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Replaced Rearview Camera Control Unit Cannot Be Coded (GROUP 91, NO. 12-45)
Reference number: GROUP 91, NO. 12-45
Supersedes refnos: 2030001
REPLACED REARVIEW CAMERA CONTROL UNIT CANNOT BE CODED
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
| AUDI: | Audi A4/S4/allroad 2009 - 2014; Audi A5/S5/RS 5 2008 - 2014 |
| GROUP: | 91 - Radio, Telephone, Board Computer, Multi-Function Indicator (MFI) |
SERVICE INFORMATION
91 12 45 2030001/1 June 29, 2012.
| Model(s) | Year | VIN Range | Vehicle-Specific Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A4/S4/allroad | 2009 - 2014 | All | Not Applicable |
| Audi A5/S5/RS 5 | 2008 - 2014 |
CONDITION
After replacing the original Rearview camera control unit, the replacement control unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual. SVM returns a response code of "ERP0048I - Result: Hardware requiring checking was detected! "
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
The Rearview camera control unit, for A4 and A5 vehicles, requires an SVM code to allow for the exchange and online coding using SVM. An SVM Specified vs. Actual comparison will not code the new control unit.
PRODUCTION SOLUTION
Not applicable.
SERVICE
When replacing the Rearview camera control unit (J772) an SVM coding must be performed using the provided SVM code. This SVM code does not provide any software updates to the control unit. It only allows the exchange of the original part to the replacement part along with the online coding.
| Model | Old Part Numbers | Old Software Version | New Part Numbers | New Software Version | SVM Action Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4, S4, allroad and A5, S5, RS 5 | 8T0907441C- 4L0907441B |
* | 8T0907441D- 8T0907441D |
* | XCHG6CA001 |
| 8T0907441C- 4L0907441B |
* | 8T0907441C- 4L0907441B |
* | ||
| 8T0907441D- 8T0907441D |
* | 8T0907441D- 8T0907441D |
* | ||
| 8T0907441D- 8T0907441D |
* | 8T0907441C- 4L0907441B |
* |
WARRANTY
| Claim Type: | Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational only. | ||
| Service Number: | 9173 | ||
| Damage Code: | 0040 | ||
| Diagnostic Time: | GFF | 0150 0000 | Time stated on diagnostic protocol (Max 50 TU) |
| Road test prior to service procedure | No allowance | 0 TU | |
| Road test after service procedure | No allowance | 0 TU | |
| Technical diagnosis at dealer's discretion (Refer to Section 2.2.1.2 and Audi Warranty Online for DADP allowance details) | |||
| Claim Comment: | As per TSB #2030001/1 | ||
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.
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.