Ride Height Sensor – Rear Left – VW Phaeton 3D1 – 2002-2016 – 4E0616571E
Overview What this part does
Get your Volkswagen Phaeton 3D1 (2002–2016) back to proper headlight beam alignment and air suspension control with this replacement ride height level sensor, also referenced in service manuals as the headlamp range sensor or suspension level sensor. Built to OEM specification, matching 4E0616571D and 4E0616571E. Also fits equivalent Audi models.
Common signs of failure
A failing ride height sensor commonly causes xenon, LED or matrix headlights to point too high (dazzling oncoming drivers) or too low (reducing your night-time visibility), and often disables auto-levelling entirely. On VAG group cars expect dashboard headlight error messages and fault codes B106A or B107A; on cars with air suspension you'll see the suspension warning light, uneven ride height, or the vehicle stuck low after parking. Faulty sensors also cause MOT fails on the headlamp aim test.
Fitment notes
Plug-and-play installation, no diagnostic coding required. The same physical sensor is shared across the VAG group (Audi, VW, Skoda, Seat) on many platforms — the quickest way to confirm fit is to match your existing part number to one of those listed above. Mounting bracket and linkage are typically reused from your original sensor. Standard 4 pin connector. Position: Left, Rear.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a headlight sensor or an air suspension sensor?
Same physical part — most VAG group cars use one sensor whose signal feeds both the auto-levelling headlight ECU and (where fitted) the air suspension control module. Replacing it fixes both systems.
Will replacing it stop the dashboard warning?
Yes — once the new sensor is fitted and the ignition cycled, headlight error messages usually clear on their own. Stubborn faults can be cleared with VCDS or any generic OBD2 scanner that supports module reset.
Do I need to calibrate the headlamps after fitting?
Basic aim adjustment is recommended after replacement; full electronic calibration is only required if the headlamp unit itself was also replaced.
Specifications
- Type
- Ride Height Level Sensor
- Position
- Left, Rear
- OEM references
- 4E0616571D, 4E0616571E
- Connector
- 4 pin
- Warranty
- 1 year
- Coding required
- No coding needed
- Vehicle makes
- Audi, Volkswagen
Fits these cars28 compatible models
| Make | Model | Years | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 2.8 FSI | 2007,2008,2009,2010 | 2773cc 154kW 210HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.0 | 2003,2004,2005 | 2976cc 162kW 220HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.0 | 2003,2004,2005,2006 | 2976cc 160kW 218HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.0 TDI quattro | 2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 2967cc 171kW 233HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.0 TDI quattro | 2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 2967cc 155kW 211HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.0 quattro | 2003,2004,2005 | 2976cc 162kW 220HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.2 FSI | 2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 3123cc 191kW 260HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.2 FSI quattro | 2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 3123cc 191kW 260HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 3.7 quattro | 2002,2003,2004,2005,2006 | 3697cc 206kW 280HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 4.0 TDI quattro | 2003,2004,2005 | 3936cc 202kW 275HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 4.2 FSI quattro | 2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 4163cc 257kW 350HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 4.2 TDI quattro | 2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 4134cc 240kW 326HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 4.2 TDI quattro | 2005 | 4134cc 235kW 320HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 4.2 quattro | 2002,2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 4172cc 246kW 335HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) 6.0 W12 quattro | 2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 5998cc 331kW 450HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) S8 quattro | 2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 5204cc 331kW 450HP |
| Audi | A8 D3 (4E2,4E8) S8 quattro | 2006,2007,2008,2009,2010 | 5204cc 324kW 441HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 3.0 V6 TDI 4motion | 2004,2005,2006,2007 | 2967cc 165kW 224HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 3.0 V6 TDI 4motion | 2007,2008 | 2967cc 171kW 233HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 3.0 V6 TDI 4motion | 2008,2009,2010,2011,2012,2013,2014,2015,2016 | 2967cc 176kW 240HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 3.0 V6 TDI 4motion | 2013,2014,2015,2016 | 2967cc 180kW 245HP |
| Volkswagen | Phaeton (3d1,3d2,3d3,3d4,3d6,3d7,3d8,3d9) 3.2 V6 | 2002,2003,2004,2005 | 3189cc 177kW 241HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 3.2 V6 4motion | 2004,2005,2006,2007,2008 | 3189cc 177kW 241HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 3.6 V6 4motion | 2008,2009,2010,2011,2012,2013,2014,2015,2016 | 3597cc 206kW 280HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 4.2 V8 4motion | 2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010,2011,2012,2013,2014,2015,2016 | 4172cc 246kW 335HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 5.0 V10 TDI 4motion | 2002,2003,2004,2005,2006 | 4921cc 230kW 313HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 6.0 W12 4motion | 2002,2003,2004,2005 | 5998cc 309kW 420HP |
| Volkswagen | PHAETON (3D1,3D2,3D3,3D4,3D6,3D7,3D8,3D9) 6.0 W12 4motion | 2005,2006,2007,2008,2009,2010,2011,2012,2013,2014,2015,2016 | 5998cc 331kW 450HP |
