NHTSA ID Number: 10253421
Manufacturer Communication Number: A8-S8
TSB/Document Date: 2024-04-22
Summary
Audi
Delivery Guidelines.
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- Scanner POR V2.0 with all obd2 services
- Do the scanning for engine
- Support OBDII/EOBD Ten Modes of Operation
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TSB/Document ID: A8-S8
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2013-01-01
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
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PERFECT DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI)
2013
A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8
Client
Audi
Delivery Guidelines
VIN
Delivery Date
Pre-Delivery
Ensure Final Vehicle Quality Inspection Is Completed
FF Enroll customer in Audi
connect Services (http://MyAudiconnect.com/)(if equipped and Audi![]()
connect Request to Initiate Services and T-Mobile T&C are signed)
FF Deactivate the connection prompts for the online services (TEL function button > Settings >
Connections > Data Connection > select No Prompt)
FF Inspect exterior for damage, dings, dents and surface scratches
FF Check interior for cleanliness, grease marks and damage. Repair all defects prior to customer delivery
FF Verify vehicle is equipped as specified and all accessories are installed
FF Check front/rear floor mats are locked in
Customer Priority Topics
1.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
3.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
How long would the client like to spend on topics today?_______________________________________
Priority Delivery Topics
Personalize Vehicle Settings
FF Audio and Entertainment
System Controls
FF Bluetooth: Connect customer’s Bluetooth phone and assist in copying and accessing
phonebook entries. Ensure connection will occur automatically upon re-entry if desired.
Refer to www.audiusa.com/bluetooth for compatible phone list
FF HVAC (Heating, Ventilation,
Air Conditioning) Controls
FF Adjust mirrors, seats, and steering column to customer preference
FF Navigation System
FF Assist with radio station presets
FF Memory Seats
FF Show how to connect iPod/MP3. Demonstrate AMI, SD cards and Aux-in jack (if equipped)
Bluetooth Capability
FF Pair the customer’s phone with the vehicle
FF Demonstrate making a call via Voice and Steering Wheel commands
FF Demonstrate how to answer, ignore and end calls
FF Conference calling (enable in the MMI under Telephone function button > Settings control button >
Call Options)
FF Dialing from directories/phonebook (received, missed, dialed calls)
FF Explain A2DP capabilities
FF Refer to www.audiusa.com/bluetooth for compatible phone list
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2013 A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8 | Audi
Delivery Guidelines
Client
VIN
Delivery Date
Voice Controls
FF Demonstrate the voice command feature (i.e., accessing “Help,” dialing a phone number, calling
a contact, using the steering wheel voice command button, etc.)
FF Have the customer complete the speech training to allow the Voice Recognition System to learn and
adapt to the customer’s voice (Main Menu > Setup MMI > Voice Recognition > Individual Speech Training)
FF Radio station, CD/DVD, or Jukebox
Introduce MMI Navigation System
FF Review the MMI controls and basic functionality (buttons: function, on/off, arrow control, and back)
FF MMI touch control panel with integrated handwriting recognition
FF Input letters, numbers symbols, add a space, delete a character
FF Moving a map and adjusting the sound distribution
FF Saving/selecting a radio station
FF Scroll through album covers (avail. if music is downloaded onto MMI hard drive)
FF Use the DVD main menu
FF Demo Audio Sources: Show how to connect iPod via AMI, MP3/SD cards, Bluetooth audio player.
Explain the jukebox functionality
FF Explain CD and DVD loading/unloading
Audi
connect (if equipped)
FF Ensure customer has requested activation of Audi
connect
FF Provide overview of features (activate services before customer arrival)
FF Point out that the Audi
connect Brochure (located in the glove box) contains additional
information for customer review after delivery
FF Explain trial period for Audi
connect and how to extend service
FF Show traffic reports, fuel updates, weather information, real-time news feeds
FF Explain Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities
FF Have customer set up their Wi-Fi password via Telephone > Settings > Connections > Wireless Network
Settings > Select “password.” Ask the customer to enter an easy way to remember the password. Then
select “apply settings” to save it.
FF Explain the purpose of setting up a myAudi account at my.audiusa.com/Audiconnect
Navigation
FF Show how to input an address and a POI as the destination using the MMI and voice commands.
(Use Online Destinations if equipped with Audi
connect)
FF Show how to enter a stopover
FF Demo how to “cancel” route guidance using voice commands (“Cancel route guidance”)
and the MMI (NAV > Destination > Cancel)
FF Show how to store a destination
FF Show how to customize route “criteria” (e.g., avoid toll roads) and “Settings” (e.g., 3D map
and Map Orientation, and Google Earth Mapping [with Audi connect services enabled])
FF Show how to manipulate the map (zoom, scroll map area)
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2013 A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8 | Audi
Delivery Guidelines
Client
VIN
Delivery Date
Navigation (continued)
FF Show how to repeat the last navigation announcement using the iNav steering wheel button
FF Show how to access TMC reports via Sirius and traffic reports via Audi
connect
FF Show how to set the power locking options in the MMI
FF Show how to set the ambient lighting in the vehicle interior
FF Explain Tire Pressure Monitoring System and how to reset in the MMI
FF Explain the settings for the Bang & Olufsen® system (if equipped)
Media Overview
Radio (AM/FM/SAT)
FF Show how to program preferred radio stations. Up to 6 presets available on the MMI touch
control panel
FF Explain the scanning/tuning functions
FF Walk the customer through the steps to program favorite radio stations (press and hold knob).
The customer should do this with your guidance
FF Show the customer the manual seek feature. Select the FM Band > Functions. Turn control knob
to Tuning/Channels and press the knob.
Cover Art
FF Not available on iPod (available if using “R” cable)
FF Flash SD media–show how to use SD card, USB via AMI
FF Jukebox (Cover Flow available to flip through album covers)
Jukebox–Hard drive
FF Capacity (20 GB/up to 3,000 songs)
FF Format
FF Demonstrate importing and sorting
Video Capability
FF Flash SD/DVD Jukebox
FF Video Format
Rear Seats (if equipped with the following):
FF Rear heated seats
FF Rear seat ventilation and massage
FF Rear seat lumbar and power adjustments
FF Rear seat pass through
FF Rear seat entertainment system (RSE)
FF Show how to turn the RSE on/off
FF Review the RSE controls
FF Show how to turn wireless headphones on/off
FF Show how to use the control knob joystick function
FF Show the location of the RSE DVD drive
FF Review video playback information
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PERFECT DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI)
2013 A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8 | Audi
Delivery Guidelines
Client
VIN
Delivery Date
Interior
FF Show seat, mirrors and steering column adjustments
FF Demonstrate seat positioning using front seat controls. Show how to adjust headrest in all
different axis directions
FF Seat memory setting
FF Seat ventilation and massage–Front and rear (if equipped)
FF Mention seatbelt movement
FF Adjust exterior mirrors. Advise exterior mirrors fold in, make adjustments in the MMI
FF Show how to activate heated mirrors
FF Explain exterior mirror tilt function
FF Demonstrate heated steering wheel operation (if equipped)
FF Show integrated foot rest on back of front seats (if equipped)
FF Show how to adjust comfort arm rest (longitudinal adjustment)
FF Sunroof operation and rear sunshade operation
FF Climate control functions (front and rear). Explain “hi”/“lo” settings for faster heating and cooling
FF Fan settings/speed
FF Explain that the small red triangle puts the system into AUTO mode and that it will automatically
adjust the fan speed to reach the temperature
FF Show how to activate seat heating/ventilation
FF Multifunction steering wheel functions (toggle, scrolling, menu button)
FF Explain Star (*) button on the steering wheel (if equipped)–If in the Preset Station List, press
the * button to cycle through presets. If in Station List, press * button to cycle through station list.
FF Wiper/washer system/rain sensor
FF Review the start-stop-system information card with the customer. Explain the system functionality
(if applicable)
FF Show how to set daylight savings time and time zone manually
FF Driver info display/Trip computer: Explain toggle function via “RESET” on stalk.
Show the different tabs that will display
FF Show how to access the Vehicle functions within each tab. Point out the items which can be set
via the MMI (e.g., time, miles vs. km, etc.). Reset “Trip Comp 1 and 2” prior to delivery
FF Demonstrate valet function (ensure not activated) – refer to OM for details
FF Homelink® location and setup
FF Cooled glove box
FF “Passenger Side Airbag Off” light: Illuminates if no occupant in passenger seat or
if occupant is “out of position”
In Car Video Tutorials
FF Show the customer how to view the In Car Video Tutorials. Select the Car function button >
Owner’s Man. Control button and follow the prompts
FF Point out these videos can also be viewed on the Audi
technology website:
http://audiusa.com/technology or at the Audi
YouTube site at:
http://www.youtube.com/audiusa in the Audi
Technology Tutorials section
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PERFECT DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI)
2013 A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8 | Audi
Delivery Guidelines
Client
VIN
Delivery Date
Exterior
FF Show how to open fuel door – push/pull release
FF Demonstrate how to open/close the rear lid via the Hands-free trunk release, remote control
master key, switch in driver’s door and lock switch in luggage compartment
Owner’s Documents
FF License/insurance/registration/title (if applicable)
FF Warranty & Maintenance Booklet (stamp to confirm PDI was completed).
Adhere “vehicle identification label” from the vehicle trunk to the inside cover of the Warranty
& Maintenance Booklet prior to delivery
FF 24-Hour Roadside Assistance information, ask customer to program number in their phone
FF Owner’s Manual, MMI Manual and other manuals as equipped
FF Quick Reference Guides as appropriate
FF Tire Warranty Booklet: Explain coverage from tire manufacturer
FF All keys (2 remotes, 1 emergency, 1 valet) walk customer through programming
FF Provide Audi
Care Information
FF Lemon Law Rights Booklet or Lemon Law Notice as required by law
FF Only use oil that meets Audi
502.00 standards
FF Advise the customer that Audi
recommends using Top Tier Detergent Gasoline with a
minimum octane rating of 91AKI (95 RON)
FF Review the recommended maintenance schedule. Explain the importance of getting the
Warranty & Maintenance Booklet stamped for each maintenance performed
Orientation Drive
FF Keyless Go: No ignition for key. Show how to start vehicle using Start/Stop button.
Discuss that foot must be on brake when starting/stopping
FF Activate and demonstrate navigation system with real-time traffic
FF Demonstrate operation of Audi
parking system plus with rear view camera and top or
corner view cameras (if equipped)
FF Explain the High Beam Assistant functionality
FF Explain Adaptive air suspension function
FF Explain Audi
drive select modes and how to select/change modes
FF Night vision assistant: Show where the night vision assistant button is located. Show how to
adjust the various settings in the MMI
FF Demonstrate the start-stop-system (if equipped)
FF Explain adaptive cruise control
with stop & go function. Explain the city auto e-brake feature
FF Explain Audi
side assist functionality (if equipped): Point out the side assist button on the
driver’s side door. Show how to adjust the side assist light brightness in the MMI. Only works
at speeds over 19 mph (30 km/h)
FF Explain Audi
active lane assist functionality (if equipped): Show how to set the steering wheel
vibration in the MMI. Show how to activate the system with the button on the turn signal.
Only works at speeds of 40 mph (65 km/h) or more
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2013 A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8 | Audi
Delivery Guidelines
Client
VIN
Delivery Date
Orientation Drive (continued)
FF Explain Audi
pre sense system with active safety system (based on installed equipment)
FF Explain the functionality of Audi
braking guard and show how to set in the MMI
FF Demonstrate Tiptronic function
FF Show how to set the electromechanical parking brake
End the orientation drive in the service write-up area
Service Introduction
FF Tour service department and introduce to Service Manager and Service Consultant
FF Set up first service appointment
FF Ask customer if you can program service department’s phone # in their phone
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PERFECT DELIVERY INSPECTION (PDI)
2013
A8/A8 L/A8 W12/S8
Client
Audi
Vehicle Condition Report
VIN
Delivery Date
Initial PDI Vehicle Inspection
Complete the following checks within 2 business days (48 hours) of receiving a vehicle.
FF Remove full body cover (if installed) following TSB 2009967. Check for transportation damage.
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