A401888 2053136-
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Public Details for: A401888 2053136-
This bulletin contains instructions for fixing noises that occur from the left or right front end when steering.
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Models from 2019
| 2019 AUDI A3 |
| 2019 AUDI A3 CABRIOLET |
Models from 2018
| 2018 AUDI A3 |
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| 2017 AUDI A3 |
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Technical Service Bulletin 40 Noises from front end when steering 40 18 88 2053136/1 November 30, 2018. Model(s) Year VIN Range Vehicle-Specific Equipment A3 2015 - 2019 All Not Applicable Condition Customer statement: Noises from left or right front end when steering. Workshop findings: The customer statement can be reproduced. The noises can be clearly assigned to the suspension strut mounting. TSB 2044060: 40 Noises from front shock bellows when steering or when the front suspension is compressed has already been checked/completed. Technical Background There is overlapping of axial deep-groove ball bearing and suspension strut mounting. Over time the overlapping can cause noises. Production Solution 100% check when axial deep-groove ball bearing and suspension strut mounting are assembled. Page 1 of 4 © 2018 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 Service Bulletin Service Tip: Axial deep-groove ball bearing and suspension strut mounting must always be replaced together. The two components must always be replaced on both sides (right and left). 1. Replace the axial deep-groove ball bearing (Figure 1, position 2) and the suspension strut mounting (Figure 1, position 4) according to the Elsa Repair Manual. Figure 1. Suspension strut mounting and axial deep-groove ball bearing. Page 2 of 4 © 2018 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 Service Bulletin 2. Ensure the correct installation position when assembling the suspension strut mounting and the axial deep-groove ball bearing. The bar of the axial deepgroove ball bearing must be central in the groove of suspension strut mounting (Figure 2). Figure 2. Correct installation position of suspension strut mounting and axial deep-groove ball bearing. 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: 4088 Damage Code: 0010 Labor Operations: Remove and install 2 deep groove ball thrust bearings 4093 2050 See SRT 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 Claim Comment: As per TSB #2053136/1 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. Page 3 of 4 © 2018 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 Service Bulletin Required Parts and Tools Always check with your Parts Department and/or ETKA for the latest information and parts bulletins. Part Number Part Description Quantity See ETKA Fasteners, Bolts, Nuts and Screws as needed per the Repair Manual See ETKA/ELSA See TKA Axial deep-groove ball bearing 02 See ETKA Suspension strut mounting 02 Additional Information The following Technical Service Bulletin(s) will be necessary to complete this procedure: TSB 2044060, 40 Noises from front shock bellows when steering or when the front suspension is compressed. All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2053136) are subject to change and/or removal. ©2018 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 © 2018 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.