A6 Quattro Wagon V6-3.2L (BKH) (2006)
Ignition Key In Signal: All Technical Service Bulletins
Antitheft System - Can't Turn Ignition Switch/Key Stuck
96 08 19
2012483/3
November 25, 2008.
Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 96 number 08-07 dated August 12, 2008 for reasons listed below.
Affected Vehicles
28 Ignition switch cannot be turned on; key may stick in ignition
Condition
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Engine will not start.
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Ignition cannot be turned on.
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In some cases, the ignition key cannot be removed from the ignition switch after attempting to start the engine.
Technical Background
No communication with the Access/Start Control Unit (J518), which may be caused by capacitor and or transistor damage within the Access/Start
Control Unit (J518).
Production Solution
Introduction of an improved Access/Start Control Unit (J518).
Service
1. Verify that the wire connections are good at the Access/Start Control Unit (J518), and verify voltage supply and grounds are OK.
2. Remove the black/red wire from position 19 of the 20-pin connector located at the Access/Start Control Unit (J518).
NOTE: This wire provides the signal (50) from the starter relay. Removal of this circuit is to prevent a possible voltage spike that could cause
damage to the Access/Start Control Unit (J518).
3. Tape the wire and terminal back on the wiring harness.
4. Replace the Access/Start Control Unit (J518).
Warranty