Audi B113E29
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B113E29 is documented by Audi service communications as “Closing assistance Range/Performance” in the rear lid control module J605 (address 006D). It is associated with a power rear lid that may not close completely or latch in the secondary position.
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1. What does B113E29 mean?
B113E29 is documented by Audi service communications as “Closing assistance Range/Performance” in the rear lid control module J605 (address 006D). It is associated with a power rear lid that may not close completely or latch in the secondary position.
2. Technical explanation
Verified Audi/NHTSA evidence identifies DTC B113E29 as “Closing assistance Range/Performance.” The code may be stored in rear lid control module J605, address word 006D. The supplied evidence does not establish a complete diagnostic definition beyond this description.
3. What system is affected?
Power rear lid closing-assist system; rear lid control module J605 (address 006D).
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
5. Symptoms you may notice
- Power rear lid does not close completely.
- Rear lid lock does not engage in the secondary latching position.
- Instrument cluster indicates that the rear lid is open.
6. Possible causes
- Audi states that failure modes can lead to this concern, but the supplied verified evidence does not include the complete failure-mode details. Specific causes are not yet established by the supplied verified evidence.
7. Can I still drive the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
8. Can I charge the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- Confirm the rear lid is fully closed and latched before driving.
- Arrange Audi service if the rear lid will not close completely, will not latch, or the open-lid indication remains displayed.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- A workshop can check the rear lid control module J605 (address 006D) for stored DTC B113E29.
- No further troubleshooting procedure is established by the supplied verified evidence.
11. When to contact service
Audi service is appropriate when the power rear lid does not close completely, does not reach the secondary latch position, or displays an open-lid indication.
12. What the service center may check
- Check rear lid control module J605 (address word 006D) for B113E29.
- Evaluate the power rear lid closing-assist concern using the applicable Audi service communication.
13. Possible repair or resolution
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
14. Affected vehicles
- Audi A7 · 2020–2021 · US
- Audi Q5 · 2020–2021 · US
- Audi e-tron · 2020–2021 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- NHTSA Manufacturer Communication MC-10201502-0001, published September 10, 2021: Audi communication A5521592064476_1. It documents B113E29 in J605 with a power rear lid that may not close completely, may not reach the secondary latch position, and may show as open in the instrument cluster.
- NHTSA Manufacturer Communication MC-10201747-0001, published September 30, 2021: Audi communication A5521602064476_2. It lists B113E29 together with B12E015 and B113E07 as possible DTCs in J605 for the documented rear-lid concern.
16. Recall information
- Not yet established by verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Official NHTSA-hosted Audi communications: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10201502-0001.pdf and https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10201747-0001.pdf
19. Frequently asked questions
What does Audi code B113E29 mean?
The verified Audi/NHTSA evidence describes B113E29 as “Closing assistance Range/Performance.”
Which module can store B113E29?
The code may be stored in rear lid control module J605, address word 006D.
What vehicles are covered by the supplied evidence?
The supplied applicability records list U.S.-market 2020–2021 Audi A7, Q5, and e-tron vehicles.
Can I drive with B113E29?
Not yet established by verified evidence. The documented concern involves rear-lid closing and latching; ensure the rear lid is fully closed and latched before driving.