Technical Service Bulletin
01 MIL on (DTCs P2015, P2020)
01 13 50 2030192/2 December 20, 2013. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 12-55 dated
October 22, 2012 for reasons listed below.
Model(s)

Year

VIN Range

Vehicle-Specific Equipment

S5

2008

000001 - 999999

4.2 FSI

S5

2009

000001 - 025001

4.2 FSI

A6

2007-09

000001 - 999999

4.2 FSI

S6

2007-11

000001 - 999999

5.2 FSI

A8

2007 - 2008

000001 - 999999

4.2 FSI

A8

2009

000001 -009301

4.2 FSI

S8

2007-09

000001 - 999999

5.2 FSI

Q7

2007 - 2008

000001 - 999999

4.2 FSI

Q7

2009

000001 - 025001

4.2 FSI

Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision

Date

Purpose

2

-

Revised header data (Added customer codes; added DTCs)
Revised Service (Clarified steps)
Revised Warranty (Corrected TUs)

1

10/22/2012

Initial publication

• MIL on.
• The following DTCs are stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (address word 01):
• DTC P2015: Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Range/Performance
• DTC P2020: Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor/Switch Circuit Bank 2 Range/Performance
• Engine may have reduced power without significant loss of power or stalling.

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Technical Background
A deformed oil seal behind the potentiometer (Figure 1)
causes a linkage of the intake manifold flap adjustment to
stick, which sets the DTCs.

Figure 1. Potentiometer.
When the potentiometer is removed, the oil seal can be
seen (Figure 2).

Figure 2. After the potentiometer is removed, the oil
seal can be seen. The image on the left shows a
correct oil seal and the image on the right shows a
deformed oil seal.

Production Solution
Not applicable.

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Service
1. Check the vehicle service history to determine if the improved “B” suffix V157 intake flap motor has been
installed:
• If the motor has already been installed, proceed with step 2.
• If the motor has not been installed, install it before proceeding to step 2.
2. To avoid sticking linkage in the future, remove the
seal spring before installation (Figure 3). Use your
finger to remove the spring. Screwdrivers or other
tools may damage the sealing lip.

Figure 3. The image on the left shows the correct way to
remove the spring. The image on the right shows the
spring after it has been removed.
3. Remove the potentiometer by removing the two M4x14
bolts (Figure 4), then check the potentiometer and its
flange for damage.

Figure 4. Two M4x14 bolts to be removed.

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4. Use a screwdriver to gently remove the seal ring by
pushing the screwdriver under the seal (Figure 5).

Figure 5. Removing the seal with a screwdriver.
5. Clean the potentiometer seal mounting area, then lightly oil the surface with 10W40 motor oil.
6. Insert the seal. The open side of the seal faces the
potentiometer. Use your fingers to press the seal ring into
the seal mount firmly. Ensure that the seal is fully inserted
(Figure 6).

Figure 6. Correctly-inserted seal.

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7. Lightly oil the potentiometer before installation. Additionally,
apply oil the contact surfaces of the sensor (Figure 7) and
inner ring of the lip seal ring

Figure 7. Lightly-oiled sensor.
8. Fit the potentiometer then fit the sensor with a light turning
movement. Attach it with 2 bolts (M4X14), tightening
torque 1.7Nm + 0.2 Nm (Figure 8).

Figure 8. Two bolts to be tightened.
9. After linkage is reassembled, run the intake manifold runner flap adaptation in Guided Functions.

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Warranty
Claim Type:

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

Service Number:

2465

Damage Code:

0040

Labor Operations:

For all vehicles:
Modify seal ring + remove and reinstall seals

2465 3199

10 TU

Variable intake manifold flap potentiometers
remove + install

2465 2019

40 TU

Air flap drive unit remove + replace (only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already
installed)

2490 1919

70 TU

Variable intake manifold flap potentiometers
remove + install

2465 2019

40 TU

Air flap drive unit remove + replace (only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already
installed)

2490 1919

70 TU

Variable intake manifold flap potentiometers
remove + install

2465 2019

40 TU

Air flap drive unit remove + replace (only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already
installed)

2490 1919

40 TU

Variable intake manifold flap potentiometers
remove + install

2465 2069

20 TU

Air flap drive unit remove + replace (only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already
installed)

2490 1969

20 TU

Intake manifold remove + reinstall

2447 1919

190 TU

For A6:

For A8:

For Q7:

For S5:

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Fuel system pressure decrease

2003 0069

10 TU

Variable intake manifold flap potentiometers
remove + install

2465 1973

10 TU

Air flap drive unit remove + replace (only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already
installed)

2490 1973

10 TU

Radiator remove + reinstall

1970 1923

250 TU

Variable intake manifold flap potentiometers
remove + install

2465 1973

10 TU

Air flap drive unit remove + replace (only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already
installed)

2490 1973

10 TU

Radiator remove + reinstall

1970 1923

250 TU

GFF

0150 0000

20 TU

Road test prior to service procedure

No allowance

0 TU

Road test after service procedure

0121 0004

10 TU

For S6:

For S8:

Diagnostic Time:

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 #2030192/2

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

036133696C

Potentiometer seal

2

Per ETKA

Intake manifold gaskets (For S5)

2

079129086B

V8 FSI – V157 intake flap motor (lower) (replace only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already installed)

1

07L129086B

V10 FSI – V157 intake flap motor (lower) (replace only if
improved “ B” suffix part was not already installed)

1

Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2030192) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.

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