ATE-15-18

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This circular contains important information regarding a3 e-tron tooling. Information will be covered in the subsequent sections depending on the dealership's current status.


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Service Information
Number: ATE-15-18
Special Tools and Equipment
Subject: A3 Sportback e-tron MRT Auto Shipment AT-377
Date: August 26, 2015
This circular contains important information regarding A3 e-tron tooling. Information on the following topics
will be covered in the subsequent sections depending on your current dealership status:
1. Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Tooling - AT-377 (US and Canada)
2. Additional A3 Sportback e-tron Tooling Requirements for non Q5 Hybrid Dealerships (Select US Dealers Only)
Audi of America is pleased to inform you of the release and automatic delivery of the Audi A3 e-tron
Minimum Required Tools (MRT) Shipment.
Starting September 23, 2015, the Audi dealers that have signed up and are certified will be shipped one
AT-377 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Special Tool Package, Freight F.O.B. Snap-On OEM and invoiced
directly by the Audi Special Tools Program (Snap-On Business Solutions - SBS).
For dealers that wish to order additional AT-377 Special Tool Packages, please notify the Audi Tools and
Equipment program by contacting us at 800-892-9650. Additional orders will be filled with remaining stock
in the order received.
Send shipping and billing inquiries to the Audi Tools and Equipment program: 800-892-9650.
1. Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Tooling (For Dealers Supporting Audi
A3 e-tron Sales)
Franchise Type
Package Qty
Audi Exclusive
32 tools
Dealer Price USA
$3,988.10
Dealer Price Canada
$5,162.10*
Note * Canadian prices are subject to change. USD to CAD conversion will be calculated at time of
invoicing at the current rate. Canadian pricing also accounts for importation costs from US to Canada.
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Repair
Group
Tool Description
Illustration
T10133/19 – Puller
Used in conjunction with T10133 for removal of highpressure fuel injectors.
24
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10340 – Crankshaft Locking Pin
For locking the crankshaft when adjusting the valve timing.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10370 – Hex Socket - 4mm
Used for removing and installing the Engine Speed
Sendsor - G28 and multiple other uses.
28
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10475 – Counterhold - Pulley
Used to counter-hold the crankshaft pulley when removing
and installing the securing bolt.
13
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10478B - Seal Installer - Camshaft
Used for installing the front camshaft seals on multiple
engines.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine and multiple other engines
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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T10479A - Seal Installer - Camshaft
Used for replacing the rear camshaft seal on the
transmission side.
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1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10485 - Seal Installer - Camshaft
Used for replacing the front camshaft seal on the belt side.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10487 - Assembly Tool
Used to aid in installation of the timing chain when setting
up valve timing.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10494 - Camshaft Lock
Used for locking the camshaft when checking and adjusting
timing.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10498 - Release Tool
Used for removal of the O-ring on the camshaft toothed belt
pulley.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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T10499 - Wrench - Open Ring - 30mm
Used to adjust the tension on the timing belt tensioner.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10500 - Insert Tool - 13mm
Used in conjunction with VAG1331 and T10499 to properly
tightening timing belt tensioner bolt to specification.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10504 - Camshaft Clamp
Used for locking the camshaft.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10505 - Seal Installer - Camshaft O-Ring
Used for installation of the O-ring for the camshaft toothed
belt pulley.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10508 - Thermostat Key
Used to remove and install the Coolant Pump Thermostat.
19
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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T10527 - Intake Manifold Release Tool
Used for releasing the intake manifold retaining clips during
intake removal.
15
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T10542 - Adapter
Used for transporting the high-voltage battery in conjunction
with 3033 - Lifting Tackle.
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1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAG1687/15 - Turbo System Tester Kit - Adapter
Used in conjunction with VAG1687 – Turbo System Tester
to test turbocharger pressure.
21
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS251605 – Internal Puller
Used for removing the needle bearing on the crankshaft
and multiple other uses.
13
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS251621 - Counter Support
Used for dismantling and assembling the transmission and
multiple other uses.
13
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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VAS5581 - Diagnostic Box
The HV diagnosis box is required to diagnose self-sufficient
HV traction batteries.
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VAS6131/16-4 - Scissor Lift Table - Assembly Platform
Mounting
Accessory for the VAS6131 – Scissor Lift Table that will be
used for the correct removal and installation of the engine
and transmission unit.
10
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6338/40 - Adapter
Used for flushing the refrigerant compressor on the high
pressure side.
00
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6338/41- Adapter
Used for flushing the refrigerant compressor on the low
pressure side.
00
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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VAS6338/42 - Shut-off Valves
Accessory for VAS 6338/1. Used for flushing the refrigerant
circuit of the heater and air conditioning unit and the heat
exchanger of the HV battery.
00
1.4L TFSI Engine
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6558/14A - High Voltage Test Adapter
The test adapter serves as a means of testing on the
charging socket (AC).
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VAS6558/15 - High-Voltage Test Adapter - Hybrid
Module
Used for measurements on high voltage system to ensure
safety.
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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6558/9-5 - Hybrid Test Module - HV Test Adapter
Used for measurements on HV system to ensure safety.
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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Audi Exclusive
VAS6558/9-6 - Test Adapter HVA280
The test adapter is required to check that the HV system is
free of voltage.
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VAS6786 - Warning Sign - Battery
Warning sign to serve as a precaution to indicate the
working and storage area of HV batteries.
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VAS681001 - USB Adapter for e-tron Charger System
For updating software and resetting the PIN on the e-tron
charger system.
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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6946 - Test Instrument/DSO Adapter
The 10-pin test adapter serves as a means of testing on
electric and hybrid vehicles. The test adapter is required for
diagnosis of the rotor position sensor and the temperature
sensor of the drive motor for electric drive.
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Service Information
2. Additional A3 Sportback e-tron Tooling Requirements (For non
Q5 Hybrid Dealerships)
Franchise Type
Package Qty
Audi Exclusive
9 tools
Dealer Price USA
$3,539.30
Repair
Group
Tool Description
Illustration
T40258 – High-Voltage Release Tool
Used to release and lock the HV wires to HV components.
93
Audi Q5 Hybrid and Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T40259 - Battery Removal Eyes
Used to lift HV batteries using the workshop hoist VAS
6100.
93
Audi Q5 Hybrid and Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
T40262 - Service Disconnect Lock
Used to prevent the HV system from being switched on
inadvertently.
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Multiple Audi Vehicles
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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VAS5055/4 - Diagnosis Interface - Adapter
Used to convert the VAS5054A Diagnostic Head with
Fischer connectors (3m USB cable) or diagnosis interface
VAS 5055 with Fischer connector to a standard USB.
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Audi Q5 Hybrid and Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6558/1A - Hybrid Test Adapter
Used to perform diagnosis on the vehicle system. With
various adapters, the insulation resistance measurement is
carried out and a check is performed on the electric A/C
compressor as well as to ensure the system is deenergized.
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Audi Q5 Hybrid and Audi A3 Sportback e-tron
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6558A - Test Adapter - Hybrid Module
Used to perform measuring and testing tasks of a high
voltage nature on high voltage vehicles (hybrid, plug-in
hybrid and E-traction) of the Volkswagen Group.
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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6606/10 - Test Adapter - Cable 10
Used in conjunction with VAS6606/1 for diagnosing the Emachine components, Battery Management System, and
HV connection point on Hybrid Vehicles.
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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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VAS6649 - Warning Sign – High-Voltage
Warning Sign to indicate HV system risk are present.
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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
VAS6650A - Warning Sign - "Do Not Switch"
Warning sign to indicate to “Do Not Switch On” the vehicle
while it’s being worked on.
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Multiple Audi Vehicles
Audi A3 Sportback e-tron Dealer
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