4214202036991
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: 4214202036991
Noise from rear suspension - repair authorization
- 2014 -
Models from 2014
2014 AUDI A4 |
2014 AUDI A5 |
2014 AUDI A5 CABRIOLET |
Technical Service Bulletin 42 Noise from rear suspension - Repair Authorization 42 14 20 2036991/1 April 10, 2014. Model(s) Year VIN Range Vehicle-Specific Equipment A4, A5, A5 Cabriolet 2014 All Not Applicable Condition Customer hears squeaking, clunking, or rattling noises from the rear of the vehicle when it is driven over bumps. This condition may also be identified at PDI. Technical Background The rear buffer stop may be out of place or require lubrication. In an effort to gain information regarding this condition, we request that you contact the Technical Assistance Center (TAC) before performing any repairs. Production Solution No changes to production have been made, as no issue has been identified. Service 1. Verify that squeaking, clunking, or rattling noises are heard from the rear of the vehicle. 2. Make a recording of the noise and send it to [email protected]. 3. Inspect the rear buffer stop (Figure 1) and shock mount. If the buffer stop is out of place, take a photo of its location. Do not perform any repairs. Figure 1. Buffer stop (jounce bumper). © 2014 Audi of America, Inc. Page 1 of 2 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 4. Create a TAC ticket, and attach the photo to the ticket. If this is repeat repair for this condition, note it on the ticket. 5. Activate the TAC ticket promptly by calling TAC for further instruction. Warranty This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty. Additional Information All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2036991) are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information. © 2014 Audi of America, Inc. Page 2 of 2 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.