Technical Service Bulletin
21 Mil on - P0299 Negative pressure deviation, turbocharger excessive wastegate play
21 13 11 2031245/2 March 6, 2013. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 21 number 12-10 dated
October 25, 2012 for reasons listed below.

Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

2009-2010

All

6 speed automatic (0B6)

A4
A5
A5 Cab

Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision

Date

Purpose

2

-

Revised Warranty (SRT times)

1

10/25/12

Original publication

BOTH of the following apply:
• MIL on, DTC P0299 (Negative Pressure Deviation) is stored.
• Turbocharger waste gate flap has play.

Technical Background
Under certain driving conditions, the linkage for the waste gate actuation can encounter excessive wear which
leads to play at the waste gate flap. This leads to boost escaping through a loose flap, which sets DTC P0299
(Negative Pressure Deviation).

Production Solution
Not applicable.

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Service
1. Remove turbocharger as per ELSA instructions: Repair Manual >> Engine / Engine Mechanical >> 21
Turbocharger, G-Charger >> Removal and Installation >> Turbocharger.
2. Install clip 06J145220B on a replacement
turbocharger’s link plate and actuating rod joint
as illustrated (Figures 1 and 2).

Figure 1. Fit the clip from the side.

Figure 2. Turn the clip counter clockwise till the lugs slot in.

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Tip:
• The spring clip must not be overstretched. The
maximum opening of the spring clip is 14 mm
(Figure 3, 1).
• The spring clip must be replaced after every
removal.

Figure 3. (1) Maximum opening of clip, (2) Position of
original circlip
3. After fitting the spring clip, check for correct fit
(Figure 4).

Figure 4. Correctly-fitted clip.
4. After fitting the spring clip, check the position of
the original circlip (Figure 5, 2) and correct it if
necessary.

Figure 5. (1) Maximum opening of clip, (2) Position of
original circlip
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5. Install the new turbocharger as per Repair Manual >> Engine >> Engine Mechanical >> 21 Turbocharger, GCharger >> Removal and Installation >> Turbocharger.

Note: Do not install clip on a used or pre-damaged turbocharger, as the same level of improvement as on
a new part is not achieved.

Warranty
Claim Type:

Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin
is informational only.

Service Number:

2130

Damage Code:

0018

Labor Operations:

Turbocharger remove + reinstall

2130 1913

370 TU

Turbocharger replace

2130 5563

30 TU

Install clip on turbocharger

2130 2199

10 TU

Diagnostic Time:

GFF – Checking and clearing fault codes included 0150 0000
in existing labor operations

Time stated on
diagnostic
protocol
(Max 40 TU)

Road test prior to service procedure

0121 0002

10 TU

Road test after service procedure

0121 0004

10 TU

Technical diagnosis at dealer’s discretion
(Refer to Section 2.2.1.2 and Audi Warranty Online for DADP allowance details)
Claim Comment:

As per TSB #2031245/2

All warranty claims submitted for payment must be in accordance with the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures
Manual. Claims are subject to review or audit by Audi Warranty.

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Required Parts and Tools
Part Number

Part Description

Quantity

06J145220B

Clip

1

8K0253115H

Gasket

1

WHT002514

Shouldered hex. Nut, self-locking

4

N 10730201

Stud

4

06F145757L

Gasket

2

06F253039F

Gasket

1

N 0138149

Seal ring

6

N 0138514

Seal ring

2

06H145702S

Turbocharger

1

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

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