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Interior - Leather Upholstery Cleaning

72 08 06

2010124/4

December 4, 2008.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 72 number 08-05 dated September 10, 2008 for reasons listed below.





Affected Vehicles

72 Front center arm rest cover fails to open

Condition





Release cover for front armrest fails to open, preventing access to storage compartment in armrest.

Technical Background

Figure 1:





Latch broken at holding point or handle pivot (Figure 1).

Production Solution

Improved construction material for the latch.

Service

Replace armrest release handle assembly (part number 4F0 898 173 + color code). See repair manual in ElsaWeb >> Body Interior Group 68 >> Interior equipment >> Removal and Installation >> Front Center Armrest Cover.

Do not replace the entire armrest cover.

Warranty





When procedure applies to vehicles under warranty, use the table.

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.





Required Parts and Tools

Additional Information

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.