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Technical Service Bulletin
48 Squeaking noises from rubber boot of the intermediate steering shaft
48 22 31 2055733/3 April 28, 2022. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 48 number 21-96 dated
March 16, 2021, for reasons listed below.
Model(s)
Year
A4
allroad,
and A4
2017 –
2023
S4, A5
Cabriolet,
A5, A5
Sportback, 2018 –
S5
2023
Cabriolet,
S5, and S5
Sportback
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
All
Not Applicable.
2018 –
2019
RS 5
2021 2023
2019
RS 5
Sportback
2021 –
2023
Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date
Purpose
3
-
Revised header (Added Model Years)
2
03/16/2021
Revised header (Added Model Year)
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Revised Additional Information (Added reference)
1
07/26/2019
Initial publication
Customer states:
• There is a squeaking noise from the steering column when steering slowly.
• The noise may get louder at higher temperatures or with longer journey time.
Workshop findings:
• The noise comes from the sealing
sleeve/steering column opening
on the bulkhead.
• The steering column adjustment
is set in the lower range.
• The steering shaft rests on the
cone of the sealing sleeve (Figure
1).
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Figure 1. Steering shaft rests on the sealing sleeve (also known as sealing
lip).
Technical Background
Incorrect positioning of the sealing sleeve (lip) in the bulkhead in connection with unfavorable tolerances of the
components.
Production Solution
Not Applicable.
Service
For complete information concerning the repair, refer to Elsa at Repair Manual, Chassis >> 48 Steering >>
Steering Column >> Steering Intermediate Shaft, Removing and Installing.
Note:
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts. Refer to component overview and parts catalog prior to
starting the procedure.
Proceed as follows:
Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering column.
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Loosen the rubber sealing
sleeve (A) and push it
upwards as far as possible
and retighten (Figure 2).
Figure 2. Sealing sleeve (also known as sealing lip).
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Reinstall the steering
intermediate shaft (B) to the
steering column (C) and
tighten with new bolts (D)
(Figure 3).
Figure 3. Steering column shaft and intermediate shaft connection.
Warning:
There is a risk of accident due to an absence of traction if the steering intermediate shaft is installed incorrectly.
Pay attention to the installation position and installation instructions.
Warranty
Claim Type:
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• 110 up to 48 Months/50,000 Miles.
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• G10 for CPO Covered Vehicles – Verify Owner.
• If the vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational
only.
Service Number:
4816
Damage Code:
0020
Labor Operations:
Repositioning intermediate steering shaft
4816 1900
See SRT with
associated
operations
Diagnostic Time:
Claim Comment:
GFF
No allowance
0 TU
Road test prior to the service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
Road test after the service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
As per TSB 2055733/3
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
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
See ETKA/ELSA
Repair Manual
Additional Information
More information on this system can be found in the following resources:
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• Elsa: Chassis >> 48 Steering >> Steering Column >> Steering Intermediate Shaft, Removing and Installing.
All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2055733) are subject to change and/or removal.
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