A8 Quattro Sedan V8-4.2L (AUX) (2001)
Valve Cover Gasket: All Technical Service Bulletins
Engine - Upper Engine Oil Leaks
15 08 07
2010877/5
June 24, 2008. Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 15 number 08-04 dated May 23, 2008 to clarify warranty information.
Vehicle Information
Oil leaks from upper engine areas, diagnostic guidelines
Condition
Misdiagnosis of oil leaks from upper engine areas may result in unnecessary replacement of camshaft adjusters and/or camshaft adjuster gaskets.
Tip:
Please note revisions to the procedure in this TSB. It is no longer necessary to replace the cylinder head cover gasket prior to other repairs.
This TSB applies only to oil leaks from the engine.
Technical Background
Not applicable.
Production Solution
Not applicable.
Service
1.
Visually inspect area of suspected oil leak.