PSS 90 Instrument cluster map is blank after start-up
90 19 11 2054351/1 March 26, 2019.
Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

A3

2018 - 2019

All

MIB2 High Navigation

Condition
Customer states:
 The instrument cluster map display is blank after start-up.
Workshop findings:
 No relevant DTCs are stored in either the Instrument cluster control module, J285 (address word 0017) or the
information electronics control module 1, J794 (address word 005F).

Technical Background
A software bug in the instrument cluster can cause the map not to display if the vehicle is placed in reverse after
start-up, then put into park, and the driver’s door is opened (Figure 1).

Figure 1. Map section is blank in the instrument cluster display.

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Production Solution
Not applicable.

Service
1. Diagnose the vehicle according to the instructions listed below. If the customer’s vehicle condition matches
the condition listed in the Technical Background of this PSS TSB, explain to the customer that a solution is
forthcoming and that no repairs are necessary at this point.
2. Do not replace any components for this condition since this will not resolve the customer’s concern.
3. Condition verification procedure:
 Check/Ask the customer if the map is/was visible in the middle of the speedometer when displayed with
big tachometer/speedometer tubes.
 If so, please follow TSB 2052820: 91 Audi virtual cockpit map section displayed inside the speedometer.
4. Create a PSS record in the PSS application through the Pending Service Solutions (PSS) link in AccessAudi
(under Related Links >> Service), or through the Technical Assistance Page in Elsa.

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

Additional Information
The following Technical Service Bulletin will be necessary to complete this procedure:
 TSB 2052820, 91 Audi virtual cockpit map section displayed inside the speedometer.
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2054351) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and/or ETKA for the latest information and parts bulletins. Please check the
Repair Manual for fasteners, bolts, nuts, and screws that require replacement during the repair.
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