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Removing and installing microswitch for lowering window E621/E622 — AUDI

Removing and installing microswitch for lowering window E621/E622 on Audi: 10 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

10 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020)

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📋 Procedure

  1. ⚠ Risk of malfunctions.Take care not to bend or kink operating cable. — Move door window to "“closed”" position.
  2. Remove door handle .
  3. Remove inner door cover .
  4. If fitted, move electrical wiring (2) clear at mounting bracket (3).
  5. Detach sealing piece (rear) (4).
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  1. Remove bolt (1).
  2. Press mounting bracket slightly in direction of (arrow) from inside of door and detach.
  3. Unplug electrical connector (1) and move wiring harness clear.
  4. Release fasteners (arrows).
  5. Pull microswitch for lowering window (2) off mounting bracket (3).

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.