Install underbody trim panels:
•

Installation is the reverse order of removal.

•

Torque bolts and for braces to 20 Nm.

•

Torque remaining fasteners to 2 Nm.

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procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
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Re-energize high-voltage system and perform
potential equalization test:
•

Use test plan “008C_Isolationswiderstand_
HV_Batterie_messen_93D2” under address
word 008C.

If high-voltage battery was replaced, perform J840
replacement test plan:
•

Select the Guided Functions test plan
“8C – Replace control module” under address
word 008C.

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Fill coolant:
NOTE
•

Coolant (40%) and distilled water (60%) for
freeze protection down to -25 ºC (-13 °F)

•

Coolant (50%) and distilled water (50%) for
freeze protection down to -36 ºC (-32.8 °F)

•

Refer to ETKA for the correct coolant.

•

See ELSA Repair Manual: Repair manual >
Engine > 4-Cylinder Direct Injection 1.2L; 1.4L
4V TFSI Engine (EA211) > 19 Cooling System
> Coolant System/Coolant > Coolant, Draining
and Filling > Coolant, Filling, High-Voltage
System Cooling Components

•

Perform
ODIS
“Cooling
system
filling/bleeding” test plan as required.

•

Follow on screen prompts.

Install coolant expansion tank cap:
•

Install expansion tank cap .

•

Secure the cap with new seal .

Part Number

Part Description

5Q0.121.809.A

Seal

•

Ensure the cable of the seal is wrapped
around the return hose so that the cap
cannot be removed.

Final steps:
•

Clear all repair related faults using Guided
Fault Finding.

•

Exit GFF and send diagnostic protocol online
when prompted.

Proceed to Section G

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procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Section G – Campaign Completion Stamp
•

Once the campaign has been completed,
the technician should stamp the repair
order.

•

Stamps are available for ordering through
the Compliance Label Ordering Portal.

•

Proceed to Section H.

Item#: AUD4927ENG

-OR-

Item # AUD4927FRE

Section H - Parts Return/Disposal
Properly store (retain), destroy or dispose of removed parts in accordance with all state/province and local
requirements, unless otherwise indicated and/or requested through the Warranty Parts Portal (WPP) for U.S. and
the Part Destruction and Core Disposition Report for Canada.
U.S. Dealers:
Cell modules with corrosion and battery assemblies replaced during the 93D2 Service Action must be properly
recycled, see Section E of the 93D2 Service Action Circular. Dealers must use Kinsbursky Brothers Intl. (KBI) to
facilitate the recycling of corroded cell modules and battery assemblies.
Dealers will work directly with KBI to coordinate the return of any cell modules with signs of corrosion and battery
assemblies related to the 93D2 Service Action. KBI will supply dealers with the necessary shipping labels and
special packaging for the return of each corroded cell module. Battery assemblies must be returned in the
replacement battery packaging.
After completing the 93D2 Service Action dealers should refer to Appendix G (A3 Battery Service Action Portal
User Instructions) in the circular and do the following:
•
•

•

Registration (One time only)
 Visit the A3 e-tron website at https://a3.evbatteryreturns.com and register the dealership with KBI
Module and Battery Returns
 Complete the Battery Return Request Form through the A3 Battery Service Action Portal
 Return of Corroded Cell Modules and Batteries
 Pack the corroded cell modules in the KBI provided packaging; one module per package
 Pack the battery assembly in the packaging from the new battery
 Use the KBI provided Bill of Lading, hazardous material labels and markings
• You must retain a copy of the Bill of Lading for 2 years per the (DOT) Department
of Transportation and/or 3 years if you are Universal Waste Handler in California
or a Large Quantity Handler of Universal Waste in any other state
Tracking
 Use the A3 Battery Service Action Portal to track the module and battery shipments

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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
•

Once the shipments are received download Certificate of Acceptance for each shipment and
retain with the repair order

Transportation and Recycling Cost Reconciliation
 Refer to the Claim Entry Instructions section in the 93D2 Service Action Circular on how to submit
for reimbursement of the transportation and recycling costs accrued with the return and recycling
of the modules and battery.

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Appendix A – Cooling System Tester -VAS691005/1- Self-Test
•

This test ensures the -VAS691005/1-
does not leak.

•

Test can be done with either -VAS1397A- or
-VAS1397B-.

•

No other tools should be attached to the
-VAS691005/1- connection B .

•

-VAS1397A- shown.

Clean -VAS691005/1-:
•

No other tools should be attached to the
-VAS691005/1- .

•

Connect cleaning nozzle to connection A
.

•

Open cut-off valves A and C .

•

Clean -VAS691005/1- with compressed air.
NOTE

The -VAS691005/1- must be cleaned before and
after the cooling system leak test.

Performing -VAS691005/1- self test:
•

Using VAS1397A:
o

•

Attach connection A of
-VAS691005/1- to connection II on
turbocharger tester -VAG1397A-.

Using VAS1397B:
o

Attach connection A of
-VAS691005/1- to connection II on
turbocharger tester -VAG1397B-.

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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•

Connect connection C of -VAS691005/1- to
hand pump -VAG1274B-.

•

Open cut-off valves A and C on
-VAS691005/1-.

•

Using -VAG1397A-:

•

o

Turn
on
turbocharger
-VAG1397A-.

o

Select setting II .

tester

Using -VAG1397B-:
o

Turn
on
turbocharger
-VAG1397B-.

tester

o

Press the menu button until the
relative pressure setting (P-rel) is
displayed .

o

Wait approximately 30 seconds for
tester to calibrate.

o

Display will then read 0.000.

CAUTION
Risk of Tool Damage!
Do not exceed 2.99 bar or irreparable damage to
the tool will occur.
•

Using hand pump -VAG1274B-, build up
pressure
until
turbocharger
tester
-VAG1397A/B- reads approximately 2.5 bar.

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Stabilize

Pressure loss
< 0 mbar = OK

•

Close cut-off
-VAS691005/1-.

•

Allow pressure to stabilize for one minute.

•

After the pressure is stable, wait 30 seconds
and check pressure drop on turbocharger
tester -VAG1397A/B-.

•

If there is no pressure loss after one minute,
then the -VAS691005/1- is OK.

valve

C

on

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Appendix B – High-Voltage Battery Cooling System Leak Test
•

This test ensures the cooling system is
properly sealed prior to sealing the highvoltage battery housing.

•

Test can be done with either -VAS1397A- or
-VAS1397B-.

•

Seal off coolant connection on highvoltage
battery
with
sealing
plug
-VAS691005/3-.

•

Connect cooling system test adapter
-VAS691005/4- to coolant connection on
high-voltage battery.

•

Connect connection B of -VAS691005/1to test adapter -VAS691005/4- .

•

Using VAG1397A:
o

•

Attach connection A of
-VAS691005/1- to connection II on
turbocharger tester -VAG1397A-.

Using VAG1397B:
o

Attach connection A of
-VAS691005/1- to connection II on
turbocharger tester -VAG1397B-.

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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•

Connect connection C of -VAS691005/1- to
hand pump -VAG1274B-.

•

Open cut-off valves A and C on
-VAS691005/1-.

•

Using -VAG1397A-:

•

o

Turn
on
turbocharger
-VAG1397A-.

o

Select setting II .

tester

Using -VAG1397B-:
o

Turn
on
turbocharger
-VAG1397B-.

tester

o

Press the menu button until the
relative pressure setting (P-rel) is
displayed .

o

Wait approximately 30 seconds for
tester to calibrate.

o

Display will then read 0.000.

CAUTION
Risk of Tool Damage!
Do not exceed 2.99 bar or irreparable damage to
the tool will occur.
•

Using hand pump -VAG1274B-, build up
pressure
until
turbocharger
tester
-VAG1397A- reads 2.5 bar.

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Stabilize

Pressure loss
< 0.020 bar =
OK

•

Close cut-off
-VAS691005/1-.

•

Allow pressure to stabilize for one minute.

•

After the pressure is stable, wait 10 minutes
and check pressure drop on turbocharger
tester -VAG1397A/B-.

•

If pressure drop does not exceed 0.020 bar
after 10 minutes, then the cooling system is
OK.

valve

C

on

The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2020 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Appendix C – -VAS6911/3A- Adapter Self-Test