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03073 Rear Lid Closed Sensor 1

1 manufacturer-specific interpretation across 1 manufacturer in the TuningBot DTC database.

OEM
Brand pages:VAG

VAG

1 interpretation
03073
Rear Lid Closed Sensor 1 VAG · unknown Data confidence 80%

The control module detected a fault associated with the Rear Lid Closed Sensor 1 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Documented stored variants include: Implausible Signal. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Symptoms

  • Tailgate open warning active on dash
  • Rear tailgate lamps not operating

Possible causes

  • Rear Lid Sensor(s) G525 or G526 incorrectly installed or faulty
  • Rear Lid striker incorrectly adjusted
Applies to Volkswagen

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Frequently asked questions about 03073

What does 03073 mean?

Rear Lid Closed Sensor 1. The control module detected a fault associated with the Rear Lid Closed Sensor 1 circuit or function; the stored code identifies the affected component rather than a single failure mode. This is the manufacturer-specific definition used by Volkswagen. Documented stored variants include: Implausible Signal. Documented across Volkswagen Group applications (Audi, SEAT and Škoda included).

Is 03073 generic or manufacturer-specific?

03073 is a manufacturer-specific code. In this database it is documented for: VAG. The same number can mean something different on other brands.

Can TuningBot remove 03073 at file level?

Not guaranteed. 03073 is a manufacturer-specific code in an OEM format, so removability depends on the specific control unit and how the fault is implemented - some can be handled, some cannot. Ask for a quote and our engineers will check your file and tell you, free of charge, whether 03073 is removable in your case.

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