Collision Avoidance - False Side Object Warning
96 Audi Side Assist warning light on with no objects in vehicle monitoring area (false warning)
96 12 38
2019481/8
June 13, 2012.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 11 - 16 dated January 6, 2011 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 119
Condition
^ False warning from lane change assistant (Audi Side Assist). The warning light in the side mirror(s) illuminate when no object is currently in the
monitored area to the sides of the vehicle.
^ No relevant DTC(s) stored in the lane change assistance control unit (address word 3C).
Technical Background
Software fault.
Production Solution
Optimized software.
Service
Replacement of the control unit is not necessary. Warranty claims for control unit replacements without use and application of this TSB will be
debited.
SVM Update Instructions
1. Follow all instructions in the attached TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
2. Check the software version of the lane change assistant (address word 3C). Update the software as needed using the SVM action code listed in
the table above.
Tip: If the software is at the latest version and complaints of false warnings continue it is recommended to calibrate the sensors and verify they
are clean and properly mounted to the vehicle. If problems persist please contact the Audi Technical Assistance Center.
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 120
Warranty
Additional Information
The following Technical Service Bulletin will be necessary to complete this procedure:
^ TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
^ TSB 2020050 96 Lane change assistant (Audi side assist) inoperative
^ TSB 2024300 96 Audi Side Assist, replacing control units
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.
Attachment
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 121
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 122
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 123
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 124
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 125
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 126
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 127
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 128
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 129
Audi A4 Quattro Sedan (8K2) L4-2.0L Turbo (CAEB) Page 130
TSB 2011732 00 Software Version Management (SVM), operating instructions.
