Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Replacement For Defective USA/CDN/6 Program Card (A96-03)
Reference number: A96-03
REPLACEMENT FOR DEFECTIVE USA/CDN/6 PROGRAM CARD
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
REPLACEMENT CARD FOR DEFECTIVE USA/CDN/6
Model(s): All Audi Models
Group: Tools - Equipment
Bulletin No.: A96-03
Date: August 16, 1996
SERVICE INFORMATION
Due to a text error in the current USA/CDN/6 program card, an incorrect description of an O2-Sensor DTC can occur. Listed below are the correct descriptions to all of the O2-Sensor DTC's in question. All Audi and Volkswagen Dealers can use their current USA/CDN/6 program cards as long as they use the correct descriptions for the O2 DTC's listed below or in the repair manual.
To correct the current USA/CDN/6 program cards, VWoA will shortly send out new USA/CDN/6 replacement cards to all Audi and Volkswagen Dealers free of charge. Upon receiving your new USA/CDN/6 replacement card, please send back the defective card to Zelenda Tool Company using the self addressed pre-post marked mail packet which will be included with your new USA/CDN/6 replacement card. All Audi and Volkswagen Dealers are required to send back the defective program card.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.