40133720358541
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Rattling/knocking noise from front end over bumps
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| 2014 AUDI A4 |
| 2014 AUDI A5 |
| 2014 AUDI A5 CABRIOLET |
| 2014 AUDI Q5 |
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| 2013 AUDI A4 |
| 2013 AUDI A5 |
| 2013 AUDI A5 CABRIOLET |
| 2013 AUDI Q5 |
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| 2012 AUDI A5 |
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| 2012 AUDI Q5 |
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| 2011 AUDI A5 |
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| 2011 AUDI Q5 |
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| 2010 AUDI A4 |
| 2010 AUDI A5 |
| 2010 AUDI A5 CABRIOLET |
| 2010 AUDI Q5 |
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Technical Service Bulletin 40 Rattling/knocking noise from front end over bumps 40 13 37 2035854/1 December 3, 2013. Model(s) Year A4 2009 - 2014 A5 2008 - 2013 A5 Cab 2010 - 2014 Q5 2009 - 2014 VIN Range Vehicle-Specific Equipment All Not Applicable Condition • The customer reports hearing a rattling or knocking noise when the car is driven over bumps or uneven road surfaces. The noise is noticed after the car has been driven for a while and is warmed-up, and when the temperature outside is warm. • The condition can be duplicated if the brakes are applied while the car is driven over bumps. Technical Background High ambient temperatures at the hydraulic guide links cause the noise. Production Solution Not applicable. © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. Page 1 of 4 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 Service 1. Confirm that the noise is coming from the guide link(s) and not from other suspension components on the vehicle (e.g., worn or damaged bushings or suspension components). 2. After the noise is confirmed to be from the guide links, replace both left and right lower guide links (Figure 1) according to the instructions in Elsa >> Repair Manual >> Chassis >> Suspension, Wheel, Steering >> Front Suspension >> Removal and Installation >> Guide Link. Figure 1. Lower guide link © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. Page 2 of 4 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 Warranty Claim Type: Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational only. Service Number: 4016 Damage Code: 020 Labor Operations: 2 Wheels remove + install 4405 2000 20 TU 4016 2050 (A4/A5/Q5) 110 TU 4016 2050 (A5 Cab) 90 TU Road test prior to service procedure 0121 0002 10 TU Road test after service procedure 0121 0004 10 TU 2 Lower guide links remove + install Technical diagnosis at dealer’s discretion (Refer to Section 2.2.1.2 and Audi Warranty Online for DADP allowance details) Claim Comment: As per TSB #2035854/1 Required Parts and Tools Part Number Part Description Quantity 4G0407693J Wishbone link (left front) 1 4G0407694J Wishbone link (right front) 1 Tool Number Tool Description Quantity V.A.G 1332 Torque wrench 40-200 Nm 1 V.A.G 1332/7 Ring spanner insert, AF 21mm 1 V.A.G 1383 A Engine-transmission jack 1 T10149 Wheel hub support 1 T40042 Ball joint puller 1 © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. Page 3 of 4 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 Additional Information All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2035854) are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information. © 2013 Audi of America, Inc. Page 4 of 4 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.