{"product_id":"5q0-972-726-genuine-vw-audi-14-pin-steering-column-connector-housing","title":"5Q0-972-726 Genuine VW\/Audi 14-Pin Steering Column Connector Housing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGenuine VW\/Audi Black 14-Pin Steering Column Connector Housing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e5Q0-972-726 is the genuine black 14-pin contact housing used at a matching factory steering-column electrical connection. Its molded cavities locate the terminals, and the locking features help retain the contacts and keep the plug seated in the assigned connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing supplies one individual connector housing, as shown in the archive photo. It is a component for repairing the original connector body; it is not a steering-column control module, clock spring, complete wiring harness or heated steering wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete factory number: 5Q0-972-726.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory specification: 14-pin black contact housing with contact-locking mechanism; complete OEM number 5Q0972726.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Molded terminal cavities and keyed connector body; red locking insert visible in the product photo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity supplied: one individual connector housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePin count alone does not establish interchangeability. Connector keying, terminal arrangement and the factory number must agree with the original wiring. The similarly numbered brown 5Q0972726A housing is a distinct version. Terminals, repair wires and a mating connector are not assumed included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroken connector latch that prevents the plug from staying seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCracked housing or damaged terminal cavities found during a wiring repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDamaged contact-locking features that no longer retain properly installed terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat damage or corrosion requiring a confirmed connector-body and terminal repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the terminals, mating connector and wiring before replacing the plastic housing. Loose contacts, corrosion, damaged insulation or overheated conductors require their own repair. Intermittent steering-wheel functions can have other causes, so diagnose the circuit rather than treating a housing as an electronic module.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe table identifies the confirmed model family and the required original connector arrangement. Match the molded part number and equipment by VIN before transferring contacts; the vehicle name alone does not identify every steering-column connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication restrictions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolkswagen Atlas Cross Sport\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2020–2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbo gasoline or 3.6L gasoline VR6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCM; original steering-column electronics; factory heated steering wheel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatching black 14-pin steering-column connector assigned 5Q0972726 only. Compare original molded number, keying and locking mechanism; verify factory heated-wheel equipment. Does not add steering-wheel heating to an unequipped vehicle. Brown 5Q0972726A is a different housing.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the factory battery-disconnection, steering-column access and restraint-system precautions for the vehicle. Record the original connector orientation and every wire-to-cavity position before releasing any terminals. Use the correct terminal-release tool so the contacts and locking features are not damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransfer only serviceable, correctly specified terminals according to the wiring diagram. Replace damaged contacts and repair wires as required, engage the locking mechanism and confirm that the connector latches fully. Restore harness routing without tension or chafing, then check the repaired functions using the applicable diagnostic procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrdering information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne individual housing is supplied. Verify 5Q0-972-726, black color, 14-pin layout and original connector keying before ordering. This housing repairs an existing compatible connection; it is not a retrofit kit or a universal substitute for other column wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48048442802353,"sku":"5Q0-972-726","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/5q0-972-726-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1792150023","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/5q0-972-726-genuine-vw-audi-14-pin-steering-column-connector-housing","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}