A261731 2047565-
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: A261731 2047565-
There is a chirping type noise in the rear area of the vehicle and new washers have been put into production.
Models from 2017
2017 AUDI R8 |
2017 AUDI R8 SPYDER |
Models from 2016
2016 AUDI R8 |
26 Chirping noise from rear of vehicle 26 17 31 2047565/1 April 18, 2017. Model(s) Year VIN Range Vehicle-Specific Equipment R8 2016 - 2017 900001 - 904259 Not Applicable Condition Customer statement: Chirping type noises from rear area of vehicle when the engine is running Workshop findings: The noises can be located to the mounting assembly of the muffler or more precisely to the washer of the mounting assembly Technical Background The noises which are perceived as chirping are due to friction caused by a washer of the exhaust system mounting (Figure 1). For an example of the sound, see the video located at: https://audiexternal.kzoplatform.com:443/swf/player/337. Figure 1. QR code for viewing audio file. Page 1 of 4 © 2017 Audi of America, Inc. 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. Production Solution Modified washer. The new washer is coated on one side with graphite. Service If the concern is caused by the washer, replace the washer on both sides of the muffler (Figure 2). Figure 2. Bracket for exhaust system. Page 2 of 4 © 2017 Audi of America, Inc. 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. The graphite-coated side of the washer must face the heat shield (Figure 3). Figure 3. Washer. Warranty Claim Type: 110 up to 48 Months/50,000 Miles. G10 for CPO Covered Vehicles – Verify Owner. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational only. Service Number: 2638 Damage Code: 0010 Labor Operations: Remove and install 2 washers 2638 2099 60 TU Rear wheel housing liners remove + reinstall 6676 2000 90 TU GFF No allowance 0 TU Road test prior to service procedure 0121 0002 10 TU Road test after service procedure 0121 0004 10 TU Diagnostic Time: Page 3 of 4 © 2017 Audi of America, Inc. 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 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 #2047565/1 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 4S0 825 371 Graphite coated washer 2 Additional Information All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2047565) are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information. ©2017 Audi of America, Inc. 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. Page 4 of 4 © 2017 Audi of America, Inc. 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.