Campaign - Replace Engine Idler Roller/Drive Belt: Overview

UPDATE Idler Roller (NVLW)

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2027384/1

August 22, 2011





Affected Vehicles

Condition
This RVU has been proactively released to prevent the following condition from occurring in the vehicle:

Checking idler roller

This Required Vehicle Update (RVU) is in effect until removed. Vehicle must meet all of the following criteria:

^ Procedure is valid only for vehicles that show the 13E9 code in the ElsaWeb Campaign/Action Information screen on the day of repair.

^ Vehicle must be within the New Limited Vehicle Warranty.

^ Procedure must be performed within the allotted time frame stated in this Technical Service Bulletin.

^ Procedure must be performed on applicable vehicles in dealer inventory prior to sale.

Technical Background

On Audi vehicles with V6 petrol engine manufactured within a specific period, the idler roller for the poly V-belt can be out of line. This can result in damage to the poly V-belt.

Production Solution

The affected vehicles must be inspected to check whether the poly V-belt is running correctly; the idler roller and the poly V-belt must be replaced if necessary.








Warranty





Required Parts and Tools

^ Properly destroy and dispose of removed parts in accordance with all state and local requirements, unless otherwise indicated and/or requested through SAGA.

^ If you have exhausted your allocated parts and you require additional parts for vehicles affected by this RVU but have exceeded your Upper Order Limit, please submit your requests for additional parts via email. Be sure to include the affected VINs with your order. Prior to submitting your request, ensure that each vehicle has the 13E9-4C code open in ElsaWeb. Your order will be reviewed and processed accordingly.

Additional Information

All parts and service references provided in this RVU are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Department and service manuals for the latest information.