A851315 2033426-
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The trim panel at the defroster vent on the instrument panel is deformed. The trim panel is composed of a material which expands in a moist condition. The instrument panel restricts this expansion which leads to deformation of the trim.
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Technical Service Bulletin 85 Defroster outlet trim deformed 85 13 15 2033426/1 March 29, 2013. Model(s) Year VIN Range A4 2009 - 2012 000001 - 999999 A4 2013 DN000001 – DN025065 A4 2013 DA000001 – DA133001 A5 2008 - 2012 000001 - 999999 A5 2013 000001 - 033350 A5 2013 900000 - 901377 A5 Cab 2010 - 2012 000001 - 999999 A5 Cab 2013 000001 - 006565 Vehicle-Specific Equipment Not applicable Condition The trim panel at the defroster vent on the instrument panel is deformed (Figure 1). Figure 1. Deformed defroster vent trim panel. © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. Page 1 of 3 All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and other intellectual property rights of Audi of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the publisher. Technical Service Bulletin Technical Background The trim panel is composed of a material which expands in a moist condition. The instrument panel restricts this expansion which leads to deformation of the trim. Production Solution The attachment of the trim panel is improved. Service Replace the defroster vent trim panel. Warranty Claim Type: Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational only. Service Number: 8553 Damage Code: 0018 Labor Operations: Air outlet remove and reinstall 8557 1900 20 TU Diagnostic Time: GFF No allowance 0 TU Road test prior to service procedure No allowance 0 TU Road test after service procedure No allowance 0 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 #2033426/1 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. © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. Page 2 of 3 All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and other intellectual property rights of Audi of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the publisher. Technical Service Bulletin Required Parts and Tools Part Number Part Description Quantity 8T1819636 1DH Trim for air vent – Agate grey 1 8T1819636 1GK Trim for air vent – Kamut beige 1 8T1819636 6PS 1 Trim for air vent – Sabre (black) 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. © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. Page 3 of 3 All rights reserved. Information contained in this document is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to the copyright and other intellectual property rights of Audi of America, Inc., its affiliated companies and its licensors. All rights are reserved to make changes at any time without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, nor may these materials be modified or reposted to other sites, without the prior expressed written permission of the publisher.