VAG OEM 8K0 973 703 G TE 1-1718653-1 3-Way Female Connector Housing

The Component: Genuine VAG / TE Connectivity OEM 3-position female socket housing / Sealed Series waterproof automotive connector plug / Compact 1x3 single-row inline cavity layout / Mechanical Keying Variant G / External top latching mechanism with integrated circumferential silicone interface seal and pink secondary terminal retention lock / Molded from heat-, chemical-, and impact-resistant glass-filled polyamide (PA66-GF15) resin / Component Part Number: 8K0 973 703 G / Alternate OEM Identifiers: VAG 8K0 973 703 G / 8K0973703G / TE Connectivity 1-1718653-1 / Audi VW 8K0 973 703 G / 3-Pin Female Plug / Camshaft Sensor Plug / PDC Sensor Plug.

Applications & Fitment: High-reliability waterproof female electrical connector housing engineered for under-bonnet, chassis, and drivetrain sensor sub-harnesses across VAG OEM vehicle platforms (Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT, Škoda, Porsche). Designed specifically for three female socket contacts and individual silicone wire cavity seals on a single-row layout. Mates directly with male connector housing VAG 8K0 973 803 G / TE 1-1718652-1. Widely specified for camshaft position sensors, crankshaft impulse sensors, exhaust differential pressure sensors, oil pressure/temperature switches, parking distance control (PDC) ultrasonic sensors, and washer fluid pumps requiring full IP67 / IP6K9K weatherproofing integrity. Engineered to withstand continuous engine vibration, road splash, severe fluid exposure (oils, fuels, coolant), and extreme thermal cycling (-40 to 125 degrees Celsius). Essential stock for auto-electricians, VAG specialists, engine reconditioners, harness builders, and trade distributors.

Technical Attributes:

- OEM Part Number: 8K0 973 703 G / 8K0973703G (TE Cross-Reference: 1-1718653-1)

- Manufacturer: Volkswagen AG / TE Connectivity

- Product Component Classification: 1Female Socket / Receptacle Connector Housing

- Connector Family Series: Sealed Series (Keying Code G)

- Total Position Count: 3-Way / 3-Pin Female Plug

- Cavity Layout Matrix: 1 Row x 3 Columns Inline Configuration Profile

- Compatible Terminal Width: 1.20 mm Female Socket Contacts (Locking Lance Receptacles)

- Terminal System Compatibility: Accepts TE MCON 1.2 female crimp contacts (e.g., 1452671 / 7-1452671 series) and individual silicone wire seals (e.g., 967067-1 / 0-967067-1 series)

- Directly Mating Part Number: VAG 8K0 973 803 G / TE 1-1718652-1 (Sealed 3-Way Male Housing)

- Ingress Protection Status: Weatherproof / Waterproof Fully Sealable (IP67 / IP6K9K Rated)

- Structural Material Base: Premium Glass-Reinforced Polyamide 66 (PA66-GF15)

- Color Profile: Factory Solid Black Body with Pink Secondary Lock / Seal Element

- Operating Temperature Limit: -40 to 125 degrees Celsius

- Commercial Procurement Status: Provided as an individual unpopulated 3-way female housing assembly with pre-fitted secondary terminal lock. female socket crimp contacts, individual wire seals, and mating male connector housing assemblies (8K0 973 803 G) are sold separately. Multi-tier trade volume discounts apply automatically at checkout.