Service Training

The 2008 Audi A5/S5

Networking
Self-Study Program 99A703
Audi of America, Inc.
Service Training
Printed in U.S.A.
Printed 9/2007
Course Number 99A703

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 Table of Contents

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Fuses and Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Installation Locations of Infotainment Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Installation Locations of Powertrain and Extended
CAN Bus Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation Locations of Instrument Cluster/Running Gear
CAN Bus Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installation Locations of Convenience CAN Bus Components . . . . . . . 9
Networking – Vehicles with Infotainment CAN Bus . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Networking – Vehicles with MOST Bus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
CAN Node Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Control Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Data Bus Diagnostic Interface J533 (Gateway) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Battery Monitor Control Module J367 (Battery Data Module) . . . . . . 20
Alternator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Battery/Jump Start Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Electrical System Control Module J519 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Light Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Wiper Motor Control Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Outside Lights, Front. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Outside Lights, Rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Self-Study Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

The Self-Study Program teaches the design and function of new vehicle models,
automotive components or technologies. Reference Note

The Self-Study Program is not a Repair Manual!

The values given are only intended as a guideline. Refer to
the software version valid at the time of publication of the SSP.

For maintenance and repair work, always refer to the current technical literature.

 Overview

Relay Carrier and Fuse Panel in Right

Fuses and Relays Side of Luggage Compartment

Fuse Panel, CAN Node Connector,

Right End of Instrument Panel

Fuse Panel and External Jump Start

Lug Connection in Plenum Chamber

Relay Carrier and Fuse Panel in

Electronics Box

Connector Station and CAN Node

 Connector at Lower Left A-Pillar
 Overview

Fuse Panel and Battery Interrupt

Igniter N253 at Positive Battery Post

Relay Carrier and Mounting Bracket

for Electrical System Control Module
J519 in Driver-Side Footwell

Fuse Panel, Left End of

Instrument Panel


 Overview

Installation Locations of Infotainment Components

Telephone
Front Information Display Control Head R199 External Audio Source Transceiver R36
Control Module J523 (MOST) Connection R199 (MOST)

Radio (CAN)

CD Changer R41 (MOST)


 Overview

Amplifier R12

Navigation System
with DVD Drive Control
Module J401 (MOST)

Radio R (MOST)
Digital Sound System
Control Module J525.


 Overview

Installation Locations of Powertrain and Extended

CAN Bus Components

Headlamp Range Control

Module J431

Data Bus On-Board

Diagnostic Interface J533

Distance Regulation
Control Module J428

Transmission Control
Module J217

Engine Control
Module J623

Airbag Control
Control Modules on the Powertrain CAN Bus
Module J234

Control Modules on the Extended CAN Bus


 Overview

Electronic Damping Lane Change Assistance

Control Module J250 Control Module J769

Lane Change Assistance

Control Module 2 J770


 Overview

Installation Locations of Instrument Cluster/Running Gear

CAN Bus Components

Data Bus On-Board

Diagnostic Interface J533

ABS Control
Module J104

Instrument Cluster
Control Module J285

Steering Angle
Sensor G85


 Overview

Electro-Mechanical Parking Brake

Control Module J540

Parking Aid Control

Module J446


 Overview

Installation Locations of Convenience CAN Bus Components

Tire Pressure
Monitoring Control
Front Passenger’s Door
Module J502
Control Module J387

Data Bus On-Board

Diagnostic Interface J533

Climatronic Control
Module J255

Passenger Mem
Control Module

Steering Column
Electronic Systems
Control Module J527

Electrical System
Control Module J519

Driver’s Door Control

Module J386


 Overview

Rearview Camera System

Control Module J772

Comfort System Central

Control Module J393

mory Seat
J136/J521

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 Overview

Networking – Vehicles with Infotainment CAN Bus

Tire Pressure
Monitoring
Air Quality Sensor Control Module
G238 J502

Rearview
A/C Pressure/ Camera System
Temperature Control Module
Sensor J772
G395

Steering Column Multi-Function

Garage Door Opener Electronics System Steering Wheel
Control Module Control Module
Control Module J527 J453
J530
Vehicle Electrical System
Memory Seat/
Control Module Steering Column
J519 Adjustment Control
Module J136
Light Switch
E1
Passenger
Memory Seat
Control Module
Wiper Motor J521
Control Module
J400
Driver’s Door
Control Module
Rain / Light J386
Recognition
Sensor
G397 Front
Passenger’s Door
Control Module
J387

Electronic Steering
Column Lock
Control Module Comfort System Central
J764
Control Module
J393
Access / Start
Authorization
Switch
E415 Alarm Horn
H12

Garage Seat Occupied

Door Opener Control Recognition
Head Control Module
E284 J706

Power Sunroof Climatronic Left Headlamp

Control Module Control Module Power Output
J245 J255 Stage J667

Anti-Theft Alarm Fresh Air Blower Right Headlamp

System Sensor Control Module Power Output
G578 J126 Stage J668

Humidity Sensor Control Motors

G355 For Flap Control

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 Overview

Powertrain CAN Bus Infotainment CAN Bus

Convenience CAN Bus Diagnostics CAN Bus

Instrument Cluster/Running LIN Bus

Gear CAN Bus
Sub-Bus Systems
Extended CAN Bus

Instrument Cluster
Control Module
J285 Steering Angle
Sensor
G85
Parking Aid
Control Module
J446 Electro-Mechanical
Parking Brake
Control Module
Rotation Rate ABS J540
Sensor Control Module
G202 J104

Radio
Data Link
R
Connector

Digital Sound
Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface System Control
Module
J533
J525

Engine Control Distance Battery Monitoring Telephone

Module Regulation Transceiver
Control Module
Control Module
J623 J367 R36
J428

Airbag Lane Change

Control Module Assistance
Generator C
Control Module
J234 J769

Lane Change
Transmission
Assistance Control
Control Module
Module 2
J217
J770

Electronic Damping
Control Module
J250

Headlamp Range
Control Module
J431

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 Overview

Networking – Vehicles with MOST Bus

Air Quality Sensor

G238

Rearview Camera
A/C Pressure/ System Control
Temperature Module
Sensor J772
G395
Steering Column Multi-Function
Garage Door Electronics System Steering Wheel
Opener Control Module Control Module
Control Module J527 J453
J530
Vehicle Electrical System
Memory Seat/
Control Module Steering Column
J519 Adjustment Control
Module J136
Light Switch
E1
Passenger Memory
Seat Control
Module
Wiper Motor J521
Control Module
J400
Driver’s Door
Control Module
Rain / Light J386
Recognition
Sensor
G397 Front Passenger’s
Door Control
Module
J387

Electronic Steering
Column Lock
Control Module Comfort System Central
J764 Control Module
J393

Access/Start
Authorization
Switch Engine
Alarm Horn
E415 Control Module
H12
J623

Garage Door
Airbag
Opener
Control Module
Control Head
J234
E284

Power Sunroof Climatronic Transmission

Control Module Control Module Control Module
J245 J255 J217

Anti-Theft Alarm Fresh Air Blower Left Electronic Damping

Headlamp Power
System Sensor Control Module Control Module
Output Stage
G578 J126 J667 J250

Right
Headlamp Range
Humidity Sensor Control Motors Headlamp Power
Control Module
G355 For Flap Control Output Stage
J431
J668

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 Overview

Powertrain CAN Bus Diagnostics CAN bus

Convenience CAN Bus LIN Bus

Instrument Cluster/Running Sub-Bus Systems

Gear CAN Bus
MOST Bus
Extended CAN Bus

Instrument
Cluster
Control Module
J285 Steering Angle
Sensor
G85
Parking Aid
Control Module
J446 Electro-
Mechanical Parking
Brake Control
ABS Module J540
Control Module
J104

Telephone Navigation System

Rotation Rate with CD Drive
Transceiver Control Module
Sensor
R36 J401
G202

Front Information
Display Control
Data Link Head Control
Module J523
Connector

CD Changer
Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J533
R41

Distance Speech Input External

Regulation Radio Audio Source
Control Module Control Module
R Connection
J428 J507 R199

Lane Change
Assistance
Control Module Digital Sound
J768 System Control
Module
J525
Lane Change
Assistance Control
Module
J769

Battery Monitoring
Control Module
J367

Generator C

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 Overview

CAN Node Connectors

Installation Location
The CAN node connectors are located on the relay carrier
at the lower A-pillar on the left and on the fuse holder at
the end of the instrument panel on the right.

Relay Carrier, Left

Fuse Holder in Instrument Panel on Right

Assignments
The infotainment CAN bus, the convenience CAN bus, The powertrain CAN and extended CAN bus systems
and the instrument cluster/running gear CAN bus control are not connected to the node connectors. They are
modules are connected to both CAN node connectors. connected to the wiring harness by crimp connectors.
CAN isolating adaptor V.A.G 1598/38 can be used for
fault-finding. In this way, it is possible to access the data
lines of the control modules without removing trim parts
or opening the wiring harness. This reduces diagnosis
time.

Instrument Cluster/
Convenience CAN Bus Running Gear CAN Bus

Infotainment CAN Bus

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Diagnostics

To enable the VAS testers to carry out diagnostics on the Audi

A5, the base CD 11.XX and the relevant brand CD by Audi
must be used. This is because the data protocol (language)
which several control modules and the Scan Tool use to
interchange data has been modified.

The tester must be capable of processing both the “old” data

protocol, Key Word 2000, and the “new” data protocol (UDS
with ASAM2/ODX3.) The change in the data protocol does not
directly affect service personnel. The Guided Fault Finding
and Guided Functions programs can be operated as before.

Data is exchanged between the vehicle and the testers via the
diagnostics CAN bus. The voltage level and the transmission
speeds on this CAN data bus are unchanged.

In the case of the Audi A5, for the first time, it is only possible
to encode the control modules with a Scan Tool which is
connected online. Coding is no longer possible without an
active online connection.

1) UDS - Unified Diagnostic Services Protocol

2) ASAM - Association for Standardization of Automation and
Measurement Systems. ASAM has Been a Registered
German Association since 1998.
3) ODX - Open Diagnostic Data Exchange

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Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J533 (Gateway)

Introduction
The new Audi A5 has an independent On Board Data A5/S5 vehicles have either an Infotainment CAN bus or
Bus Diagnostic Interface J533. J533 functions as the link MOST bus system (depending on specification).
between the various CAN bus systems. If an A5/S5 has ACC or Lane Change Assist, it has an
Extended CAN bus.
Every A5/S5 has the following CAN bus systems:
Convenience, Diagnostics, Instrument Cluster/Running
Gear, and Powertrain.

Terminal 15 Terminal 30

5A 5A

LIN Bus
Convenience CAN Bus Data Bus On Board
Diagnostic Interface
J533 Diagnostics CAN Bus

Powertrain CAN Bus

Extended CAN Bus

Instrument Cluster/
Suspension CAN Bus
Infotainment CAN Bus

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New Features
The Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface now includes The Instrument Cluster Control Module is now connected
a battery power management function. For this purpose, to J533, along with various running gear control modules,
a LIN line is connected to Battery Monitoring Control via the Instrument Cluster/Running Gear CAN-bus. This
Module J367. J367 is next to the negative battery post. high speed CAN-bus has the necessary wake-up capability
so the discrete line is no longer needed.
It has also been possible to eliminate the wake-up line
between J533 and Instrument Cluster Control Module
J285.

Versions
In total, there are four different versions of the Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface:

Data Bus On Board

Diagnostic Interface
J533

With Connectivity for the With Connectivity for the

MOST Bus Infotainment CAN Bus

With Connectivity Without Connectivity With Connectivity Without Connectivity

for the Extended for the Extended for the Extended for the Extended
CAN Bus CAN Bus CAN Bus CAN Bus

Address Word Installation Location

As on other Audi vehicles, Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J533 is located
Interface J533 can be accessed through the Scan Tool behind the instrument panel and can be accessed from
using Address Word 19. the passenger footwell after removing the trim pieces.

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Extended Adaptation

Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J533 has what Manual encoding is no longer needed. The following
is known as “extended adaptation” capability. The actions and settings can be performed using the
adaptation program can be used to start diagnostic “extended adaptation” function:
routines and perform settings.

1. Transport mode can be activated and deactivated. 5. The Battery Data Module is flashable. The Battery Data
2. Static current power-down stages can be set Module is connected to the Data Bus On Board
manually. This can be used to check for correct Diagnostic Interface via the LIN bus.
response of individual control modules to preset 6. The light power of MOST bus users can be reduced.
power-down stages. This gives an indication of the attenuation of the
3. A quick static current measurement can be made. optical fibers.
The measured actual static current is output through
a data block and displayed on the Scan Tool.
4. New battery parameters can be entered into the Data
Bus Diagnostic Interface. This must be done after
changing the battery and after replacing the Data
Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface.

Component Protection Function

The Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface is the As with the immobilizer, the Fazit database is used for
master for the component protection function. The task this purpose. If a control module is not adapted, it will
of the component protection function is to prevent the only have limited operating capability.
use of stolen control modules in a different vehicle.
All new control modules with a component protection
function must be adapted online using the Scan Tool.

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Battery Monitoring Control Module J367

(Battery Data Module)

The battery data module measures the following parameters:

– Charging and Discharge Currents of the Vehicle Battery.
– Battery Voltage.
– Battery Temperature.

These three parameters and other information which the “extended adaptation” mode of Data Bus On Board
module receives from J533 via the LIN bus is required by Diagnostic Interface J533. The new software is then
the “Electronic Battery Sensor.” This software computes transmitted to the battery data module via the Scan
the actual battery state and sends information to the LIN Tool, the diagnostics CAN bus, the data bus diagnostic
master, i.e. Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J533. interface, and the LIN bus.

“Quick static current measurement” capability has

been implemented on the battery data module. This
function is started using the Scan Tool in the “extended
adaptation” mode of the Data Bus On Board Diagnostic
Interface J533. The measured static current is then
indicated on the Scan Tool. This function allows a quick
static current measurement to be performed without the
need for labor-intensive preparation of the vehicle.

J367 is flashable. The flash cycle is also started in the

3-Phase AC
Generator
B+

Terminal 15 Terminal 30

5A 5A

Measuring Lead
Terminal 30

Data Bus On Board

110A

110A
90A

Diagnostic Interface
J533
Battery Monitoring
Power-Off

Control Module J367

Crash

LIN Bus

Battery A

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Functions of the Electronic Battery Sensor

The Electronic Battery Sensor in the Battery Monitoring

Control Module J367 computes the following
parameters, which are transmitted to J533 via the LIN
bus:

1. “Battery Down” Recognition: If the Battery Data 5. Actual Battery State of Charge.
Module fails to detect a Battery for longer than 30s, 6. Battery Aging (aging of the battery can be
a corresponding bit is set. determined from parameters such as energy
2. The Voltage currently required for Optimal Battery storage capacity and actual battery power.)
Charging. 7. Battery Static Voltage.
3. The “Engine Start Capability” Bit (indicates whether 8. Battery Internal Resistance.
or not the battery is presently capable of starting
the engine.)
4. How much Charge can currently be withdrawn from
the Battery until the limit of Engine Start Capability is
reached.

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Design of Battery Monitoring Control Module J367

The core of the battery data module is a CPU which

determines the three measurands and communicates
with the Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface.

Battery Monitoring Control

Module J367

LIN Bus

Terminal 30

Shunt

Terminal 31

Vehicle Battery
A

Battery Current Measurement

The battery current is measured at the battery negative The falling voltage at the shunt resistor is proportional to
post, to which J367 is also attached. The total current at the electrical current. The CPU measures the voltage drop
the battery negative post flows through a shunt resistor. and can therefore compute the electrical current flowing
The shunt resistor has a resistance in the milliohm range. back into the battery.
This value must be small to minimize power loss and
therefore heat build-up.

Battery Voltage Measurement

Battery voltage is monitored directly at the battery For this purpose, a measuring lead is routed from the
positive post by voltage measurement. positive post to Battery Monitoring Control Module J367.

Battery Temperature Measurement

The battery temperature is measured by an NTC Since Battery Monitoring Control Module J367 is attached
temperature sensor in the battery module. directly to the battery, the battery temperature can be
determined reliably via the NTC temperature sensor
within the module, and the data can be subsequently
processed by the software.

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Alternator

Instrument Cluster
Control Module J285

Instrument Cluster
CAN Bus Battery Monitoring
Control Module J367

Data Bus On Board

Diagnostic Interface LIN Bus
J533

Alternator
C

Data Transfer
In addition to J367, the alternator is the second LIN bus The information which is required to activate the
user on the Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface alternator warning lamp is provided by J533 and read in
J533. All data relevant to the status of the alternator is by the instrument cluster CAN via J285.
read in at J533 via the LIN connection.

Diagnostics
In case of problems with the alternator, the following – Battery Posts.
components and terminals should be checked: – Ribbed Vee Belt Tension.
– Alternator Mounting.
– Terminal 30 Screw Connection on Alternator.
– Voltage Drop Between Body Ground and Engine
Ground.

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Diagnostics

Because Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J533 In the event of sporadic alternator faults, data is available
is the master control module for the alternator (LIN bus in the following format in set 13 of the history data on
user), Address Word 19 must be used for alternator Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface J533:
diagnostics with the Scan Tool. The data blocks contain
information on the status of the alternator.
YYYY-MM-DD-hh:mm*I-J-K-L*RRR.R*AAAAA**
The following information is displayed: YYYY-MM-DD-hh:mm*I-J-K-L*RRR.R*AAAAA**
– Alternator Communication Status. YYYY-MM-DD-hh:mm*I-J-K-L*RRR.R*AAAAA**
– Alternator Type, Manufacturer, and Size. YYYY-MM-DD-hh:mm*I-J-K-L*RRR.R*AAAAA**
– Alternator Electrical / Mechanical / Thermal Status. YYYY-MM-DD-hh:mm*I-J-K-L*RRR.R*AAAAA**
YYYY-MM-DD-hh:mm*I-J-K-L*RRR.R*AAAAA**

This means:
YYYY-MM-DD = Date
hh:mm = Time
I = 1 means there was an electrical fault in
the alternator.
= 0 means there was no electrical fault in
the alternator.
J = 1 means there was a mechanical Fault in
the alternator.
= 0 means there was no mechanical fault
in the alternator.
K = 1 means there was a thermal fault in the
alternator.
= 0 means there was no thermal fault in
the alternator.
L = Continuously Negative Energy Balances.
(This means the battery is discharging, as
more electrical current is consumed than
is supplied by the alternator.)
RRRR.R = Duration of last trip in hours.
AAAAA = Number of data entries on sporadic
faults.

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Battery/Jump Start Connection

The battery is located in the spare-wheel recess in the

luggage compartment.

Fuse Panel and Battery

Interrupt Igniter N253 Battery Monitoring
Control Module J367 at
the Negative Post

A jump start connection is installed in the plenum It is easily accessible and can be used for attaching a
chamber. battery maintainer in the workshop or showroom.

Grounding Bolt in the Plenum Chamber

Jump Start Connector in the Plenum Chamber

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Electrical System Control Module J519

Functions
Electrical System Control Module J519 has the following
functions on the Audi A5:

Lighting Functions:
• Outside Light Master and Activation of the Front • Activation of the Side Turn Signals via the Door
Lights. Control Modules.
• Emergency Light Operation Logic in Case of Failure of • Reading in the Hazard Warning Button.
the Main Central Processor. • Emergency Turn Signal Master (Direction Indicator
• Verification of Terminal 15: Terminal 15 Via CAN or Function, Hazard Warning Lights, Flashing Light
Terminal 15 via Discrete Line. Collision Warning) in Case of Failure of J393.
• Reading in the Rotary Light Switch via LIN Bus • Interior Lighting Master (Interior Light, Front and Rear
Connection. Footwell Lights.)
• Reading in the Rain / Light Sensor via LIN Bus • Function and Locating Lights (Terminals 58s,
Connection. 58st and 58d.)
• MMI Gateway for Tourist Light
(Implemented in the Headlamp Range Control
Module J431.)
• Activation of the Front Turn Signals
(The Turn Signal Master is Comfort System
Central Control Module J393.)

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Driver Information:

• Reading Ambient Temperature. • Reading Coolant Warning.

• Reading Oil Pressure Switch. • Reading Low Washer Fluid Warning.
• Reading Brake Pad Wear Warning. • Reading Light Warning.
• Reading Brake Fluid Warning.

Air Conditioning Functions:

• Activation of Front Seat Heater. • Activation of Air Conditioner Compressor.
• LIN Gateway for Air Quality Sensor and Refrigerant
Pressure Sensor.

Windshield Wiper/Wash Functions:

• Activation of Wiper Motor Control Module J400 via LIN • Activation of Windshield Washer Pump.
Bus Connection. • Activation of Headlight Washer Pump.
• Reading Rain / Light Sensor via LIN Bus Connection.

Interfaces to Comfort System Central Control Module J393:

• Enabling of Electrical Steering Column Lock • Reading Rear Window Roller Sun Blind Switch.
(Discretely and via CAN).
• Feedback from Discrete Terminal 15 (to J393 via CAN).

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Other Functions

• Activation of Horn Relay. • Enabling Power Supply to Electrical Seat

• Activation of Servotronic Valve. Adjustment System (via External Relay.)
• Reading Back-Up Light Switch (Discrete Signal or CAN • Reading Hood Contact.
Information for Models with Automatic Transmission.) • LIN Gateway for Garage Door Opener Control
• Reading Forward Gear Selector. Module J530.
• Reading EPB Switch (CAN Information from the • Reading in Settings via MMI (Outside Light, Interior
Electromechanical Parking Brake.) Light, Wiper.)

Special Functions

• Encoding Option: Daytime Driving Light Deactivated. • Transport Mode

• Energy Management Power-Down Stages (Interior Light, Footwell Lights, Coming/Leaving Home,
(Interior Light, Footwell Lights, Coming/Leaving Home, Daytime Driving Light, Fog Light.)
Daytime Driving Light, Main Beam Deactivated.) • Component Protection Function.

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System Overview
Electrical System Control Module J519 is a convenience Electrical System Control Module J519 also performs a
CAN bus user participant. It is the master control module gateway function via LIN-bus for Air Quality Sensor G238,
for Wiper Motor Control Module J400, Rain / Light A/C Pressure / Temperature Sensor G395, and Garage
Recognition Sensor G397, and Light Switch E1 which Door Opener Control Module J530.
communicate via a LIN-bus.

Convenience CAN Bus

Air Quality Electrical System

LIN Bus LIN Bus Light Switch
Sensor Control Module
E1
G238 J519

A/C Pressure/ Wiper Motor

Temperature Sensor Control Module
G395 J400

Garage Door Opener Rain / Light

Control Module Recognition Sensor
J530 G397

Address Word
As on all other Audi vehicles, Electrical System Control
Module J519 can be accessed using the Scan Tool via
Address Word 09.

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Light Switch

Function
For the first time, light switch E1 is a LIN slave of The discrete line serves as a redundancy line for
Electrical System Control Module J519. verifying the switch position. If the same switch position
is not indicated to J519 via both lines, the Electrical
The light switch has four electrical connections. In System Control Module activates the emergency light
addition to the power supply and ground connections, function. The following entry appears in the fault
there is a LIN bus connection and a discrete line leading memory: “Light switch implausible switch position.”
to Electrical System Control Module J519. The light
switch indicates its switch position via the LIN bus.

Discrete Line Power

(Redundancy) Supply
Electrical System Light Switch
Control Module E1
J519 Ground
LIN Bus

Wiper Motor Control Module

Wiper Motor Control Module J400 is already known from — Alternating Wiper Blade Parking Position.
other Audi models. The following functions have been — Engine Speed Reduction at Reversing Points.
implemented on the Audi A5: — Intermittent Control via Rain Sensor.
— “Teardrop” (Afterwipe) Function.
— Snow Load Protection.
— One-Level Wiping Speed Reduction when Vehicle
Stops.
— Flick Wipe (Speed Setting 2.)
— Service Position for Wiper Blade Replacement.

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Outside Lights, Front

Headlights
Halogen headlights are standard equipment on the A5 Adaptive Bi-xenon headlights are available as an option
while self-levelling Bi-xenon headlights are standard for on both the A5 and S5.
the S5 and optional on the A5.

Halogen Headlight

Low-Beam
High-Beam
Headlight
Headlight

Side Lights (ECE*)

White Cover
Sidemarker
(SAE**)
Yellow Cover

Turn Signal

The following bulbs are used on the halogen headlight variant:

12 V Bulb Type Rated Power

Side Light* W5WH 5 Watts

Low-Beam Headlight H7 55 Watts
High Beam Headlight H7 55 Watts
Turn Signal PY24W 24 Watts
Sidemarker (SAE **) W5WH 5 Watts

* ECE Variant for the European Market

** SAE Variant for the North American Market

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Bi-Xenon and Adaptive Bi-Xenon Headlights

Low-Beam Headlight /
Side Light High-Beam Headlight

White Cover
(ECE*)
Turn Signal

Sidemarker (SAE**)
Yellow Cover

Daytime Driving Light /

Dimmed as Position Light

The following bulbs are used on the Bi-xenon headlight variant:

12 V Bulb Type Rated Power

Side Light W5WH 5 Watts

Low-Beam Headlight D3S 35 Watts
Main-Beam Headlight D3S 35 Watts
Turn Signal H21W 21 Watts
Sidemarker (SAE **) W5WH 5 Watts
Daytime Driving Lights 8 LEDs

* ECE Variant for the European Market

** SAE Variant for the North American Market

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Fog Lights

The fog lights on the Audi A5 are integrated in the bumper.

After removing the grille and the two Torx screws, the fog
lights can be removed and the bulb replaced. A 55 watt H11
bulb is used.

Sidelight

The side turn signal uses LED technology and is housed in

the door mirror housing. It is activated by the respective
door control module. The side turn signal and the electrically
adjustable outer mirror glass drive motor can be replaced
separately.

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Outside Lights, Rear

Tail Lights
The tail lights of the A5/S5 are a two-piece design. One part of each tail light is housed in the luggage
compartment lid and one in the side panel.

Back-Up Light (SAE - cover white)

Back-Up Light

Sidemarker (LED)

Tail Light Tail Light /

Reflector
Brake Light /
Turn Signal
(Dimmed for Tail Light)

The following bulbs are used on the halogen headlight variant:

12 V Bulb Type Rated Power

Back-Up Light W16W 16 Watts

Turn Signal W16W 16 Watts
Tail Light P21W 21 Watts (Dimmed)
Brake Light P21W 21 Watts

Light Bulb Replacement

For replacement of the bulbs, there is a maintenance The tail lights in the body side panels must be removed
flap on the luggage compartment lid trim through which to replace the light bulbs. This can be done by removing
access can be gained to the tail light bulbs. the mounting bolt in the side panel and taking the lamps
out of the body side panel.

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 Self-Study Programs

The following Self-Study Programs have been prepared for the Audi A5:
– SSP 997703 The 2008 Audi A5/S5 - Vehicle Introduction
– SSP 998703 The 2008 Audi A5/S5 - Convenience Electronics
– SSP 999703 The 2008 Audi A5/S5 - Running Gear
– SSP 99A703 The 2008 Audi A5/S5 - Networking

SSP 997703
The 2008 Audi A5/S5 -
Vehicle Introduction

– Body
– Occupant Protection
– Engine
– Running Gear
– Electrical System
– Infotainment
– Air Conditioning
– Service
SSP 998703
– Diagnostics
The 2008 Audi A5/S5 -
Convenience Electronics

– Instrument Cluster
– Door Control Module
– Convenience System Control Module
– Electronic Ignition Lock
– Audi Service Key

SSP 999703
The 2008 Audi A5/S5 -
Running Gear

– Front Axle
– Rear Axle
– Brake System
– Steering System

SSP 99A703
The 2008 Audi A5/S5 -
Networking

– Networking/Topology
– Battery Monitoring
– Onboard Power Supply Control Module
– Outside Lights

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 Knowledge Assessment
Knowledge Assessment
An on-line Knowledge Assessment (exam) is available for this SSP.
The Knowledge Assessment may or may not be required for Certification.
You can find this Knowledge Assessment at:
www.accessaudi.com

From the accessaudi.com homepage:

–– Click on the “ACADEMY” Tab

–– Click on the “Academy Site” Link
–– Click on the ”CRC Certification” Link

For assistance, please call:

Audi Academy
Learning Management Center Headquarters
1-877-AUDI-LMC (283-4562)
(8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST)

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Technical specifications
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notice.

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