Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1999 Audi A8 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Electrical Component Locator: Miscellaneous
MISCELLANEOUS LOCATION
| Component | Component Location |
|---|---|
| Central Locking/Anti-Theft System Antenna Wire | At left side of luggage compartment, near wheelwell. |
| Connector Station | At right wheelwell. |
| Coolant Fan Control Series Resistance | At lower left front of engine compartment. |
| Electronic Tachograph (Chip Card Reader) | In driver's side shelf box. |
| Horn (2) | Behind left side of front bumper. |
| Ignition Coil (8) | Above respective cylinder. |
| Navigation System (GPS) Antenna | On center of deck lid. |
| Navigation/Telephone Speaker | On left "B" pillar, behind trim. |
| Plenum Chamber E-Box Connector Station | In plenum chamber E-box. |
| Power Antenna | At left side of luggage compartment. |
| Power Output Stage (1 & 2) | At right side of engine compartment, near washer fluid reservoir cap. See Figure . |
| Radio/Telephone Antenna | At left side of luggage compartment. |
| Seat Belt Tensioner Ignitor (Left Front) | At base of left "B" pillar, under carpet. |
| Seat Belt Tensioner Ignitor (Left Rear) | Integral with seat belt reel, under left side of rear parcel shelf. |
| Seat Belt Tensioner Ignitor (Right Front) | At base of right "B" pillar, under carpet. |
| Seat Belt Tensioner Ignitor (Right Rear) | Integral with seat belt reel, under right side of rear parcel shelf. |
| Telematic Auxiliary Antenna | In rear bumper. |
| Telephone Microphone | In interior light assembly. |
| Telephone/Radio Antenna Amplifier | At left side of luggage compartment, near wheelwell. |
| Telephone Rod Antenna | At left side of luggage compartment, near wheelwell. |
| TV/Antenna Amplifier 1 | Behind upper right "D" window pillar trim. |
| TV/Antenna Amplifier 2 | Below right side of rear parcel shelf. |
| TV/Antenna Amplifier 3 | Behind upper left "D" window pillar trim. |
| TV/Antenna Amplifier 4 | Below left side of rear parcel shelf. |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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