PhilJ

Howdy all,<p>In perusing the many TSBs at the VW website, I've found many particularly interesting ones. The TSBs are in PDF format, so you'll have to get Adobe Acrobat Reader (Version 4 is the latest). <p>Check out the TSBs for yourself, I'd recommend printing out a copy and showing it to the service people when you bring your car in for service. Especially the one about the remote range.<p>I think the URL should be in the a4.org FAQ.<p>Enjoy!<p>-PhilJ<p>---------------------------------------------<p>01-99-01, 01-99-02: Engine misfires<p>66-99-01, 66-99-02: Heated Mirrors (ALWAYS on 96-Jan99, after Jan 1999 on only when ambient temp is below 59F/16C.)<p>66-99-04: Wind noise on outside mirrors (install a gasket)<p>68-99-02: Armrest creaking due to design change June 1998 (apply tape, shave off some plastic)<p>87-99-01: Air conditioner not cold enough (replace condenser)<p>92-99-01: skipping wiper blades (clean windshield, adjust angle)<p>94-99-01: Moisture inside headlights (normal due to vented headlights, disappears after several minutes with headlights on)<p>01-98-07: Remote reprogramming info, also see the A4.org FAQ. (ONE free reprogramming)<p>17-98-01: Oil drain plug tightening torque (50 Nm/36.9 ft-lb for the 1.8T)<p>37-98-01: Delayed 1-2 shift with auto trans during warm-up (normal for 2 minutes, emissions reasons)<p>37-98-03: Whine/whirr noise at speeds with 1.8TQ auto/tip (install transmission noise deadening shields)<p>40-98-02: Noisy front suspension (suspension shipping spacers not removed during delivery)<p>42-98-02: Knocking/creaking from rear axle, FWD only (replace rear axle bushing)<p>57-98-02: Remote key distance (install new remote transmitter antenna lead. Improved transmitter factory-installed beginning March 1998, with VIN 8DWA128920)<br>Hm, the service person at Anderson-Behel was wrong when he told me that I had the newer transmitter already. I should get it fixed.<p>64-98-03: Rear window creaking/popping noise on sedans (lubricate rear window trim)<p>67-98-02: Starting with 1999 model year, floor mats will NOT have embroidered logos.<p>91-98-05 (sedan), 91-98-06 (avant): installing factory cellular phone<p>91-98-07: Panasonic CD changer error codes (CD1ERR1= Dirty or improperly installed CD; CD1ERR2= CD has scratches; CD1ERR3= CD Changer mechanical malfunction)<p>01-97-07: Lack of power, 1.8T auto/tip (possibly replace ECU)<p>And last but not least,<p><br>46-97-01: BRAKE SQUEAL!! (cross-hatch sand the rotors, deglaze and sand the pads, chamber/bevel edges of the pads, apply Plastilube Moly3 high-temp grease to backs of pads, clean and lube calipers and pistons)<br><ul><li><a href="http://tech.vw.com/audi/newtech.htm">Audi Technical Service Bulletins</a></li></ul>

Jim Simone

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KLHI

Shouldn't this be in buyers guide along with the current tsb links? BTW, thanks for the info

Alex Popper

Wonderful information. Thank you!

Robert Jordan

Re: TSBs... You gotta check this out! Great info, Thanks!