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Audi remote key communication

This TSB applies to all 2000-2010 Audi models. Potential issue: central locking via the remote control doesn’t work either sporadically or permanently, but the locks can be operated manually.

10.03.2017

Toyota TPMS Communication Loss

This bulletin applies to a loss of TPMS tire registration with the ECU on 2007-2009 Toyota Tundra SR5 vehicles (as well as Avalon, Camry, RAV4, Sienna).

23.12.2016

The owner of a 2009 Mini Cooper S may complain about poor shift quality and/or the selector lever quadrant not synchronized with the transmission detents, usually following transmission repairs or engine compartment service. This can be caused by improper handling (bending, mis-adjustment or over-stretching) of cables.

11.11.2016

The Light’s On, But Nobody’s Home

Owners of 2010 BMW 750I vehicles may complain about backlighting in the instrument cluster staying on after the ignition is turned off. This applies to vehicle equipped with the optional 6WB (dynamic digital instrument cluster). No fault code is stored.

06.10.2016

Shocking the Audi

This bulletin applies to 2010 Audi Q5 models that feature the adaptive dampers suspension warning light on (Suspension: System Fault), with DTCs 00142, 00143, 00144, 00145 and/or 03264 stored.

30.09.2016

Bummer Bimmer

This bulletin applies to 2009 BMW 128i models produced from June 2006 to 2009. After replacing the CAS (car access system), the vehicle has a no-crank condition. The likely cause: The CAS “Line Mode” is still active.

28.07.2016

Eco Mode Is Icky

This bulletin applies to 2011-2012 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles. The customer may experience a harsh shift on acceleration while the “ECO” mode is switched on.

12.07.2016

Audi ESP Light On

Audi DTCs for “Please read memory of engine control unit,” or “Load/RPM signal missing from engine control unit” are stored in the memory of the ESP control unit. When ESP regulation is necessary, the system interferes with the engine management system to reduce torque. Before the ESP system activates the brakes, TCS regulation takes place. The engine management system must work flawlessly to ensure proper ESP system operation.

14.06.2016

Bucking Bimmer

This bulletin applies to 2007 BMW 335i models, equipped with the N54 engine and produced from 6-1-2006 through 9-15-2006. The complaint may involve a slight bucking under acceleration or when pulling away after a cold start.

30.05.2016

Limp Speed Driver Error

This bulletin applies to 2008 Audi Cabriolet A4, S4 and RS4 models. The engine may return to idle speed of approximately 1,400 rpm even with the accelerator depressed. In addition, the engine hesitates and lacks take-off power.