24BC

Technical Service Bulletin
24BC UPDATE – ECM Software Update (FED_EMS)
August 18, 2015
Model(s)
Year
Affected Vehicles
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
Q3
2015
See Campaign/Action screen in Elsa
None
Condition
This Update has been proactively released to prevent the following condition from occurring in the vehicle:
Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured within a specific period may experience a rough running condition.
This Update is in effect until removed.
Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:
 Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 24BC code in the Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen
on the day of repair.
 Vehicle must be within the Federal Emissions Warranty.
 Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin.
 Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.
Technical Background
Audi Q3 vehicles manufactured within a specific period may experience a rough running condition.
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Service
SVM Update Instructions
1. Follow all instructions in TSB 2011732: 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
2. Using Audi Flashing, update the ECM using the SVM action code as listed in the table below.
Old Software
Part Number
Old Software
Version
New Software
Part Number
New Software
Version
SVM Action Code
(or higher)
8U0907115J
0003
8U0907115J
0004
24BCA001
Note:
If the Bluetooth wireless VAS 5054A transmitter head is used in conjunction with a VAS tester, the transmitter
head MUST BE connected with a USB cable to the tester.
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Warranty
Update Time
Requirements/
Reimbursement
To ensure prompt and proper payment, be sure to immediately enter the applicable
reimbursement code listed below upon completion of the repair work. Claims will be
paid only for vehicles that show the 24BC code in the Elsa Campaign/Action
Information screen on the day of repair.
24BC Saga Claim Entry Procedure
Check Elsa to determine whether Update 24BC is open.
Service No.: 24BC
Damage Code: 0099
Parts Manufacturer - Removed part: 002
Claim Type
Sold vehicle = 7 10
Unsold vehicle = 7 90
Saga Accounting Instructions
Criteria
ID
Repair operation
Labor
Operation
Number
TU
8U
Connect Battery
2706 8950
10
Perform software update for ECM
2470 2399
Time
stated on
diagnostic
protocol
(max
40TU)
There is no reimbursement for vehicle wash or loaner vehicle.
If the vehicle is outside of the specified warranty period OR if customer refused repairs.
U.S. dealers: Submit the request through Audi Warranty Online under the Campaigns/Update option.
Canadian dealers: Fax the Repair Order to Warranty at (905) 428-4811 and provide VIN, applicable Service
Number, Customer Information, Dealer Number and Date.
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Additional
Actions
Some of the affected vehicles may be involved in additional Actions.
Please check your Elsa Campaign/Action Information screen so that any
additional required work can be done simultaneously.
Verifying Vehicle
Eligibility
To verify vehicle eligibility for this Update, always check the Elsa
Campaign/Action Information screen. The Elsa system is the only
binding inquiry and verification system; other systems are not valid and
may result in non-payment of a claim.
Help for Claim
Entry
For questions regarding claim entry, contact Audi Warranty.
Required
Customer
Notification
Inform your customer in writing by recording on the Repair Order any
and all work that was conducted on the vehicle, including any and all
updates completed under this Update.
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this Update are subject to change and/or removal. Always check Elsa
for the most current version of this document.
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transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written
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