1B Dynamic Steering Control Unit Cannot Be Coded (GROUP 48, NO. 12-25)

1B DYNAMIC STEERING CONTROL UNIT CANNOT BE CODED

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

SERVICE INFORMATION

48 12 25 2029594/1 May 15, 2012.

Model(s)	Year	VIN Range	Vehicle-Specific Equipment
A4	2009 - 2013	All	Not Applicable
A5	2008 - 2013
A5 Cabriolet	2010 - 2013
A8	2011 - 2013
Audi Q5	2009 - 2013

CONDITION

After replacing the dynamic steering with the control unit J792, the unit cannot be coded via SVM spec/actual.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

The SVM code can be found in Parts Bulletin 9-113. All parts bulletins are located on the ETKAinfo.com website. The link to ETKAinfo.com is indicated by the icon seen in Figure 1.

Once the icon is selected, the ETKAinfo.com website will be automatically opened. Next the user must select the tab labeled "Infoline", then set the Make to "Audi" in the dropdown menu, then select the tab labeled "Technology", and then select the left menu option labeled "GP bulletins" (Figure 2).

Alternatively, the EKTAKinfo.com website can be found by selecting Service >> Infoline under the ETKA dropdown menu.

This particular parts bulletin, (9-113) "SVM code for active steering control unit SDC J792", is attached; however, please check ETKA info for the latest update.

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

Not Applicable.

SERVICE

When replacing the dynamic steering control units (J792), online coding and parameterization must first be attempted using an SVM spec/actual comparison. If the SVM spec/actual returns a response of "Check Hardware", then it is possible one of the SVM codes listed below is required to code and parameterize the new replacement control unit.

Tip  : The SVM Exchange Code (XCHG1BA001) may be required.

Model	Old Software Part Number	Old Software Version	New Software Part Number	New Software Version	SVM Action Code
2009-2013 A4 2008-2013 A5, 2009-2013 Audi Q5	8K0907144A 8K0907144B 8K0907144C 8K0907144D 8K0907144E	*	8K0907144E	*	XCHG1BA001
2010-2013 A5 Cabriolet	8K0907144B 8K0907144C 8K0907144D 8K0907144E	*	8K0907144E	*
2011-2013 A8	4H0907144A	*	4H0907144	*

WARRANTY

Claim Type:	Use applicable claim type. If vehicle is outside any warranty, this Technical Service Bulletin is informational only.
Service Number:	4869
Damage Code:	0040
Labor Operation:	SVM documentation feedback	0150 0000	Time stated on diagnostic protocol (50 TU Max)
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
	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 #2029594/1

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

More information on this system can be found in the following resources:

• ElsaWeb: (9-113) "SVM code for active steering control unit SDC J792"

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.