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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2012A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L TURBO (CCTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGRELAYS AND MODULES - STEERINGSTEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING COLUMN SWITCH MODULESTEERING ANGLE SENSOR
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)
Steering Angle Sensor
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION Steering Angle Sensor
Steering Angle Sensor
Removing
- If the control module was replaced, select the Replace function for the respective control module in Guided Fault Finding or Guided Functions.
- Select the function or path
- Follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnosis Tester display.
- Remove return spring with slip ring. Refer to => [ Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring ] Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring.
- Remove Steering Angle Sensor (G85) - arrow -.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
- The steering angle sensor must be adapted in Guided Fault Finding or Guided Functions after replacing the airbag spiral spring/return spring with slip ring.
- Select the function or path
- Follow the instructions on the Vehicle Diagnosis Tester display.
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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.