Power Door Lock Control Module: Service and Repair

2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CBFA)SECTION Service and Repair





Comfort System Central Control Module

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Pry Lever - Rmv Outside Mirror (80-200)

Removing

- Component location, in luggage compartment right rear below side trim.

- Right rear luggage compartment trim removed.

- Disconnect the connectors - 1 - and - 2 -.






- Remove nuts - arrow - and remove holding plate from control module.

- Tighten the nuts to 4.5 Nm.

- Lay open the wiring harness at holding plate using (80-200).

- Disconnect electrical harness connectors - 1 - to - 3 -.






- Press clip - arrow - to the side and pull control module out of holding plate.

- When installing, reinstall cable ties in the same place at which they were removed earlier.

RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.