Audi A5 F5 Centre Console Storage Tray 12V Socket USB Connect Cover 5Q0035726L

Description

Audi A5 F5 Centre Console Storage Tray 12V Socket USB Connect Cover is an original interior component designed for installation in the front part of the cabin. It provides convenient access to a practical storage compartment and functional power and communication sockets, improving the ergonomics of mobile device operation. Thanks to its factory design, it integrates aesthetically with the dashboard, maintaining a cohesive cockpit appearance.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 5Q0035726L
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 5Q0035726L
• Substitutable numbers: 5Q0035726L, 5Q0 035 726 L
• Location on the vehicle: Front
• Category: Centre & Overhead Console Parts

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented centre console with a storage tray, 12V socket, and USB port is a component from the Console Parts group, mounted in the front interior zone. It is responsible for the convenient placement of power points and a data port, which facilitates the connection of chargers, accessories, and multimedia devices while driving. This solution improves cabin space organization and reduces cable clutter in the area of the centre tunnel.

Construction and ergonomics of use

The console’s construction has been designed to provide the driver and passenger with easy access to the storage compartment and sockets. The layout of the elements promotes intuitive operation – the 12V socket and USB port are placed within reach, allowing for quick device connection without taking eyes off the road for longer than necessary. The console storage tray allows for the storage of small items, such as cables, adapters, or small accessories, which helps keep the cockpit tidy.

Benefits of using an original Audi console

Using an original Audi interior component translates into several significant advantages:

• factory fitment to the geometry of the centre tunnel and other dashboard panels,
• consistent colour and surface texture in relation to other interior elements,
• maintenance of proper 12V socket and USB port operation after correct installation,
• no need for mounting modifications when replacing with a part of the same design type.

Thanks to this, the replacement process is predictable, and the final result allows for maintaining the vehicle’s interior to a standard consistent with the factory specification.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered console comes from disassembly and is sold as a used part, which represents a reasonable compromise between cost and functionality. This type of solution is particularly attractive for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged storage tray or power sockets, as well as restoring full functionality to the centre tunnel after wear and tear. A used OEM component allows for maintaining the original character of the interior without the need to resort to replacements with uncertain fitment.

If you want to maximize the potential of parts from disassembly and ensure their long-term efficiency, it is worth learning proven procedures for cleaning, protecting contacts, and checking installations. Practical tips can be found in the article How to extend the life of used car parts?, which discusses, among other things, the principles of maintaining interior elements and electronics.

Expanding the Audi centre console zone

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the centre console zone in your Audi and need other elements from the same group, such as control panels, additional modules, or tunnel housings, check out the available parts in the Audi Console Parts category.

Selecting the right component should always be preceded by comparing the shape, socket placement, and type of USB and 12V connector with the part currently installed in the vehicle. Such an approach minimizes the risk of incompatibility and allows for efficient installation, without additional modifications to the wiring or mounts.