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Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) Bosch 5.3: Notes

CAUTION: Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
  • Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
  • Switch the ignition off.
  • Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
  • On vehicles equipped with Audi Telematics by OnStar, switch-off the emergency (back-up) battery for the Telematic/Telephone Control Module prior to disconnecting vehicle battery. See EXAMPLE: SWITCH OFF EMERGENCY (BACK-UP) BATTERY .
  • After reconnecting vehicle battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio. Also check operation of clock and power windows according to Repair Manual and/or Owner's Manual.
  • After reconnecting vehicle battery on vehicles equipped with Audi Telematics by OnStar =>, switch-on the emergency (back-up) battery for the Telematic/Telephone Control Module. See EXAMPLE: SWITCH ON EMERGENCY (BACK-UP) BATTERY .