Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing socket for towing bracket - version 1

Removing –  Switch off ignition and take out ignition key. –  Unscrew bolts -arrows-. –  Detach socket from retaining plate.

Socket with rear fog light cut-out contact switch -F216-: –  Unplug connector -2- for rear fog light cut-out contact switch -F216- and press connector -1- out of trailer socket -U10-.

Socket without rear fog light cut-out contact switch -F216-: –  Press multi-pin connector -1- out of socket -2- in direction of -arrow-.

Version 1: –  Release retaining tabs -arrows- and then release the clips -1- and -3 ... 5-. –  Remove frame from connectors -2-.

Version 2: –  Release retaining tabs -arrows- and then release clips -1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7-. –  Remove frame from multi-pin connector -5-.

Installing Installation is carried out in the reverse order; note the following:   Note Make sure that seals -1- and -3- are not damaged. –  Insert connectors -4- into frame -2- until they audibly engage.