using an Audi
approved battery charger to prevent excessive battery discharge during inspection
ALL PDI function tests must be run in Guided Fault Finding (GFF) only. Do NOT use Guided Functions for any PDI related test
as these will not be uploaded to the Paperless Server. Refer to the Special functions tab of ODIS Diagnosis for using GFF for PDI
function tests
It is advised to start ODIS with the engine running to enable all 5F Test Plans in GFF and also to ensure SVM sees all control units
during the SVM check vehicle configuration
For items marked with *, please refer to the PDI Technician Reference Document posted on ServiceNet for additional information
For items marked with **, follow instructions for stock inventory vehicle
Vehicle Preparation
Trunk Inspection (continued)
Check Elsa for open campaigns and updates
Set spare tire pressure*
Deactivate vehicle transport mode*
This step must be performed with the engine off, and ignition on
Check battery clamps for proper torque*
Set adaption channel to enable CD Ripping (if equipped with
NAV)*
Verify operation of all seat belts and latches
Set service reminder*
Perform any open campaigns*
Interior
Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls*
Inspect mirrors for proper operation*
Check rear view mirror operation*
Exterior
Verify operation of all interior lights
Inspect exterior for damage, dings, dents and surface
scratches
Verify SOS button is green and Roadside assistance button
LED will remain off (if equipped)
Check all key buttons and features*
Verify operation of heated seats/ventilated (if equipped)
Verify proper operation of climate control*
Lighting and Windshield
Test exterior lighting functions
Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)*
Trunk Inspection
Verify trunk is operational
Inspect operation of all power outlets*
Check panoramic sunroof and sunshade operation*
Verify the glove compartment opens and closes properly
Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection
System
Verify operation of emergency release handle
Settings
Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*
Set Time source setting to “GPS” and set Auto daylight savings time to “on”*
Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment
Verify operation of MMI touch pad (if equipped)
Verify inflatable spare tire and compressor are present
Set Time to “Automatic setting” and “Automatic time zone”
Effective 3-8-2017-US
Version 1.1
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI) | 1
2018
A4/S4/A4 allroad
Audi
Pre-Delivery Inspection
Settings (continued)
Driving Performance (continued)
Verify and set language and Measurement Units*
Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality*
Verify Speech dialog system is operating*
Verify engine performance and acceleration*
Set “Entertain. Fad.” in Parking aid to an audible level*
Verify transmission operation, including shift paddles (if
equipped)
Load Onboard Video Tutorials*
Set “Music volume while parking” to 6 lines*
Set dealership location in navigation (if equipped)*
Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)*
Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*
Check steering/tire alignment
Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise
Calibrate rear view mirror*
Media / Radio / SAT
Verify quality of radio reception in AM/FM/SiriusXM bands
Verify operation of AMI or aux. input (if equipped)
Verify operation of CD/DVD player (if equipped)
Insert SD card and test function of all slots
Program the presets to local stations
Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*
Driver Assistance
Verify cruise control/ACC functionality (if equipped)
Verify Audi
side assist functionality (if equipped)
Verify operation of parking system (if equipped)*
Verify all vehicle Head-up display functionality (if equipped)*
Audi
connect (USA ONLY) (if equipped)
Verify Audi
connect Information Packet is present (if
equipped)*
Check LTE connection is possible (if vehicle is marked retail
sold in DMS, data is only available after customer starts
6-month trial in www.myaudiconnect.com)
Turn on the wireless network (if equipped)*
Check Wi-Fi hotspot visibility (if equipped)*
Enable Google Earth (if equipped)*
Activate NAV and follow directions back to dealership (if
equipped)
Post-Road Test Inspection
Interrogate fault memory and upload Diagnostic Log to GFF
Paperless Server
Check Service Interval and verify correct interval is displayed*
Check engine oil level*
Check all fluid levels and top off if necessary
On-Hoist Inspection
Perform a battery test*
Remove transport suspension blocks (follow ELSA instruction)
Ensure the yellow tire pressure tag is installed on the steering wheel
Check steering, boots, brake system, hoses, tires and wheels
for damage
Apply Inventory Maintenance Sticker**
Check underside of vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components
Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains
charged at all times**
Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*
Install wheel locks (if equipped)
Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied*
Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle*
Driving Performance
Check horn operation
Verify hold and release of electronic parking brake
Effective 3-8-2017-US
Version 1.1
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI) | 2
2018
A4/S4/A4 allroad
Audi
Pre-Delivery Inspection
Technician
I certify that all operations have been completed and this vehicle has been prepared in accordance with Audi
Procedures and
Quality Standards, and has met the standards for Perfect Delivery.
Technician Signature
Effective 3-8-2017-US
Version 1.1
Last 8 of VIN
Completion Date
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI) | 3
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