Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2012A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L TURBO (CCTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISLOCATIONSCONTROL MODULES IN INTERIOR OF VEHICLEMODEL YEAR 2008-UP
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)
Model Year 2008-Up
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION Model Year 2008-Up
Control Modules in Interior of Vehicle
Overview of Control Modules
1 - Headlamp Range Control Module -J431-
• Component Location => [ ] Range Control Module -J431-
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Range Control Module -J431-
2 - Front Passenger's Heated Seat Control Module -J727-
• Component Location => [ ] Front Pass Heated Seat Control Module -J727-
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Front Pass Heated Seat Control Module -J727-
3 - Instrument Cluster Control Module -J285-
• Component Location => [ ] Locations
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Locations
4 - Fuel Pump (FP) Control Module -J538-
• Component Location => [ ] Locations
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Locations
5 - Driver's Heated Seat Control Module -J726-
• Component Location => [ ] Driver's Heated Seat Control Module -J726-
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Driver's Heated Seat Control Module -J726-
5 - Voltage Stabilizer -J532-
• Component Location => [ ] Voltage Stabilizer -J532-
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Voltage Stabilizer -J532-
6 - Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
• Component Location => [ ] Locations
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Locations
7 - Driver's Door Control Module -J386-
• Component Location => [ ] Driver's Door Control Module -J386-
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Driver's Door Control Module -J386-
8 - Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-
• Component Location, from March 2008 => [ ] Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-
• Component Location, from May 2009 => [ ] Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-
• Pin Arrangements, from March 2008 => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-
• Pin Arrangements, from May 2009 => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-
9 - Heater Control Module -J65- / -J162-
• Component Location => [ / ] Heater Control Module -J65- / Heater Control Module -J162-
9 - Climatronic Control Module -J255-
• Component Location => [ ] Climatronic (Automatic Climate Control) Control Module -J255-
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Climatronic (Automatic Climate Control) Control Module -J255-
10 - Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface -J533-
• Component Location => [ ] Locations
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Locations
11 - CD Changer -R41-
• Component Location => [ ] Locations
12 - Fresh Air Blower Control Module -J126-
• Component Location => [ ] Fresh Air Blower Control Module -J126-
13 - Front Passenger's Door Control Module -J387-
• Component Location => [ ] Front Pass Door Control Module -J387-
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Front Pass Door Control Module -J387-
14 - Airbag Control Module -J234-
• Component Location => [ ] Locations
• Pin Arrangements => [ Pin Arrangements: ] Locations
15 - Radio -R- / Radio/Navigation Display Control Module -J503-
• Component Location => [ / (RNS-Low) ] Radio -R- / Radio / Navigation Display Control Module -J503- (RNS-Low)
15 - Navigation System Operating Electronics Control Module -J402-
• Component Location => [ (RNS-E) ] Nav System Operating Electronics Control Module -J402- (RNS-E)
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.