2033536/1

Technical Service Bulletin
94 Water accumulation in Xenon headlights
94 13 14 2033536/1 April 5, 2013.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
2013
A000001 – A224719
2013
N000001 – N044008
A5/S5
2013
000001 – 066494
A5/S5 Cabriolet
2013
000001 – 013985
RS5
2013
900001 – 902700
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
A4/S4
Xenon headlights (PR 8EH)
Condition
A significant amount of water is collecting at
the base of the Xenon headlight lens
(Figure 1).
No outside influence, such as rock chips,
can be found. The headlights function
normally.
Figure 1. Xenon headlight with a significant amount of water
collecting at the base of the lens.
Tip: If the customer complaint is only about condensation buildup on the fog lamp (not about water
collecting as described above), refer to TSB 2012749, 94 Exterior lights, moisture accumulation.
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Technical Background
Under certain circumstances, water can enter through the headlight adjustment screw (A4), or through the
bonding channel between the headlight housing and lens (A5).
Production Solution
Improved headlight assembly processes.
Service
Replace the affected headlight(s) only if a visible amount of water can be seen collecting at the base of the
headlight lens(es). Refer to ELSAWeb: Repair Manual>>Electrical System>>Electrical Equipment>>94 Exterior
Lights, Switches>>Removal and Installation>>HID Headlamp, from MY 2012>>Headlamp Housing.
Adjust headlights after installing them back in to the vehicle. Refer to ELSAWeb: Repair Manual>>Electrical
System>>Electrical Equipment>>94 Exterior Lights, Switches>>Diagnosis and Testing>>HID Headlamp,
Adjusting.
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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:
0050
Labor Operations:
Front bumper cover removed+reinstalled
6329 1900
70 TU
Headlight assembly remove+reinstall
9415 1952
30 TU
Headlight assembly replace
9415 5550
20 TU
2 Headlight assembly adjust
9415 1600
20 TU
Front bumper cover removed+reinstalled
6329 1900
70 TU
2 Headlight assembly remove+reinstall
9415 2052
50 TU
2 Headlight assembly replace
9415 5650
30 TU
2 Headlight assembly adjust
9415 1600
20 TU
GFF
0150 0000
Time stated on
diagnostic
protocol (Max 50
TU)
Road test prior to service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
Road test after service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
OR
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:
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As per TSB #2033536/1
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Additional Information
The following Technical Service Bulletin(s) will be necessary to complete this procedure:
• TSB 2012749: 94 Exterior lights, moisture accumulation.
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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