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Dumb question: on 99.5, what is the thing next to rear seat ashtray?

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Old 11-19-1999, 03:02 PM
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Stephen K
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Default Dumb question: on 99.5, what is the thing next to rear seat ashtray?

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Old 11-19-1999, 03:57 PM
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I believe that's an on board diagnostic computer port that has been deactivated.
Old 11-19-1999, 04:30 PM
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Default So...it should basically be empty, right? (more)

I was cleaning my car, and noticed it...looked like a power outlet...It seemed jammed, and wouldn't open...but then it popped open, and came off...
underneath was just a small compartment (with carpet) thought it was maybe for an extra cig lighter...

I'm going to my dealer tomorrow anyway...I figure I'll ask them...just wondering what it was, if it was important/strange...
thanks
Old 11-19-1999, 05:46 PM
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Empty it is.
Old 11-20-1999, 05:53 AM
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Default Your Audi dealer can use that port....

to punch in codes to do such things as raise windows/close sunroof with your key and I believe it is also used for diagnostics.
Old 11-20-1999, 06:20 AM
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Default Its a rudiment left over

From pre-OBDII days. Now its useless as there are no wires or connections.
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