M/T - Cracking Noise When Depressing Clutch Pedal

30 Cracking noise when pressing clutch pedal - B8 (A4/A5/Q5) with manual gearbox

30 11 08

2024756/2

May 24, 2011.

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 30 number 11 - 05 dated January 24, 2011 for reasons listed below.





AFFECTED VEHICLES





CONDITION
Cracking noise or creaking noise from the clutch pedal/master cylinder area when operating the clutch pedal.

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND

Incorrect component

PRODUCTION SOLUTION

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SERVICE





1. Replace the mounting pin for the clutch master cylinder input rod (Figure 1, 5) with part number WHT 001 666 according to the repair manual.

2. Apply 1g grease G 052 128A1 on the eye of the master cylinder from and in the diameter. Also, continuously grease the pin WHT 001 666 in the contact area between pin and master cylinder.

3. Make sure that the pin is correctly attached and recheck for proper operation.

Tip: The pin does not have to be secured by an expanding rivet, even if a rivet was incorrectly fitted by the factory.

Note:
The clutch master cylinder is not the cause of the complaint; do not replace the clutch master cylinder.





WARRANTY INFORMATION





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.