A2119322034999_4

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This informational bulletin contains an explanation for a discolored pipe.


- 2018 - 2017 - 2016 - 2015 - 2014 - 2013 -

21 Discolored pipe on turbocharger
21 19 32 2034999/4 June 21, 2019. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 21 number 16-23 dated August
2, 2016 for reasons listed below.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
S6, S7, S8,
RS 7, and
A8
2013 - 2018
All
4.0T
Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date
Purpose
4
-
Revised title
Revised header (Added model year)
3
08/09/2016
Revised header (Added model years)
2
10/16/2014
Revised header data (Added applicable engines)
On 4.0l bi-turbo FSI engines, the pipe on the impeller side of the bank 2 turbocharger looks discolored when
compared to the pipe on the bank 1 turbocharger.
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Technical Background
The crankcase breather
is only connected to the
bank 2 turbocharger
inlet. Blow-by gases
from the crankcase
breather discolor the
pipe (Figure 1). This is
a normal condition.
Figure 1. The pipe on the impeller side of the bank 2 turbocharger is discolored due to
blow-by gases from the crankcase breather.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
1. If necessary, explain to the customer that this is a normal condition.
2. Do not replace any parts due to this condition.
Warranty
This TSB is informational only and is not applicable to any Audi Warranty.
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Additional Information
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2034999) are subject to change and/or removal. Always
check with your Parts Department and/or ETKA for the latest information and parts bulletins. Please check the
Repair Manual for fasteners, bolts, nuts, and screws that require replacement during the repair.
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materials be modified or reposted to other sites without the prior expressed written permission of the publisher.
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