Audi A3 8P Tail Light Side Panel Rear Right O/S Plug Socket Wiring 1J0973733

The Audi A3 8P right rear lamp socket is an original electrical system component designed to service the lamp harness and connector in the side body panel. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures a secure electrical connection, stable wire mounting, and proper cooperation with the passenger-side rear lamp.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P4945096E-2
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P4945096E
• Substitutable numbers: 8P4945096E, 8P4 945 096 E, 1J0973733
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Component Purpose and Function

The presented socket with harness is part of the Rear Lights and Brake Lights system in the Audi A3 8P model, installed in the rear right part of the body. It is responsible for safely connecting the lamp to the vehicle's electrical system, which translates to the correct operation of the position lights, brake lights, and other lamp functions.

The component is designed as a dedicated connector with wires, minimizing the risk of loose connections, overheating contacts, or grounding issues. This is particularly important for heavily used cars where the lighting system operates in varying weather conditions.

Construction and Technical Features

The right rear lamp socket is made as a compact module with a plug and a section of harness, adapted for installation in the side body panel. The design includes:

• a factory plug-and-play connector, matched to the Audi A3 8P rear lamp,
• a properly selected wiring harness with the correct cross-section,
• protection against accidental disconnection during vehicle operation.

This allows for installation without the need for electrical system modifications, soldering, or additional adapters – simply seat the socket correctly and connect it to the lamp and the vehicle's factory harness.

Vehicle Placement and Installation

The component is designed for installation in the rear – right side of the vehicle, i.e., on the passenger side in left-hand drive cars. This placement clearly defines its application and eliminates the risk of errors when selecting parts.

In practice, installation involves:

• accessing the right rear lamp,
• disconnecting the old socket with harness,
• connecting the presented component to the electrical system and the lamp.

The plug-and-play solution reduces service time and minimizes the possibility of installation errors, which is beneficial for both workshops and users who service their vehicles themselves.

Product Condition and Benefits of Choosing Used Parts

The offered lamp socket is a used part, sourced from dismantling, which allows for factory fitment while maintaining an attractive price compared to new components. The original manufacturing ensures compatibility with the Audi electrical system and proper operating parameters over a long period of use.

If you want to learn more about the advantages of buying second-hand parts and how to consciously choose components for your car, it's worth reading the guide Used Parts – Your Guide to the Best Deals in the Automotive Store, which discusses practical aspects of selecting and using such components.

Selecting Other Audi Lighting Components

When modernizing or repairing the rear lighting system in an Audi A3 8P, there is often a need to replace other components related to the rear lamps. Therefore, to easily assemble compatible components and maintain system consistency, check the available parts in the Audi Rear Lights and Brake Lights category.