Interior/Restraints - Air Bag Cover Cleaning Precautions
69 Interior cleaning products on and around airbag units69 11 16
2017717/3
March 16, 2011.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 69 number 08-10 dated December 3, 2008 for reasons listed below.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
CONDITION
Certain car care products contain solvents that, when used to clean trim associated with airbag equipment, may damage airbag covers and may affect the deployment strategy of the airbag unit.
TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
Improper cleaning solvents may affect the structural integrity of the airbag cover.
PRODUCTION SOLUTION
None.
SERVICE
The airbag covers must only be cleaned with a damp cloth or solvent-free car care products. Approved cleaning methods are mentioned in the owners manual.
WARRANTY
This TSB is informational only and not applicable to any Audi warranty.
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.