Audi Q5 FY Centre Console Storage Tray 12V Socket USB Connect Cover 5Q0035726

Audi Q5 FY Centre Console Storage Tray 12V Socket USB Connect Cover is an original component from the Console parts group, designed for installation in the front interior area of the vehicle. It provides convenient access to a 12V power supply and a USB port, allowing for comfortable use of mobile devices and accessories while driving.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5Q0035726
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5Q0035726
• Substitutable numbers: 5Q0035726, 5Q0 035 726
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function in the Audi Q5 FY

The presented Audi Q5 FY Centre Console Storage Tray 12V Socket USB Connect Cover is a component of the front console assembly, responsible for providing power and data signals to external devices. Mounted in the factory-designated location, it allows for aesthetic integration with the dashboard and maintains a consistent interior look.

Its placement in the front part of the vehicle facilitates daily use – the driver and passenger have quick access to the socket without the need for additional extension cords or adapters. This solution allows for powering 12V accessories and connecting devices via USB in an organized and safe manner.

Benefits of using an original socket

Using an original component from the Console parts group ensures a proper fit to the Audi interior design and compatibility with the factory electrical installation. The precise shape of the housing and mounting points minimizes the risk of looseness, squeaking, or improper fitment to the console panels.

The product comes from a used vehicle, which allows for a favorable cost-to-functionality ratio while maintaining the manufacturer's original specifications. This is a particularly attractive solution for repairs, replacing a damaged module, or restoring full functionality to the power and USB sockets in the cabin.

Installation and integration

The socket is designed for installation in the front part of the vehicle, in the factory location, which simplifies service work and limits the need for modifications to upholstery or wiring harnesses. With the correct selection based on the manufacturer's markings, it is possible to maintain charging and data transmission functions in accordance with the vehicle's configuration.

In practice, installation involves removing the appropriate section of the console, unplugging the old component, and connecting the new socket to the existing harness. This approach allows for maintaining the factory standard of workmanship and avoiding makeshift solutions that could affect ergonomics or the durability of the installation.

Use in interior renovation and modernization

An element of this type is often used when refreshing the interior of premium vehicles, including Audi models from years that are already considered youngtimers. Replacing a worn or damaged socket allows for restoring the full functionality of the console area, which is important for both utility and aesthetics.

If you want to better plan the restoration of your car and utilize the potential of original second-hand components, it is worth checking out the guide on modernizing vehicles from the turn of the 90s and 2000s. Detailed tips can be found in the article The second life of a youngtimer – how used car parts rejuvenate cars from the 1998–2012 model years, which discusses, among other things, the approach to selecting components for Audi models.

Expanding work within the Audi console

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the center console area in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as control panels, mounting frames, or additional assembly modules, check out the available parts in the Audi console parts category.