Removing and installing operating cable for door handle: Audi A3

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8P, 2003–2012)

📋 Procedure

1. Remove door trim 70.
2. Remove cover panel for door shell .
3. Remove cover for anti-theft system .
4. Remove bolts (arrows).
5. Press door lock (1) to the side and, if necessary, unplug electrical connector (2).

6. Turn operating lever (3) and disengage operating cable from support bracket (2) for door lock in direction of (arrow A).
7. Turn nipple (1) 90° in direction of (arrow B) and take it out of release lever (4) for door handle.
8. Insert nipple (2) in release lever (3) for door handle (bottom arrow) and turn 90° (top arrow).
9. Insert operating cable in support bracket on door lock (1) and turn operating lever.
10. Install cover for anti-theft system .
11. Install cover panel for door shell .
12. Install door trim 70.

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