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How to Remove the Door Lock on an Audi A3 8P

Model: Audi A3 MK 2, 8P - Years 2003-2013
Part: Door lock

In this video tutorial, you will see the main steps to remove and replace the front door lock on an Audi A3 8P. First, open the front door and start by removing the door panel; unscrew all the screws found on the sides of the panel, also removing the plastic caps using a Torx screwdriver. Once the handle cable and the electrical connector are disconnected, you can remove the door panel; then unscrew the screws of the lock module, disconnecting the electrical cable. Replace everything!

Updated on 5 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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