Audi A3 8P Rear Inner Tailgate Hatch Boot Lid Bulb Holder Right O/S 8P4945258C

Audi A3 8P Rear Inner Tailgate Hatch Boot Lid Bulb Holder Right O/S is an original component from the Rear lights and brake lights group, designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle's rear. It ensures stable bulb seating in the tailgate, a correct connection to the electrical system, and safe operation of the rear lighting, which is crucial for both visibility and compliance with road traffic regulations.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8P4945258C
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8P4945258C
• Substitutable numbers: 8P4945258C, 8P4 945 258 C
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and function in the lighting system

The presented bulb holder is a component mounted in the inner part of the tailgate on the right side. It is responsible for securely fastening the bulb and correctly routing electrical signals to the appropriate light points, such as the position light or brake light, depending on the lamp configuration in a given Audi A3 8P unit.

Thanks to its precise fit to the tailgate structure, the holder helps maintain the correct position of the light source relative to the lens, which translates into uniform light beam distribution and clear signaling for other road users.

Original origin and fitment for Audi

As an Audi brand component, the bulb holder has been designed specifically for the A3 8P generation model, maintaining factory quality and compatibility standards. This means:

• compatibility with the vehicle's original electrical harness,
• proper mounting points in the tailgate,
• consistency with the rear lighting assembly design.

Such a solution reduces the risk of installation problems, looseness, or poor contact, which often occur with universal aftermarket replacements.

Characteristics of the used part

The holder comes from dismantling, which means it is a used part that retains the functionality required for further operation. In practice, this means that:

• electrical connectors are ready for reconnection,
• the geometry of the element allows for correct seating in the tailgate,
• it may show signs of previous use that do not affect its performance.

For many users, this is a technically sound choice, allowing for the restoration of rear lighting efficiency while maintaining the vehicle's original specifications.

Installation and service application

The right-side tailgate bulb holder is suitable both for typical replacement of a damaged component and for post-accident repairs of the rear bodywork. Thanks to the factory design, installation is straightforward – once properly seated in the tailgate and connected to the harness, the system requires no additional modifications.

The component is particularly useful in situations where the existing holder has suffered mechanical damage, overheating from the bulb, or contact corrosion, causing issues with the operation of position or brake lights.

Complementary Audi lighting components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as tail light assemblies, additional light modules, or other bulb holders, check the available parts in the Audi rear lights and brake lights category.

To better care for the durability of parts from dismantling, including lighting components, it is worth learning practical tips regarding their operation and maintenance – detailed advice can be found in the article How to extend the lifespan of used car parts?.