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2013 Audi S4 Premium Plus, Standard Trans

Engine Warning Light On After Engine Replacement (GROUP 01, NO. 14-98)

2013 Audi S4 Premium Plus, Standard TransSECTION Engine Warning Light On After Engine Replacement (GROUP 01, NO. 14-98)
WARNING: This page is about the S4 Premium Plus, Automatic DCT Trans, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
Publication date: 2014-10-15
Reference number: GROUP 01, NO. 14-98
Supersedes refnos: 2038166

ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ON AFTER ENGINE REPLACEMENT

ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ON AFTER ENGINE REPLACEMENT

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): GROUP 01, NO. 14-98 (2038166/1), Date of Issue:  October 15, 2014
AUDI: All 2011 - 2015
GROUP: 01 - On-Board Diagnostic

01 14 98 2038166/1 October 15, 2014.

APPLICABLE MODELS AND YEARS

Model(s) Year VIN Range Vehicle-Specific Equipment
All 2011 - 2015 All V6 and V8 engines

CONDITION

  • The engine warning light is on after engine replacement.
  • The engine is not running roughly. However, one of the following fault codes is stored in the engine control module (ECM), J623 (01):
    • DTC P0300  (Random/multiple cylinder misfire detected)
    • DTC P0301  (Cyl. 1 misfire detected)
    • DTC P0302  (Cyl. 2 misfire detected)
    • DTC P0303  (Cyl. 3 misfire detected)
    • DTC P0304  (Cyl. 4 misfire detected)
    • DTC P0305  (Cyl. 5 misfire detected)
    • DTC P0306  (Cyl. 6 misfire detected)
    • DTC P0307  (Cyl. 7 misfire detected)
    • DTC P0308  (Cyl. 8 misfire detected)
  • The fault codes occur at light load, between 8% and 14% accelerator pedal position.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

The programmed values for the misfire adaption are not automatically reset when the memory is deleted. The adaption must be reset after the engine is installed.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not applicable.

SERVICE

Use Guided Fault Finding (GFF) to clear adaptations: GFF >> Powertrain >> "Engine Code" >> OBD >> Engine Electronics, Functions >> Resetting Misfire Adaptations 

WARRANTY

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Claim Type:  Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational only.
Service Number:  2470
Damage Code:  0039
Labor Operations:  Program injection control unit 2470 2599 20 TU
Diagnostic Time:  GFF No allowance 0 TU
Road test prior to service procedure No allowance 0 TU
Road test after service procedure No allowance 0 TU
Claim Comment:  As per TSB #2038166/1

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

All parts and service references provided in this TSB (2038166) are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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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.