A9423662071331_1

Technical Service Bulletin
94 3rd brake light warning is displayed in the instrument cluster. DTC : B12C615
94 23 66 2071331/1 September 11, 2023.
Model(s)
Year
A3, S3, and RS 3 2022 – 2023
VIN Range
Vehicle-Specific Equipment
All
Not Applicable
Condition
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.
Technical Background
Software sensitivity in the Electronic Central Electrical (BCM), J519 (address word 0009).
Production Solution
Optimized software for the Electronic Central Electrical (BCM), J519 (address word 0009).
Service
This TSB replaces Pending Service Solution 2067742: 94 PSS 3rd brake light warning, DTC B12C615 is stored.
There is no need to replace the 3rd brake light or remove/replace the suppression capacitor C24 in the
wiring harness.
SVM Update Instructions
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Always use DoIP when flashing a control module via ODIS in supported vehicles.
• To activate DoIP, select Administration>>General>>GFF Process>>DoIP communication>>Only allow
DoIP communication.
• This setting will automatically reset when the diagnostic session has ended.
• A red LED light will be visible on the VAS 6154(A) if the DoIP is active.
1. Follow all instructions in TSB 2011732: 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
2. Update the Electronic Central Electrical (BCM), J519 (address word 0009) using the SVM action code as listed
in the table below, if necessary:
Old Software Version
Part Number
Old Software Version
New Software Version
SVM Code Input
(or higher)
0174
0175
5WA 937 089 *
09A059
0183
0177
0180
Warranty
Claim Type:
• 110 Up to 48 Months/50,000 Miles.
• G10 for CPO Covered Vehicles – Verify Owner.
• If the vehicle is outside of any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is
informational only.
Service Number:
9710
Damage Code:
0039
Labor Operations:
Software Update (Includes checking for
DTCs)
0151 0000
Time stated on
the diagnostic
protocol (Max
100 TU)
Diagnostic Time:
GFF
No allowance
0 TU
(included above)
Road test prior to the service procedure
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No allowance
0 TU
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Road test after the service procedure
No allowance
0 TU
As per TSB 2071331/1
Claim Comment:
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
Tool Number
Tool Description
VAS 6160/VAS 6150
VAS tester with the current version of ODIS (Windows 10)
Additional Information
All part and service references provided in this TSB (2071331) 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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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.
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