The body control module (BCM) in the Audi A3 8P is located on the left side, below the steering column.
To do this, you need to remove the panel that also houses the light switch (I think there are 3 screws - one of them is behind the panel located between the driver's door and the dashboard).
I would really advise against doing that. You could end up with some serious problems.
I replaced the car's body control module (BCM) myself because I needed some advanced features related to the headlights, and you really shouldn't start without a programming tool or at least access to one. Unfortunately, I can't tell you whether the programming is stored there or not, but I doubt it.
The version number of the onboard network should also match. This part has the number 8P0 907 279 followed by a letter (A, D, F). The number must be correct, otherwise you will definitely need a programming device. If the data is still not stored in the onboard network after the change, you will be in the same situation as before.
Best solution:
It's best if you find someone who has a programming device. You can find the postal codes in the
http://de.openobd.org.. I can also quickly change that for you. But you'll have to come to Austria. *g*
"With a reputable mechanic, this usually isn't a problem. By the way, it's understandable that Audi doesn't want to replace the entire onboard computer system just for the turn signal; I wouldn't do that either."