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Technical Service Bulletin
21 Mil on - P0299 Negative pressure deviation, turbocharger excessive wastegate play
21 12 10 2031245/1 October 25, 2012.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
2009-2010
All
6 speed automatic (0B6)
A4
A5
A5 Cab
Condition
BOTH of the following apply:
 Mil on, DTC P0299 Negative Pressure Deviation
 Turbocharger waste gate flap has play.
Technical Background
Under certain driving conditions the linkage for the waste gate actuation can encounter excessive wear which
leads to play at the waste gate flap. This leads to boost escaping through a loose flap which sets the DTC P0299
Negative Pressure Deviation.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
 Remove turbocharger as per ELSA instructions, Repair Manual / Engine / Engine Mechanical / 21
Turbocharger, G-Charger / Removal and Installation / Turbocharger.
 Install clip 06J 145 220 B on a replacement turbocharger’ s link plate and actuating rod joint as shown in
Figure 1 +2:
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Figure 1. Fit the clip from the side.
Figure 2. Turn the clip counter clockwise till the lugs slot in.

Tip
 The spring clip must not be overstretched. The maximum opening of the spring clip is 14 mm (Figure 3-1).
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Figure 3. (1) Maximum opening of clip, (2) Position of original circlip
 The spring clip must be replaced after every removal.
 After fitting the spring clip check for correct fit (Figure 4).
Figure 4. Correctly fitted clip.
 After fitting the spring clip check the position of the original circlip (Figure 3, 2) and correct it if necessary.
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 Install the new turbocharger as per Repair Manual / Engine / Engine Mechanical / 21 Turbocharger, G-
Charger / Removal and Installation / Turbocharger.
Note: Do not install clip on a used or pre damaged turbocharger, as not the same level of improvement is
achieved as on a new part.
Warranty
Claim Type:
Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service
Bulletin is informational only.
Service Number:
2130
Damage Code:
0018
Labor Operations:
Turbocharger remove + reinstall
2130 1913
420 TU
Turbocharger replace
2130 5563
30 TU
Install clip on turbocharger
2130 2199
10 TU
GFF – Checking and clearing fault codes
0150 0000
Time stated on
Diagnostic Time:
included in existing labor operations
diagnostic
protocol
(Max 40 TU)
Road test prior to service procedure
0121 0002
10 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 #2031245/1
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.
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Required Parts and Tools
Part Number
Part Description
Quantity
06J145220B
Clip
1
8K0253115H
Gasket
1
WHT002514
Shouldered hex. Nut, self-locking
4
N 10730201
Stud
4
06F145757L
Gasket
2
06F253039F
Gasket
1
N 0138149
Seal ring
6
N 0138514
Seal ring
2
06H145702S
Turbocharger
1
Additional Information
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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