2038649/1

Service Bulletin Details

Public Details for: 2038649/1

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Models from 2016
2016 AUDI Q7
Models from 2015
2015 AUDI Q7
Models from 2014
2014 AUDI Q7
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2013 AUDI Q7
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2012 AUDI Q7
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2011 AUDI Q7
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2010 AUDI Q7
Technical Service Bulletin
94 Headlight internal diagnosis before replacement, various concerns
94 14 55 2038649/1 October 15, 2014.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
Q7
2010 - 2016
All
Not Applicable
Condition
• A headlight system warning may be illuminated in the instrument cluster.
• One of the following symptoms is present:
A: Headlight range control inoperative.
B: Xenon high beam inoperative on one side.
C: Daytime running light inoperative in headlight on one side.
• Diagnosis of the concern indicates that the headlight is at fault.
Technical Background
Connector in the headlight is not properly seated.
Production Solution
Improved checks at supplier.
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Service
1. Remove the affected headlight. Open the service cap as needed.
2. Base on the symptom, check the appropriate connectors (by lightly pulling on them) as listed below:
For symptom A (Headlight range control inoperative):
• Check the connectors shown below (Figure 1).
Figure 1. Check these connectors.
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For symptom B (Xenon high beam inoperative):
• Check the connectors shown below (Figure 2).
Figure 2. Check these connectors.
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For symptom C (Daytime running light inoperative):
• Check connectors shown below (Figure 3 and Figure 4):
Figure 3. Check these connectors.
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Figure 4. Check these connectors.
3. If any connectors are not correctly plugged in, check connector for damage. If no damage is found,
reconnect the connector. Do not use a screwdriver or other metal object. If all connectors were
plugged in correctly, this bulletin does not apply.
4. Reconnect the headlight to the vehicle, then check the headlight operation. It is not necessary to fully
install the headlight to test the headlight operation.
5. If headlight operation is fully restored, fit and adjust the headlight.
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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:
9415
Damage Code:
0028
Labor Operations:
Headlight assembly remove + reinstall
9415 1900
30 TU
2 headlight assembly adjust
9415 1600
20 TU
Repair headlight
9415 0199
10 TU
GFF
0150 0000
Time stated on
diagnostic
protocol
Diagnostic Time:
(Max 100 TU)
Road test prior to service procedure
No allowance
0 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 #2038649/1
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.
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2038649) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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