A741522 2042470-

Technical Service Bulletin
74 Front seat side trim loose or broken
74 15 22 2042470/1 December 1, 2015.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
TT
2016
All
Not Applicable
Condition
The trim on either side of the front seat backrest is loose or
broken (Figure 1, Figure 2, and Figure 3).
Figure 1. Outer front seat side trim loose.
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Figure 2. Inner front seat side trim loose.
Figure 3. Front seat side trim cracked.
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Technical Background
The material used in the construction of the trim pieces is of insufficient strength and can break under normal use.
Production Solution
The front seat backrest trim strips have an
improved material.
The latest improved version of the trim is
marked on the inside of the trim with “15S”
(Figure 4).
Figure 4. Location of the 15S version marking on the trim.
Service
1. Replace both side trim pieces of the affected seat only.
2. Replace loose or broken trim strips with replacement parts marked with “15S”, following the instructions in Elsa
at: Body>>Body Interior>>74 Seat Upholstery, Covers>>Front Seat Covers and Cushions>>Backrest Cover
and Cushion, Removing and Installing>> Backrest Cover and Cushion, Removing and Installing, Super Sport
Seat.
Note:
If a piece of trim has broken off, locate and remove the broken piece before reassembly. If the broken piece is
not removed, it may cause a rattle noise.
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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:
7216
Damage Code:
0010
Labor Operations:
Front seat remove+reinstall
7201 1900
50 TU
Outer trim remove+reinstall
7216 1900
30 TU
Inner trim remove+reinstall
7216 1950
10 TU
GFF
No allowance
0 TU
Road test prior to service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
Road test after service procedure
No allowance
0 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 #2042470/1
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.
Required Parts and Tools
Part Number
Part Description
Quantity
Because of the numerous trim part number and trim color variations, it is imperative that the correct part numbers
are looked up in ETKA using the VIN.
Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2042470) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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