A371560 2041177-

Technical Service Bulletin
37 Transmission upshifts delayed at high ambient temperatures
37 15 60 2041177/1 September 29, 2015.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
A3, A3 Cabriolet
2015 – 2016
All
1.8TFSI
Condition
The customer reports one of the following conditions in high ambient temperatures (above 110° F):
• At low throttle input, transmission upshifts are delayed until high RPM.
• At low throttle input, transmission does not upshift until 3,500 – 4,000 RPM.
Technical Background
In hot climates with high ambient temperatures (above 110° F), upshifts to the next gear are delayed, even at light
throttle (up to 4,000 RPM). Due to the heat of the air, the upshift is delayed to help prevent poor engine
performance at low RPM. The software has been changed for improved driving comfort.
Tip: This topic should not be confused with the topic in which the driver accidentally leaves the gear selector
in Sport mode, which causes a similar condition, but can occur at any ambient temperature.
Production Solution
New software in the transmission control module, J743, addressed the condition.
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Service
SVM Update Instructions
1. Follow all instructions in TSB 2011732: 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
2. Update the transmission control module, J743, using the SVM action code as listed in the table below if
necessary.
Model
A3
Engine /
Transmission
Old Software
Part Number
Old Software
Version
New Software
Part Number
1.8T-FSI / 0D9
0D9300041R
4511
0D9300042C
New Software
Version
(or higher)
SVM Code
Input
4907
02A071
Warranty
Claim Type:
Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin
is informational only.
Service Number:
3730
Damage Code:
0039
Labor Operations:
Software update
3730 2599
50 TU
Diagnostic Time:
GFF
No allowance
0 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 #2041177/1
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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Additional Information
The following Technical Service Bulletin will be necessary to complete this procedure:
• TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2041177) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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