Audi A4 B7 Tailgate Boot Release Open Switch Button Front Right O/S 8E2959831

Audi A4 B7 Tailgate Boot Release Open Switch Button Front Right O/S is an original component from the Switches, control elements and ignition locks group, designed for installation on the front right side of the vehicle. It provides convenient, electric control of the tailgate release from the driver's or passenger's seat, maintaining the factory ergonomics and interior consistency of your Audi.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8E2959831
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8E2959831
• Substitutable numbers: 8E2959831, 8E2 959 831
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Right
• Category: Switches & Controls

Purpose and function of the component

This switch has been designed specifically for the Audi A4 B7 generation model as part of the tailgate control system. It is mounted in the front right area of the cabin and is responsible for the convenient triggering of the tailgate release mechanism. By maintaining the factory design of the control system, the component works with the vehicle's electrical installation in a predictable and stable manner.

As a component in the Switches, control elements and ignition locks category, the button acts as an interface between the driver and the tailgate lock system, allowing for quick and precise control without the need to use a remote or a mechanical lock.

Construction and mounting fit

The tailgate release button is factory-fitted to the mounting panel on the front right side of the vehicle, allowing for aesthetic integration with the dashboard or side console. The design provides for proper routing of the electrical harness and stable mounting, reducing the risk of looseness and unwanted noise during operation.

The original design ensures:

• consistent appearance with other control elements in the Audi interior,
• correct operating position in the front-right zone,
• compatibility with factory electrical connectors.

Condition, origin and benefits of choosing a used part

The offered switch is a used part, sourced from vehicle dismantling, which allows you to combine a reasonable purchase cost with the preservation of the manufacturer's original specifications. Choosing such a solution is particularly beneficial when you want to maintain the factory look of the interior and ensure proper cooperation with the existing electrical installation, without the need to adapt universal replacements.

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Why choose this switch for your Audi A4 B7

Using the original tailgate release button in the Audi A4 B7 allows you to maintain the full functionality of the control system and the visual consistency of the cockpit. This is particularly important for post-collision repairs, replacing a damaged panel, or restoring the car to its factory-compliant state.

Key advantages include:

• factory fit for the front right zone of the vehicle,
• preservation of the original ergonomics of tailgate operation,
• compatibility with the Audi electrical system without additional modifications,
• economical choice thanks to the use of a used part.

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Expanding the control system in your Audi

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the control zone in your Audi interior and need other elements from the same group, such as buttons, knobs, or additional control modules, check out the available parts in the Audi switches, control elements and ignition locks category.