How to remove and refit the oil pressure switch for the warning light for Diesel engines on 2012 Audi A3?

The oil pressure warning light switch is located on the oil filter housing and to access it, one will need engine top cover removed. DE-wire the connector and strip the switch. Inspect sealing washer (damage), reset the switch, reconnect wiring and change the engine top cover.

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2012 Audi A3 Oil Pressure Sending Unit Part Number: 038-919-081-K
$27.68 MSRP: $44.30
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Switch; Oil Pressure Sending Unit
- Replaces: 038-919-081, 038-919-081-C
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 038-919-081-K
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2012 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige, TDI, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2012 Audi A3 Oil Temperature Sending Unit Part Number: 06A-919-081-J
$31.75 MSRP: $50.81
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Switch
- Replaces: 06A-919-081-D, 06A-919-081-A, 06A-919-081-E, 06A-919-081-F
- Item Weight: 0.50 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 06A-919-081-J
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Audi's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2012 Audi A3 Submodels:
- Base, TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2012 Audi A3 Oil Pressure Switch Parts and Q&A

Q: How to remove and refit the oil pressure switch for the warning light for Diesel engines on 2012 Audi A3?
A: The oil pressure warning light switch is located on the oil filter housing and to access it, one will need engine top cover removed. DE-wire the connector and strip the switch. Inspect sealing washer (damage), reset the switch, reconnect wiring and change the engine top cover.