4-Pin 3AA972714 / 7N0972704 Unsealed 1.5mm Connector – VW Audi Reading Light & Taillight

Direct-fit replacement for Volkswagen Group OEM part numbers 3AA972714 and 7N0972704, a 4-pin unsealed 1.5mm pitch connector used for reading light, taillight, and interior lighting harness connections on VW and Audi vehicles. Both part numbers reference the same physical connector – 3AA972714 is used on VW Passat (B7) and Golf (MK6/MK7) platforms, while 7N0972704 is the Touareg and Sharan variant.

Key Specifications

• OEM Part Numbers: 3AA972714 / 7N0972704 (interchangeable)
• Pin Count: 4
• Terminal Pitch: 1.5mm
• Seal Type: Unsealed (for dry, protected interior environments)
• Housing Material: PA66 glass-filled nylon
• Terminal Material: Copper alloy, tin-plated
• Current Rating: Up to 7.5A per pin
• Voltage Rating: 12V DC
• Package: 1 set (1× male + 1× female with wire)

Compatible VW / Audi Applications

• VW Passat B7 (2010–2015): Rear reading light and interior lamp harness
• VW Golf MK6 / MK7 (2008–2019): Taillight assembly connector and reading light wiring
• VW Touareg (7P, 2010–2018): Interior lighting harness (7N0972704)
• VW Sharan / SEAT Alhambra (2010–2022): Sliding door reading light connector
• Audi A3 / A4 / Q5: Shared MQB/MLB platform interior lighting harness

Common Failure Symptoms

• Reading light not working on one side – connector corrosion or loose terminal
• Taillight warning on dashboard (VW instrument cluster lamp symbol)
• Intermittent taillight operation – wiggle test confirms connector fault
• VCDS fault: 01314 – Rear Light Electronics or 00532 – Supply Voltage B+ in taillight module

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are 3AA972714 and 7N0972704 the same connector?
A: Yes. Both are 4-pin 1.5mm unsealed connectors from the VW Group standard connector family. 3AA972714 is the Passat/Golf catalog number; 7N0972704 is the Touareg/Sharan catalog number. The physical connector is identical and both are interchangeable for repair purposes.

Q: What causes the taillight warning on VW Golf?
A: The VW Golf MK6/MK7 monitors taillight circuit resistance. A corroded or loose 3AA972714 connector increases circuit resistance, triggering the taillight warning even if the bulb is functional. Replace the connector and clear the fault with VCDS.

Q: What crimping tool is needed for 1.5mm VW terminals?
A: Use a ratchet crimper rated for 18 AWG (0.5 mm²) 1.5mm pitch terminals – Engineer PA-09 or equivalent. VW Group uses Kostal and TE Connectivity terminals in this series.

Package Contents

1 × 4-Pin Male Connector (3AA972714 / 7N0972704) with wire
1 × 4-Pin Female Connector (3AA972714 / 7N0972704) with wire and terminal inserts