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Transmission Makes Clacking Noise At Load Change (GROUP 34, NO. 10-02)
Reference number: GROUP 34, NO. 10-02
Supersedes refnos: 2014532, GROUP 34, NO. 07-01, GROUP 34, NO. 08-01, GROUP 34, NO. 08-04
TRANSMISSION MAKES CLACKING NOISE AT LOAD CHANGE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| AUDI: | TT 2003 - 2007, 2008; A3 2006 - 2008 |
| GROUP: | 34 - Manual Transmission - Controls, Case |
SUBJECT
Transmission makes clacking noise at load change
34 10 02 2014532/5 June 17, 2010. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 34 number 08-04 dated November 25, 2008.
| Model(s) | Year | VIN Range | Vehicle-Specific Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| TT | 2003 - 2007 | All | 6-Speed Manual Transmission |
| 2008 | 000001 - 020130 | ||
| A3 | 2006 - 2007 | All | |
| 2008 | 000001 - 060138 |
CONDITION
- Load change noise (clacking) on the A3 and TT with manual gearbox (02Q, 02M, 02Y).
- Clacking noises from the area of the transmission swivel support at load change.
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
Engine vibrations can cause the attachments on the swivel support to become loose.
PRODUCTION SOLUTION
Modification in production.
SERVICE
Because of the anticorrosion protection, the HeliCoil elements pictured in Fig 1 must be installed. If elements without surface coating are installed, the thread may be destroyed by corrosion.
- Install HeliCoil thread elements (N 100 655 03)
on both mounting holes in the gearbox housing for the attachment of the swivel support bolts. Contrary to the Repair Manual, use the following two bolts to attach the swivel support:
- M10x35 (N 910 661 01).
- M10x75 (N 106 802 01).
- Torque bolts to 50 Nm + 90°.
WARRANTY
| Claim Type: | Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational only. | ||
| Service Number: | 3441 | ||
| Damage Code: | 0010 | ||
| Labor Operations: | Remove and install support | 3441 1999 | 90 TU |
| Diagnostic Time: | GFF - Checking and clearing fault codes included in existing labor operations | No allowance | 0 TU |
| Road test prior to service procedure | 0121 0002 | 10 TU | |
| Road test after service procedure | 0121 0004 | 10 TU | |
| Technical diagnosis at dealer's discretion (Refer to Section 2.2.1.2 and Audi Warranty Online for DADP allowance details) |
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| Claim Comment: | As per TSB #2014532/5 | ||
All warranty claims submitted for payment must be in accordance with the Audi Warranty Policies and Procedures Manual. Claims are subject to review or audit by Audi Warranty.
REQUIRED PARTS AND TOOLS
| Part Number | Part Description | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| N 100 655 03 | HeliCoil with protective coating | 1 |
| N 910 661 01 | Bolt M10x35 | 1 |
| N 106 802 01 | Bolt M10x75 | 1 |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All parts and service references provided in this TSB are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.
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- • 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.