Door Contact Socket 7H0815373

Ensure consistent door-open detection and restore interior lighting and warning chimes with the genuine door contact socket (part 7H0815373). Precision-moulded by Volkswagen Group, this electrical connector secures the door switch plunger and wiring harness, maintaining factory-fit and signal integrity.

Key Benefits

• Exact OEM Fit
  Engineered to Volkswagen Group CAD data for a direct, no-modification replacement that snaps into the door jamb switch housing.

• Robust Construction
  High-temperature nylon housing resists heat, vibration and engine-bay moisture, while brass terminals ensure corrosion-free electrical contact.

• Reliable Signal Transmission
  Maintains consistent continuity for dome light activation, warning chimes and central-locking logic every time the door is opened or closed.

• Simple Installation
  Push-in connector design locks securely onto the switch plunger and wiring harness; unplug the old socket and snap the new one into place without special tools.

• Genuine-Parts Warranty
  Backed by a 24-month Volkswagen Group parts guarantee for total peace of mind.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 7H0 815 373

• Function: Door switch electrical connector socket

• Material: Heat-resistant nylon (PA66) housing, brass terminal inserts

• Temperature Range: –40 °C … +105 °C

• Mounting Style: Push-in snap fit onto door jamb switch plunger

• Wire Pitch: OEM 2.8 mm brass female terminals

• Warranty: 24 months genuine-parts coverage

Installation Overview

1. Access: Open the door and locate the switch plunger in the door jamb.

2. Remove: Depress the locking tab and pull the old socket free from the plunger and harness.

3. Fit: Align the new socket’s cavity over the plunger tip and press until it locks audibly.

4. Reconnect: Ensure the harness clip seats fully and test by opening/closing the door to confirm interior light activation.