A9422592067742_2

Technical Service Bulletin
94 PSS 3rd brake light warning, DTC B12C615 is stored
94 22 59 2067742/2 October 21, 2022. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 22-57 dated August
9, 2022, for reasons listed below.
Model(s)
Year
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
A3, S3, and RS 3
2022 – 2023
All
Not Applicable
Condition
REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date
Purpose
2
-
Revised Header (Added MY 23)
1
8/10/2022
Initial publication
Customer states:
A warning for the 3rd brake light is displayed in the instrument cluster however the lamp continues to work
normally.
Workshop findings:
• The warning is no longer displayed after the ignition is switched off and then on again.
• The wiring for the 3rd brake light is OK.
• The 3rd brake light works normally.
The following DTC is stored in the Electronic Central Electrical (BCM), J519 (address word 0009):
•
DTC B12C615 Bulb for high-mount brake light open circuit/short circuit to B+_intermittent.
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Technical Background
The diagnostic software is too sensitive.
Production Solution
A software solution is being prepared.
Service
1. Explain to the customer that a solution is expected to be available by the end of the 1st quarter of 2023 (subject
to change) and that no repairs are necessary at this point. Do not replace any components for this condition since
this will not resolve the customer’s concern.
2. Ensure there are no connection issues with the lamp. If the lamp is inoperative and the connections are ok, this
PSS does not apply. In this case, continue with a normal diagnosis.
Note: There is no need to remove/replace suppression capacitor C24 in the wiring harness for the 3rd brake
light.
3. Create a PSS record in the PSS application through the Pending Service Solutions (PSS) link in AccessAudi
(under Related Links >> Service), or through the Technical Assistance page in Elsa.
Warranty
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.
Additional Information
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All part and service references provided in this TSB (2067742) 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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without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any
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