Rcrit 18V818 1724
Rcrit 18V818 1724
Code: 20BJ
Subject Fuel Pump Flange
Affected Vehicles U.S.A. & CANADA: Certain 2007-2012 MY Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 vehicles
Check Campaigns/Actions screen in Elsa on the day of repair to verify that a VIN qualifies for repair under this
action. Elsa is the only valid campaign inquiry & verification source.
Campaign status must show “open.”
If Elsa shows other open action(s), inform your customer so that the work can also be completed at
the same time the vehicle is in the workshop for this campaign.
Problem Description The affected vehicles were included/repaired in an earlier safety recall, Audi Safety Recall code
20W9 (NHTSA 16V-660 / TC 2016-443). Under that safety recall, the fuel pump flange had
been inspected and was found to have minor cracks (but no fuel leak), and butyl tape was
applied to the fuel pump flange as an interim repair. The butyl tape repair may not fully prevent
a future fuel leak at the fuel pump flange in these vehicles. Leaking fuel, in the presence of an
ignition source, may result in a fire.
Corrective Action Replace the fuel pump flange and install butyl tape on top of the new flange to protect it from
outside contamination.
Precautions If a fuel smell is detected in the vehicle, customers are advised to immediately contact the
nearest authorized Audi dealer in order to have the vehicle inspected.
Parts Information Parts will be allocated prior to owner notification. If allocated parts have been used and your
dealership is at the weekly Upper Order Limit, please submit the backordered sales document
number to upperorderlimits@audi.com to have additional parts released.
Code Visibility On or about December 14, 2018, affected vehicles will be listed on the Inventory Vehicle Open
Campaign Action report under My Dealership Reports (found on www.accessaudi.com & OMD
Web). A list will not be posted for dealers who do not have any affected vehicles.
On or about December 14, 2018, this campaign code will show open on affected vehicles in
Elsa.
On or about December 14, 2018, affected vehicles will be identified with this campaign code in
the VIN Lookup tool at www.audiusa.com and on the NHTSA VIN lookup tool at
www.safercar.gov.
Owner Notification Owner notification will take place in December 2018. Owner letter examples are included in this
bulletin for your reference.
Additional Information Please alert everyone in your dealership about this action, including Sales, Service, Parts
and Accounting personnel. Contact Warranty if you have any questions.
IMPORTANT REMINDER ON VEHICLES AFFECTED BY SAFETY & COMPLIANCE RECALLS
New Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: It is a violation of federal law for a dealer to deliver a new
motor vehicle or any new or used item of motor vehicle equipment (including a tire) covered
by this notification under a sale or lease until the defect or noncompliance is remedied. By
law, dealers must correct, prior to delivery for sale or lease, any vehicle that fails to comply
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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with an applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard or that contains a defect relating to
motor vehicle safety.
Pre-Owned Vehicles in Dealer Inventory: Dealers should not deliver any pre-owned vehicles
in their inventory which are involved in a safety or compliance recall until the defect has been
remedied.
Dealers must ensure that every affected inventory vehicle has this campaign completed before
delivery to consumers.
The information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures
are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether
this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi Group of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
Criteria I.D. 01
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Criteria I.D. 02
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Customer Letter Example (USA)
<MONTH YEAR>
<CUSTOMER NAME>
<CUSTOMER ADDRESS>
<CUSTOMER CITY STATE ZIPCODE>
This notice applies to your vehicle: <VIN>
NHTSA: 18V818
Subject: Safety Recall 20BJ – Fuel Pump Flange
Certain 2007-2012 MY Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 Vehicles
If you still cannot obtain satisfaction, you may file a complaint with: The Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590; or call the toll-free Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-
888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause; however we are taking this action to help ensure your safety
and continued satisfaction with your vehicle.
Sincerely,
Audi Customer Protection
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Customer Letter Example (CANADA)
<MONTH YEAR>
<CUSTOMER NAME>
<CUSTOMER ADDRESS>
<CUSTOMER CITY STATE ZIPCODE>
This notice applies to your vehicle: <VIN>
Subject: Safety Recall 20BJ – Fuel Pump Flange
Certain 2007-2012 MY Audi Q7 and 2009-2012 Audi Q5 Vehicles
We apologize for any inconvenience this matter may cause; however we are taking this action to help ensure your
safety and continued satisfaction with your vehicle.
Sincerely,
Audi Customer Protection
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Campaign Work Procedure 20BJ Safety Recall
Repair Overview
Required Parts
NOTE
The specified part numbers reflect the status at the start of this recall. Interim updates made in ETKA can cause a
listed part number to become unavailable. In this case, the new part number specified in ETKA should be used.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Required Tools
Torque Wrench
(40 – 200 Nm)
-1332-
(or equivalent)
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Repair Instruction
TIP
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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WARNING
Risk of injury. Refer to “Warning and Safety Precautions”, found in Appendix A at the end of this document.
NOTE
• Damages resulting from improper repair or failure to follow these work instructions are the dealer’s
responsibility and are not eligible for reimbursement under this action.
• This procedure must be read in its entirety prior to performing the repair.
• Due to variations in vehicle equipment and options, the steps/illustrations in this work procedure may not
identically match all affected vehicles.
• Diagnosis and repair of pre-existing conditions in the vehicle are not covered under this action.
• When working during extreme temperatures, it is recommended that the vehicle be allowed to acclimate
inside the shop to avoid temperature-related component damage/breakage.
NOTE
If the fuel level in the vehicle is at or below ¼ tank,
then it is possible to perform all operations in this
bulletin without extracting any fuel using the Fuel
Extracting Device -VAS5190A-. Record the fuel
level before continuing on to battery disconnection.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Disconnect battery ground cable:
• Access the battery.
• Open the cover <1> over the battery negative
terminal.
• Loosen the nut several turns, remove and
isolate the battery ground cable terminal
<arrow> from the battery pole.
NOTE
• The battery must be disconnected before
removing fuel from the vehicle. If fuel
removal is required and the battery is not
disconnected, it is possible to experience
fuel level sender errors upon completion of
this campaign.
• Consequential diagnosis or damage
resulting from failure to disconnect the
battery is not covered under this campaign.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Remove the four right rear seat frame bolts
<1, 2, 3, and 4> using hand tools.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Flip the seat frame up to gain access to the
seat frame adjustment cable connector.
• Unclip the seat frame adjustment cable
connector <A> from the seat frame.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Remove the right rear seat frame from the
vehicle.
NOTE
• Do not use pliers or other tools on any of the
fuel line connectors or damage to the
connectors may occur.
• Damage to the fuel line connectors due to
improper removal/installation may cause a
connector to not fasten securely upon
reinstallation, causing a leak.
• A damaged fuel line connector requires
replacement of the fuel line.
• Consequential damage any fuel line
connectors due to improper
removal/installation is not covered under
this campaign.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Clean and/or vacuum the area around the fuel
pump opening to ensure no debris falls into
the fuel tank during the repair.
• Release the lock and disconnect the electrical
connector <1>.
CAUTION
Proper safety equipment is required. Wear safety
goggles and protective gloves when working with
gasoline, or any other fuel.
TIP
Due to clearance issues between the locking tab
and the body of flange, a small pick tool can be used
to aid in removal of the connector.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Drain fuel down to approximately ¼ of a tank
using Fuel Extraction Unit -VAS5190A-, if
necessary.
NOTE
Accurately record the amount of fuel in liters
removed from the vehicle using the sightglass
measurement viewport on the side of the
-VAS5190A- Fuel Extraction Unit. It is required to
return to the fuel tank precisely the amount of fuel
removed from the fuel tank. Failure to do so may
result in fuel sending unit faults.
WARNING
There is a risk of fuel leaking out from the filled fuel
filter flange. Lay cloths, rags, or other absorbent
material around the fuel filter flange opening to
catch the leaking fuel.
CAUTION
Dispose of all absorbent material contaminated with
gasoline or any other fuel in accordance with Local
and Federal guidelines.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• If necessary, extract the fuel through the
opening for the fuel delivery unit until the fuel
has been reduced to a level that allows
contact with the suction jet pump without
submerging the hands in fuel.
o Pull the fuel filter flange slightly out of
the fuel tank and slide the
-VAS5190A- into the fuel tank
through the gap between the sealing
flange and the installation opening.
CAUTION
The fuel should be drained as to avoid submerging
hands or fingers in fuel. In cold temperatures, fuel
remains liquid well below the freezing point of water.
In cold climates the fuel in the tank could be cold
enough to cause injury if the hands or fingers are
submerged, even when wearing gloves.
NOTE
Accurately record the amount of fuel in liters
removed from the vehicle using the sightglass
measurement viewport on the side of the
-VAS 5190- Fuel Extraction Unit. It is required to
return to the fuel tank precisely the amount of fuel
removed from the fuel tank. Failure to do so may
result in fuel sending unit faults.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Pull the fuel filter flange <2> out of the fuel
tank slightly and remove the seal <1>.
• Move the fuel filter flange toward the right side
of the vehicle, reach into the fuel tank through
the gap between the flange and the opening
and carefully guide the fuel line <3> out of the
fuel tank.
• Remove the fuel filter flange <2> from the
opening in the fuel tank and set it to the side
with the lines still connected.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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NOTE
Be careful not to bend the floater arm on the Fuel
Level Sensor <3> when removing the fuel delivery
unit <1>.
NOTE
Be sure to connect the ground wire <1> to the fuel
delivery unit <arrows> before continuing. Take care
that during installation of the new fuel delivery unit
assembly that the ground wire <1> is not damaged.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Carefully reinsert the fuel delivery unit <1>
into the fuel tank.
• Reach through the opening in the fuel tank
and properly align the suction jet pump <2>.
NOTE
• Be careful not to bend the floater arm <3>
on the Fuel Level Sensor <1> when
reinstalling the fuel delivery unit <2>.
• Route the floater arm <3> carefully into the
baffle in the fuel tank.
• Make sure all fuel lines inside the fuel tank
are routed correctly and do not interfere
with the travel of the fuel sending unit floater
arm <3>.
NOTE
The floater arm of the Fuel Level Sensor must point
toward the right side of the vehicle through the
opening in the fuel tank baffle.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Note the correct positioning of the fuel level
sensor float.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Reconnect the fuel pump connector to the fuel
filter flange.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Move the fuel pump flange into the installation
position.
NOTE
The tab <2> on the sealing flange faces toward the
rear of the vehicle and must be between the tabs
<1> and <3> on the fuel tank.
NOTE
The fuel heater line is not applicable on most
vehicles. You must install the quick coupling piece
cap onto the nipple located at the fuel heater line
connection <1> if the fuel heating line is not
applicable, or you will develop a fuel leak.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Reinstall the electrical connector <1> and
engage connector lock.
• Pull gently on the connector to verify
connection to the fuel filter flange.
NOTE
The fuel filter flange must be fully installed (with the
locking ring in place) when the protective film is
applied to ensure that part of the protective film
does not get trapped between the top section of the
fuel pump flange and the locking ring.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Dispense recovered fuel contained in the
-VAS5190A- Fuel Extracting Device back into
the vehicle fuel tank.
CAUTION
Refer to the previously recorded fuel measurement
obtained from the -VAS5190A- Fuel Extraction Unit
sightglass. Be certain to refill the vehicle fuel tank
with the same amount of fuel that was originally
extracted from the vehicle or fuel sending unit faults
may occur.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Reinstall seat frame and seat bench:
• Reinstall the seat frame.
TIP
• Start bolt <1> by hand first.
• The bolt holes in the seat frame for the
other three bolts are elongated. Bolt hole
<1> is not elongated. This will reduce
any chance of cross threading a bolt.
• Torque the seat frame mounting bolts <1, 2,
3, and 4> to 50 Nm.
CAUTION
Replace the mounting grommets <5> each time the
bench seat is removed. Do not reuse the
grommets.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Connect battery ground:
• Disconnect the connector <2> from the
Battery Monitoring Control Module -J367-
<3>.
• Connect the battery ground cable terminal by
hand to the battery negative terminal and
tighten the nut <1> to 5 Nm.
• Reconnect the connector to the Battery
Monitoring Control Module -J367- <3>.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Section C – Repair Procedure for Q7 (Criteria 02)
NOTE
If the fuel level in the vehicle is at or below ½ tank,
then it is possible to perform all operations in this
bulletin without extracting any fuel using the Fuel
Extracting Device -VAS5190A-. Record the fuel
level before continuing on to battery disconnection.
NOTE
• The battery must be disconnected before
removing fuel from the vehicle. If fuel
removal is required and the battery is not
disconnected, it is possible to experience
fuel level sender faults upon completion of
this campaign.
• Consequential diagnosis or damage
resulting from failure to disconnect the
battery is not covered under this campaign.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Remove left seat:
• Create photos or sketches of left rear under
seat wiring location securing and routing.
• Remove seat heating connectors <2> and
<3> (if equipped).
WARNING
Before handling airbag units (for example,
disconnecting electrical connector), the person
handling it must “discharge static electricity”. This
can be done by touching the door striker, for
example.
• Remove yellow airbag connector <1>.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Remove the seat rail stop bolts <2> (if
required).
TIP
• The removal of the seat rail stop bolts will
allow the seat frame to slide forward
enough to gain access to the rear seat
frame mounting bolts if the vehicle is not
equipped with a third row entry assist
handle.
• If the vehicle is equipped with a third row
entry assist access handle on the rear of the
second row backrest, lift the third row entry
assist handle and fold the seat to the full
forward position to gain access to the rear
seat bolts.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Replace fuel filter flange and apply protective film:
• Fold the floor covering to the side in direction
of <arrow>.
• Remove screws <1> through <4> and remove
left locking flange cover.
CAUTION
The fuel should be drained as to avoid submerging
hands or fingers in fuel. In cold temperatures, fuel
remains liquid well below the freezing point of water.
In cold climates the fuel in the tank could be cold
enough to cause injury if the hands or fingers are
submerged, even when wearing gloves.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• If the fuel filter flange is leaking fuel at the time
of this repair, inspect the wiring harness
connector carefully for damage due to fuel
wicking into the weather pack seals.
• If damage to the weather pack seal and/or
wiring harness is discovered, repair the wiring
harness connector, wiring, and weather pack
seals before reconnecting the connector to
the fuel filter flange.
NOTE
• Do not use pliers or other tools on the fuel
line connector or damage to the connector
may occur.
• Damage to the fuel line connector due to
improper removal/installation may cause
the connector to not fasten securely upon
reinstallation, causing a leak.
• A damaged fuel line connector requires
replacement of the fuel line.
• Consequential damage to the fuel line
connector due to improper
removal/installation is not covered under
this campaign.
WARNING
There is a risk of fuel leaking out from the filled fuel
filter flange. Lay cloths, rags, or other absorbent
material below to catch the leaking fuel.
CAUTION
Dispose of all absorbent material contaminated with
gasoline or any other fuel in accordance with Local
and Federal guidelines.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Using Fuel Sending Unit wrench -T10202-,
remove the locking ring from the fuel filter
flange by turning counterclockwise.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Reinstall the fuel filter flange locking ring by
turning clockwise. Torque the locking flange
to 110 Nm.
NOTE
After installation gently push, then pull, on both the
electrical connector and fuel vent line connector to
verify they are securely attached.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Apply protective film as shown. Start
application from the center and work the
protective film towards the outside edges of
the fuel pump flange taking care to eliminate
air gaps or bubbles under the film.
• Use care when applying protective film so that
no dust or dirt comes in contact with the
adhesion side of the film.
NOTE
The fuel filter flange must be fully installed (with the
locking ring in place) when the protective film is
applied to ensure that part of the protective film
does not get trapped between the top section of the
fuel pump flange and the locking ring.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• If fuel was removed due to replacement of the
fuel filter flange, dispense recovered fuel
contained in the -VAS5190A- Fuel Extracting
Device back into the vehicle fuel tank at this
time.
CAUTION
Refer to the previously recorded fuel measurement
obtained from the -VAS5190A- Fuel Extraction Unit
sightglass. Be certain to refill the vehicle fuel tank
with the same amount of fuel that was originally
extracted from the vehicle or fuel sending unit faults
may occur.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Reinstall the seat rail stop bolts <2> (if
removed). Tighten the bolts to 20 Nm.
• Reinstall seat rail trim.
• Connect connectors, if equipped.
• Route and secure wiring according to photos
or sketches that were made.
NOTE
• The connector for the Battery Monitoring
Control Module must be connected when
connecting the ground wire to the ground
point on vehicles with Battery Monitoring
Control Module -J367-.
• If the connector on the Battery Monitoring
Control Module -J367- comes loose when
connecting the battery, wait 30 seconds
before connecting it again.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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• Reinstall battery cover assembly.
NOTE
After connecting the power supply, the ABS warning
lamp may illuminate.
This condition can be corrected by driving the
vehicle a short distance.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Section D – Campaign Completion Stamp
Item#: AUD4927ENG
-OR-
Item # AUD4927FRE
Properly store (retain), destroy or dispose of removed parts in accordance with all state/province and local
requirements, unless otherwise indicated and/or requested through the Warranty Parts Portal (WPP) for U.S. and
the Part Destruction and Core Disposition Report for Canada.
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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Appendix A – Warning and Safety Precautions
WARNING
The repair information in this document is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These
procedures are not intended to be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this document applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To
determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized Audi dealer. 2018 Audi of America, Inc. and Audi Canada. All Rights Reserved.
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