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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSALL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINSAIRBAG CONTROL MODULE - CODING
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Airbag Control Module - Coding
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Airbag Control Module - Coding
Group: 01
Number: 97-17
Date: Dec. 8, 1997
File this Technical Bulletin in Repair Manual No: W42 0115 196 109
Subject:
Airbag Control Module, Coding
Model(s):
A8 m.y. 1997 -->
Information on coding the airbag control module has been revised to include new coding options that apply to m.y. 1998 vehicles.






The Repair Manual pages have been revised, and will be integrated with the next Repair Manual update.
Number: 97-17
Date: Dec. 8, 1997
File this Technical Bulletin in Repair Manual No: W42 0115 196 109
Subject:
Airbag Control Module, Coding
Model(s):
A8 m.y. 1997 -->
Information on coding the airbag control module has been revised to include new coding options that apply to m.y. 1998 vehicles.
The Repair Manual pages have been revised, and will be integrated with the next Repair Manual update.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.