Removing and installing lock carrier - Audi RS 3: Audi A3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020); platform code 85

📋 Procedure

1. Remove radiator 19Radiator/radiator fans; Removing and installing radiator.
2. Remove headlights Electrical system94Headlights; Removing and installing headlights.
3. Unfasten hose clip (2) and detach air hose (left-side) from charge air cooler.
4. Seal open lines and connections with clean plugs from engine bung setVAS 6122. [Note: Ignore (item 1).]
5. Unfasten hose clip (1) and detach air hose (right-side) from charge air cooler.

6. Seal open lines and connections with clean plugs from engine bung setVAS 6122. [Note: Ignore (item 2).]
7. Unplug electrical connectors at bonnet locks (left and right) and move clear.
8. Detach bonnet lock cable at coupling unit and move clear at lock carrier .
9. ⚠ Before working on pyrotechnic components (e.g. unplugging the electrical connector) the mechanic must discharge static electricity by briefly touching the door striker plate, or similar. — Unplug electrical connector (1) at crash sensor (3). [Note: Ignore (item 2).]
10. To do so, pull out and press down connector locking element (2)(arrow) and unplug electrical connector (1) at crash sensor.
11. Unplug electrical connector (1) at ambient temperature sensor G17(item 3).
12. Move clear electrical wiring harness. [Note: Ignore (item 2).]
13. Vehicles with adaptive cruise control: Unplug electrical connector and move wiring harness clear.
14. Unscrew bolt (arrow) (left and right).
15. Unscrew bolt (2) and detach horn with bracket.
16. Have a second mechanic hold lock carrier in position and unscrew bolts (arrows).
17. Detach lock carrier together with a second mechanic. [Note: Ignore (item 1).]
18. If lock carrier is to be renewed, also remove the following components:

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