NHTSA ID Number: 10157200
Manufacturer Communication Number: 2019 A6 20190114
TSB/Document Date: 2019-04-08
Summary
Select Owner Priorities section: All items replaced. Seating Section: REMOVED: ?Lower Anchors & Tethers for Children (LATCH) provisions in rear seats (DUPLICATE) Infotainment Section: REMOVED: Audi
music interfacce with two USB ports. REMOVED: "response" from MMI touch response with handwriting-recognition technology Sign-off Section: CHANGED: "Second Delivery" to "New Vehicle Orientation"
2019
A6
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 a certified 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) using PDI Total Function Test Plan 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
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
Verify tool kit is installed securely in luggage compartment
Perform any open campaigns*
Set spare tire pressure (if equipped)*
Run Total PDI Test*
If vehicle doesn’t deactivate Vehicle Transport Mode or Flight
Mode, please follow the steps below
Check battery clamps for proper torque*
Deactivate Flight Mode for Telematics Control Unit (ConBox)
using Self-Diagnosis Adaptation*
Note: The VAS 6154 diagnostic head is required. See Technician Reference Document or TSB 2052299
Place one PR Number Label in the Warranty and Maintenance Book inside front cover and one on the Rear Panel Sill
Frame under the luggage compartment floor, if not already
there*
Interior
Deactivate air suspension loading mode (if equipped)*
Verify operation of all seat belts and latches
Set service reminder*
Check operation of window, lock, and seat controls*
Exterior
Check all key buttons and features*
Check all doors for proper power closing (if equipped)*
Inspect exterior for damage, dings, dents and surface
scratches
Inspect mirrors for proper operation*
Check rear view mirror operation*
Verify operation of all interior lights
Check heated steering wheel operation (if equipped)
Verify operation of heated/ventilated and massaging seats
(if equipped)*
Lighting and Windshield
Verify operation of manual folding 2nd row
Test exterior lighting functions
Verify proper operation of climate control*
Test front washers (and headlight washers if equipped)*
Inspect operation of all power outlets*
Install wiper blades
Check sunroof and sunshade operation*
Trunk Inspection
Verify operation of front Passenger Occupant Detection
System
Verify trunk is operational
Verify operation of rear side manual sunshades (if equipped)
Verify operation of emergency release handle
Verify operation of power rear sunshade (if equipped)
Install wheel bolt cover removal tool from PDI kit into trunk
tool kit*
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2019
A6
Audi
Pre-Delivery Inspection
Settings
Driving Performance (continued)
Verify operation of MMI® touch screens, upper and lower
Verify engine performance and acceleration*
Set Time source setting to “GPS” and set Auto daylight savings time to “on”*
Verify transmission operation, including shift paddles
Verify and set language and measurement units*
Verify Speech Dialog System is operating*
Set “Music volume while parking” to medium*
Set dealership location in navigation*
Turn off Manual Speed Warning (if equipped)*
Media / Radio / SAT
Verify operation of all USB ports
Verify operation of aux. input
Verify operation of CD/DVD player (if equipped)
Test drive vehicle applying brakes several times*
Check adaptive air suspension in all positions (if equipped)
Check steering/tire alignment
Check for squeaks, rattles and wind noise
Calibrate rear view mirror*
Verify quality of radio reception in AM/FM/SiriusXM® bands
Driver Assistance
Verify all cruise control functions
Verify cruise control/ACC with Stop & Go functionality (if
equipped), which includes the following:
Insert SD card and test function of slot
Adaptive Cruise Assist
Program the presets to local stations
Turn Assist
Verify HD Radio is turned “off”*
Intersection Assistant
Verify Audi
phone box sticker and registration information is
present (if equipped). See TSB 2051720
Traffic Jam Assist
Audi
connect® (USA ONLY)
Turn on the Wi-Fi® hotspot (if equipped)*
Check Wi-Fi® hotspot visibility. No data available at PDI due
to dealer demo mode (if equipped)*
Enable satellite map for navigation (if equipped)*
Predictive Efficiency Assist
Active lane assist with emergency assistant
Traffic sign recognition
Verify Audi
side assist functionality Pre sense® rear (if
equipped)
Verify operation of night vision camera (if equipped)
Verify operation of parking system*
On-Hoist Inspection
Verify all vehicle Head-up display functionality (if equipped)*
Remove transport suspension blocks (follow ELSA instruction)
Verify operation of High-beam assistant (if equipped)
Activate NAV and follow directions back to dealership
Check steering, boots, brake system, hoses, tires and wheels
for damage
Post-Road Test Inspection
Check underside of vehicle for fluid leaks and loose components
Interrogate fault memory and upload diagnostic log to GFF
Paperless Server
Install wheel locks (if equipped)
Check service interval and verify correct interval is displayed
Install wheel bolt covers and center caps as supplied*
Check engine oil level*
Inspect wheel bolts for proper torque*
Check all fluid levels and top off if necessary
Set and store tire pressures for either sold vehicle OR stock
inventory vehicle*
Ensure the yellow tire pressure tag is installed on the steering wheel
Driving Performance
Check horn operation
Apply 30 Day Inventory Maintenance Sticker**
Install showroom charger to ensure battery remains
charged at all times**
Verify hold and release of electronic parking brake
Verify engine Start-Stop System functionality*
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2019
A6
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
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Last 8 of VIN
Completion Date
PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI) | 3
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TSB/Document ID: 2019 A6 20190114
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2019-01-14
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: SEATS
MFR Component System:
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- Do the scanning for engine
- Support OBDII/EOBD Ten Modes of Operation
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, Sprinter
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