Condition - system status light "green" plus

2004 Audi A6 Quattro, 2.7 D, StandardSECTION Condition - system status light "green" plus
  • message "unable to contact OnStar®" and disconnect,
  • message "OnStar® request ended",
  • nothing happens,
  • or a cellular message

indicates system cellular reception is affected. Proceed as follows:

  • Relocate vehicle to a more elevated or open area and repeat connection attempts. Depending on the local cellular/GPS traffic conditions, several connection attempts may be necessary (and are normal).
  • Shortcomings in the vehicle's cellular/GPS antenna system also affects connectivity. Check all cellular/GPS antenna connections, and perform OBD program. See TELEMATICS ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD), INITIATING . Check for DTCs related to antenna function.
  • If you are still unable to connect, record the VIN and customer details and call OnStar® Customer Care at 1-888-390-4050. Identify yourself to the advisor as an Audi Technician. The advisor will verifiy the customer's OnStar® account is active. Further troubleshooting assistance may be given.
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