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Used Audi A3 Column Switch
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About Column Switch
Column Switch
The column switch, which is also known as the steering column switch or steering column control module, is a rod that protrudes from the steering column of the vehicle. The column switch is used to control a variety of different operations in the car. Most vehicles have at least two column switches, although some have three or four. They are positioned to permit easy access to the controls of the vehicle without losing contact with the steering wheel. They also encase the electrical wiring that operates the various operations that they control.
There is a range of uses for a vehicle’s common switches. Originally they were used to shift (or switch) gears on automatic cars. This then progressed to controlling the vehicle’s indicators and windscreen wipers. Most frequently, column switches are now used to control windscreen wipers, headlights, the headlight beam, the horn, the indicators and screen washers. However, more sophisticated versions of the column switch, in higher range vehicles, can control audio systems, cruise control systems and the vehicle’s onboard computer.
The most likely causes of malfunction of a column switch are loose wiring or a blown fuse. However, if the steering column switch itself fails or is damaged it can be easily replaced. All major motor parts suppliers can access the appropriate replacement part specific to the model of vehicle concerned.
Audi A3 trivia
- The Audi A3 was the eighth Audi model to have an engine with five valves per cylinder.
- Although you still have to drive an Audi A3 yourself, you get a lot of help., That's because the Audi A3 (every version of it), comes with Side Assist, Lane Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and even Park Assist.
- When the Audi A3 first went on sale in the UK, the prices ranged from just over £15k to £23,665. It was considered the first premium car in the compact hatchback range.
- The latest Audi A3 Sedan is 40mm longer than the first-generation model. It's also 24mm higher, and 14mm wider. However, the boot is exactly the same size!
- The first-generation A3 was phased out of production in Europe in 2003 as the second-generation came to the fore. However, some markets continued to produce the car, in particular Brazil, where they didn't stop making Audi A3's until 2006.