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Technical Service Bulletin
46 3.0T & 3.0TDI Brake noise (PR-1LL)
46 16 36 2038647/3 May 10, 2016. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 46 number 16-35 dated April 25,
2016 for reasons listed below.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
A8
2013 - 2014
All
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date
Purpose
3
-
Revised Required Parts and Tools (Updated part numbers)
2
04/25/2016
Revised Required Parts and Tools (Updated part numbers)
1
10/20/2014
Initial publication
Customer may report hearing brake squeal when the vehicle comes to a stop at slow speeds. In some cases, the
noise may be intermittent and difficult to reproduce.
Technical Background
Not applicable.
Production Solution
Improved front brake pads and discs.
Service
1. Road test to verify concern.
2. Replace front brake pads, discs, and sensors (using the part numbers listed in this TSB) according to the
instructions in Elsa at: Repair manual >> Chassis >> 46 Mechanical Components >> Front Brakes >> Brake
Rotor, Removing and Installing >> Brake Rotor, Removing and Installing Steel Brakes 1LL/1LJ and 1LN/1LX.
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3. Embed the brakes:
A. Use medium pedal pressure to slow the car from approximately 35 mph to 10 mph. Repeat this process ten
times.
B. Next, drive for approximately 5 minutes at maximum allowable speeds, without braking, to allow the brakes
to cool down.
C. Repeat steps A and B if necessary.
Note:
Do not perform ABS stops as a way of embedding the brakes. Brake pads and discs may be permanently
damaged if brakes are overheated prior to being properly embedded.
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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:
4617
Damage Code:
0020
Labor Operations:
2 wheels removed + reinstalled
4405 2000
20 TU
2 front brake discs remove + reinstall
4650 2050
50 TU
2 brake pads, front remove + reinstall
4636 2050
70 TU
GFF
No allowance
0 TU
Road test prior to service procedure
0121 0002
10 TU
Road test after service procedure
0121 0004
10 TU
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 #2038647/3
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.
Required Parts and Tools
Part Number
Part Description
Quantity
4G0615301K
Front brake disc
2
4G0698151M
Front brake pads
1 set
4G0615121D
Front brake wear indicators
2
N 91147601
Caliper bolts (M14X1,5X48)
4
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Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2038647) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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