{"product_id":"8l0-973-703-genuine-vw-audi-3-pin-camshaft-adjuster-connector-housing","title":"8L0-973-703 Genuine VW\/Audi 3-Pin Camshaft Adjuster Connector Housing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOriginal three-pin housing for the camshaft adjuster connection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e8L0-973-703 is the Genuine VW\/Audi three-pin contact housing with a contact-locking mechanism for the assigned camshaft adjuster connection on the confirmed Audi A6 applications below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe molded housing locates the electrical contacts and mates with the original keyed connection. Matching pin count alone is insufficient: the latch, keying, terminal type and complete part number must match the harness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete factory number: 8L0-973-703.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory specification: 3-pin flat contact housing with contact-locking mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: molded electrical connector housing with keyed mating shape and locking feature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity supplied: one individual connector housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the connector housing, not the camshaft adjuster or a complete wired pigtail. Terminals, seals, repair wires and the separate protective cap must be selected for the original wiring specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe housing is cracked or heat-damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe latch is broken and no longer retains the connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe terminal-locking feature is damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original housing is missing during harness repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA previous repair used an incorrect connector shell.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the contacts, wire insulation, seals and mating component for damage or contamination. Diagnose the electrical circuit before replacing the housing. A new shell will not restore a corroded terminal or repair a broken wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMatch the specific three-pin camshaft adjuster connection and original number below. Other electrical connections on the same engine use different housings.\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\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L gasoline V6; PR T15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC5 sedan; front-wheel drive; Camshaft adjuster unit electrical connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssigned 3-pin 8L0973703 housing only; match connector keying, latch and original harness.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi A6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L gasoline V6; PR T15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eC5 sedan or Avant; quattro; Camshaft adjuster unit electrical connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssigned 3-pin 8L0973703 housing only; terminals, repair wires and protective cap are separate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the factory wiring repair procedure and isolate electrical power as instructed. Record terminal positions before removal, use the correct release tools and repair wires, and preserve the original circuit pin assignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnsure all terminals lock into place and that the connector latches securely without stressing the wires. Complete the prescribed circuit and diagnostic checks after the repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrdering information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne individual genuine connector housing. Terminals, seals, repair wires, protective cap and camshaft adjuster are separate. Confirm VIN, connection and original housing number.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48047824240817,"sku":"8L0-973-703","price":19.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/8l0-973-703-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1792139293","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/8l0-973-703-genuine-vw-audi-3-pin-camshaft-adjuster-connector-housing","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}