Free API
🌍 International coverage, work in progress. This European-market vehicle is part of our hand-curated international catalog. We are filling in labor times, torque specs and fluids as fast as we can verify them, so some numbers may be missing or marked estimated for now. Do you work on these vehicles in the EU, Russia, or the JDM scene? Help us get it right: send real shop times or corrections to [email protected], or request the data you need and it joins the verification queue.

2008–2015 AUDI A4

2.0L I4 TDI•AWD•diesel•CAGB•turbo
Be the first sponsor for this vehicle

For $99, we generate the full set of step-by-step repair procedures for this exact vehicle. Free for everyone, forever, with your name on every one.

Sponsor — $99
Dead battery / stuck in Park? Emergency neutral procedure for this A4 →

Control Modules — 2008–2015 Audi A4

Every control module on the 2009-2016 Audi A4 — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Transmission Control Module (TCM)3.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside transmission valve body (DSG/S-tronic) or external on case (conventional auto)
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ DSG mechatronic replacement requires extensive adaptation; clutch learning mandatory
All-Wheel Drive Control Module (Quattro / AWD)2.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under vehicle, near rear differential or transmission
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Quattro models only; controls torque distribution and clutch engagement
Central Convenience Control Module (CCM / BCM)1.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind dashboard, left side near fuse panel or under driver footwell
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Controls central locking, windows, lighting; extensive long coding required
ABS/ESP Control Module (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left front near brake master cylinder or under hood near fender
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Brake bleeding and steering angle calibration required; gateway authentication needed
Gateway Control Module (Gateway)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind dashboard, left of steering column or under driver footwell
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Security Gateway 17; controls module authentication and CAN routing
Door Control Module (DCM)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside door panel, lower section near latch (driver/passenger doors)
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Controls windows, mirrors, locks; window initialization required
Engine Control Module (ECM)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, left side near firewall or under intake manifold (engine-dependent)
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Security Gateway 17 introduced; component protection and immobilizer pairing required
Steering Column Electronics / Steering Angle Sensor (SAS / J527)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Steering column, under lower dash trim
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Steering angle calibration mandatory; accessible via most aftermarket tools
Climate Control Module (CCM)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dashboard HVAC controls or integrated into control head
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Basic coding accessible; advanced features may require dealer tool
Immobilizer / Keyless Access Control Module (Immo / Kessy)1.2 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated into steering column or separate module near ignition; Kessy antenna in door handles
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Keyless entry (Kessy) optional; key programming and ECM pairing via component protection
Airbag Control Module (ACM)1.0 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console tunnel, under front seats or behind center console trim
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Crash data clearing and component protection; used modules often rejected
Rear View Camera Control Module (RVC)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk lid or rear bumper, integrated with camera or separate module in trunk
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Optional equipment; introduced mid-cycle; calibration for parking guidelines
Adaptive Headlight Range Control Module (AFS)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, behind headlight assemblies or integrated into headlight units
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Xenon or LED headlights; aim calibration required
Radio/Navigation Control Module (RNS-E / MMI)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dashboard, DIN slot or integrated MMI unit
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ MMI 3G introduced 2009+; anti-theft code and gateway coding required
Suspension Control Module (CDC / Adaptive Dampi)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk area, left or right side panel or under rear seat
🔧 VCDS or Autel
⚠️ Optional adaptive damping; not on base suspension
Instrument Cluster (IC)0.8 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Dashboard, behind instrument panel
🔧 ODIS + Security Gateway access
⚠️ Mileage programming via component protection; odometer fraud prevention active
Park Distance Control Module (PDC)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper area, behind trim or in trunk left side
🔧 VCDS or Autel
Telephone / Telematics Control Module (Phone / TCU)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Trunk area, left side or under rear shelf
🔧 VCDS
⚠️ Bluetooth and Audi Connect; optional equipment
Seat Memory Control Module (Seat Memory)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver or passenger seat, mounted to seat frame
🔧 VCDS
⚠️ Optional equipment; heated/ventilated seat control integrated
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
🔧 Built by master technician Chris Hackleman · Master Technician · 20+ years.
Stuck on a repair? Take it to The Diag Desk — ask a master tech about this exact car → real human answer within 24h, never AI
Building an app?
Free API access to all this data — 10 requests/day, no card required.
Get an API key →
Run a shop?
Manage repairs, estimates, and customers with ShopBase — $249/mo, all features included. Built by the same team.
Try ShopBase →