A201559 2011703-

Technical Service Bulletin
20 Fuel tank removed from vehicle, neutralizing fuel
20 15 59 2011703/4 December 10, 2015. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated
November 15, 2013 for reasons listed below.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
All
1999 - 2017
All
Not Applicable
Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date
Purpose
4
-
Revised header data (Added model years)
3
11/15/2013
Revised header data (Added model years)
2
11/14/2008
Revised title (Add Repair Group)
Revised header data (Add model years)
The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal.
Technical Background
When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the original tank must be properly flushed to neutralize the remaining
gasoline or diesel fuel.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
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Service
Warning:
The fuel tank must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. This procedure pertains to any fuel tank, whether it
is being returned to the Warranty Parts Receiving Center or is being disposed of by other means.
After the fuel tank has been removed, flush/neutralize the tank as follows:
1. Pour .5 liter of emulsifier (part number: D 200201L) into the tank.
2. Add 4 liters of water.
3. Cap all openings.
4. Agitate the tank for at least 30 seconds, turning tank assembly in all directions to ensure that emulsifier
reaches all areas inside of the tank.
5. After agitation, drain neutralized mixture into special “Waste Material - Hazardous” container. Dispose of
properly in accordance with local, state, and federal EPA regulations.
Warranty
When procedure applies to vehicles under warranty, use the following:
• There is no labor reimbursement for neutralizing fuel tanks.
• Add .5 liter of the D 200201L cleaning agent to the warranty claim.
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
D 200201L
Cleaning agent
.5
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2011703) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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