Solar Sensor: Service and Repair

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





Sunlight Photo Sensor (G107)

As a running change beginning in 11.2003, a modified sunlight photo sensor and a modified Climatronic control module (J255). Only sunlight photo sensor with part number 4E0 907 539 must have been/must be installed for Climatronic control module with part number without or up to index C. Only sunlight photo sensor with part number 8P0 907 539 must have been/must be installed for Climatronic control module with part number beginning with index D. Refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog.

If the allocation between the sunlight photo sensor and the Climatronic control module is incorrect, the Climatronic control module cannot evaluate the signal from the sunlight photo sensor and the A/C system control will malfunction.

No sunlight photo sensor is installed on vehicles with manually regulated A/C system.

- Switch off ignition.

- Carefully pry cover - A - out of front windshield defroster vent.






- Carefully pry sunlight photo sensor - B - out of front windshield defroster vent.

- Disconnect connector - C -.

Do not interchange sunlight photo sensor - B - (4 electrical connections) with light emitting diode for central locking system and interior monitoring system - D - (2 electrical connections).

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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.