How to Remove and Install Mirror Caps on Audi S3 8V, Carbon Fiber Edition
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- Welcome fellow S3 fanatics, it’s Peter, your Audi S3 Fanatic! Ever since I took delivery of my S3, I have wanted to accent it with some carbon fiber. I started with a CF rear diffuser and recently took delivery of CF mirror caps. Both my rear diffuser and mirror caps were purchased from China.
Yes, you take a gamble buying parts made in China but IMHO, several products sold by US venders for our S3, are Chinese made. With the good luck I had for my rear diffuser, I thought, why not take another chance on the mirror caps. These are with side assist.
Well, I can tell you, these mirror caps are SPOT ON! Check out my video for a full DIY tutorial and review of these CF mirror caps.
Purchase from: www.ebay.com/i...
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Just finished installing mine. Much appreciated for the tutorial it was a major help with getting this done in a timely manner
I am glad that you found this video useful! Thank you for watching and the support.
Best tutorial on UA-cam for this job. Thank you 💪🏻
Thank you for the kind feedback.
I snapped the end lens of the indicator pulling the surround off. Managed to glue it back on. Great video. Thanks.
Those mirror caps are fragile. I hope the damage wasn't too severe.
Thank you so much for posting this video! Just got mine changed easily thanks to your tips and great video shoot
Glad you were able to use this video as reference.
Your tutorial worked for me. Thank you for posting👍
Thank you for watching and the support. Glad this video worked out for you! Cheers!
There's a surprising lot involved for what looks like a mundane part, thanks for sharing. If this is how mirror covers are designed, imagine all the panels on the car lol.
No kidding. It's not a simply pop this off and you're done.
Awesome video. Watched your video before I installed my carbon fiber mirror caps. Thank you!
I'm glad you were able to use it as a guide. Well done!
Very helpful guide thank you I just got done installing on my 2016 A3 Quattro
Awesome, glad this video was able to help you!
Did you install carbon fiber or silver? I'm thinking of doing this on my 2016 A3 Quattro, would love to find some silver mirror caps (without lane assist), any ideas for sourcing them? They're like $300 ea from ECStuning...
@@drewdittmann3275 I installed the CF mirror caps. If you're looking for OEM silver, check out eBay or some of the 8V/S3 user groups on Facebook.
Same process for RS3. Helped me perfectly!
Glad te DIY helped you Randy!
Thank you! Just used this guide to install a pair of oem caps on my a3. The clips were definitely tricky but luckily I didnt break a single one.
Ethan, great to see you performed the install flawlessly! Congrats!
Thanks for this. Had to remove a 4th screw to get everything off on my 2015 S3 (passenger side) bit other than that the guide was very helpful.
Pedram, I am glad you were able to use this as a guide. Thanks for the support!
Very nice thank you getting ready to do this on my TTRS also installing the sequential blinkers mirrors look exactly the same👍
Good luck James. Just remember to take your time.
Thanks man. I got mine installed perfectly using your video as a guide!
Barton, I had glad you found this video useful. Cheers!
Hi , thanks for the vid' i have just bought the whole carbon assy with the dynamic light , you have only replaced one half, i need to change the whole indicator for my S3 , would be good to see that done , UK
Thank you very much for the video you helped me get my dynamic turn LEDs in without breaking my car ♥️♥️♥️
You're quite welcome, glad the video helped you!
Considering these in the future and found your guide. Very clear and some great pointers. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching and the support!
Thanks for the DIY. My RS3 has an additional wire on the back of the mirror opposite side to the two in your S3. I think it’s the side assist but left the mirror there hanging!
Stephen, I replied to your comment on the S/RS3 FB page. It's the wiring for the side assist.
Hi there buddy, just found your channel and it's great to see someone sharing an interest with the S3, I'm expecting to get mine in October Mythos Black metallic, I'll subscribe by the way!!
Thanks for dropping by and supporting me! Yes, the S3 8V chassis is an amazing car to own and modify. I've thoroughly enjoy all the modifications and have so much more planned for my channel!
October is just a few months away, but trust me, it will be worth the wait.
The Audi S3 Fanatic
Thanks! and by the way, I'm planning on upgrading the brakes to the TTRS brake kit (same as yours) found them at ECS tuning and my future S3 will have the 19" inch double 5-spoke wheel (love them) I Don't know if you ever tried yours with the stock wheel, because I know you're rolling on aftermarket wheels right?
I'll really appreciate your reply. Thanks a lot!!
You're going to love the stopping power of the TT-RS brakes over the OEM single pistons. My TT-RS retrofit fit video should serve you well. I added one additional item (not in the video) which you may want. Since I track my S3, I ended up buying a set of TT-RS heat shields to protect the lines from the radiating heat of the rotors. It's not completely necessary, but I think it offers piece of mind. With respects to my 18's I haven't tried fitting them but seeing that I only have 4mm of clearance with the aftermarket 19's, I don't think the 18's will fit.
Great step by step......made my mirror change a breeze, thank you!
Ian Burgess I'm glad you found the video helpful!
Great video! I'll be doing this with my A3 very soon.
Just take your time and you'll be ok!
Very helpful, successfully fit my mirrors this morning 🙌🏻
Outstanding Luke!
Just installed mine, perfect instructions, super easy.
Thanks for watching and the support Diego!
have a b9 s4 and going to install some CF caps. I'm guessing it will be the exact same.. thanks for the video!
Hey Phil, I haven't performed the work on a newer B9, but from research, the process does look similar across the newer Audis.
Hey,
Looks like you have been monetized, congratulations 👏 👊👍
It may sound Cliché, but anything helps out!
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic not cliché at all, happy to see you are monetized. The monetization can help grow the channel which I am a fan of.
@@turbosilversurfer9010, much appreciate you support! I do love what I do and hope to grow this channel!
Hey Peter! I'm a new subscriber. I recently purchased a used 2015 Audi S3 and wanted to add some CF accents as well and just ordered me a pair of CF mirror caps :) Before I install mines, I wanted to reach out and ask you a question. I can't tell if your side mirrors are the power folding ones or not but my question was is it safe to bend the side mirror back the opposite way like you did in your video if it is power folding? Appreciate you making these videos. They are really helpful for people like me. 🙏👍
Hey Eric, congrats on the purchase! You'll really enjoy the S3. To answer your question, my mirrors ARE NOT power folding so I cannot tell you with conviction, if the mirrors are safe to fold backwards or not. Perhaps you could try slightly? If there is a ton of resistance, then do not attempt it.
I did this on my 2015 S3 with the power folding mirrors. I did move the mirror around and push it forward. No issues since. There is a "normal" amount of resistance when you try to do it but it wasn't overly hard.
Very helpful! Noted for when I get a set for my S3
good to se this comment now, 3 years later, and your profile picture is an audi (s3?)
Great video, super helpful! In the comments, you said you liked the quality of the diffuser. Do you have a link to where you bought it as well?
Good to hear the video was helpful to you! As far as my rear diffuser goes, I no longer have the link as it was an eBay purchase. If you're in the States, most of the vendors here sell the same diffuser purchased from the same manufacture from China.
I really like how you take timeout to do your video...I have a question...my navigation MMI needs to be updated on the dealer said its going to be $900...do you know anything to help me update it...thanks
Thanks for watching and the support. When you're referring to "updated" are you meaning the entire system needs to be removed or are you referring to the maps?
Successfully Installed on my A3 8v, Thanks mate👍
Outstanding! I'm glad to see another successful install.
Hey love the videos,
any advice on how to remove the rear diffuser of the s3? i could use some tips, thanks
The method I used to remove my rear diffuser wasn't the safety for your OEM unit. I would recommend that you start by removing the screws from underneath. Then you'll have to unclip the right and left side, then finally the middle portion of the diffuser from the bottom. At that point, you'll need to pull as the OEM diffuser is clipped into the bumper with roughly 10 clips. It will take some force, but just take your time. Good luck...
Just installed my caps and they are lookin good! For some reason my passenger mirror won't go out all the way, it moved every direction, but once I try and move it out, its like its getting jammed. I took it apart like 5 times and its clipped in properly from what I can see, not sure if you know what the issue would be? Or if you ran across this yourself when installing?
Lyle, I know you mentioned that it's clipped in properly, but I would check again. See if something might be binding it. Mine install worked fine without any tilting issues.
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic I had the motor installed incorrectly, all good now, thanks!
@@lylew7407 glad you figured it out!
Love the video, please post more as you build the s3.
Thanks for the kind comment Rotary. I do have several other projects in the making and will post up additional videos once they are completed.
IF i do not have any lane assists (R8 V10 plus 2018) i feel like i do not need to deinstall the mirror right? i can just clip out the piece
You can unclip it, BUT...you'll risk breaking the internal tabs which would not be good. The reason why I removed the mirror, was to access some of the internal tabs to push them loose.
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic i feel like haveing more risk when i deinstall the mirror and everything else
@@justuskarlt8625 I have heard of people breaking their mirrors because they used too much force, but you're right. There is more risk involved. At this point, I'll recommend that you do what you feel is safest. I can only tell you from experience, the clips inside are tough to pick apart and snap easily. Be careful!
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic sadly youve cut out the scene when you installes the new cap. For me it doesnt work
@@justuskarlt8625 around 7:14, I started to install the new cap. Did this not help or did you need something more detailed?
Hey Peter, Love your vids, quick question. Does these fit my 2016 pre-facelift s3?
Hey CJ, thanks for the kind comment. Yes, these would fit your PFL S3.
Oh yea another thing is on ebay its says $130 for each, is that a pair or just one. thx
CJ, I'm pretty sure the seller is referring to $130/pair. Their additional pricing of $103.90/2 means two (2) pairs.
I would ever replace silver cover for carbon fiber one. That silver looks good on any color Audi. If I had regular Audi then yes
Yes, the silver ones are nice. It was my personal choice to go with the carbon fiber accents.
Awesome Video Peter, this is Michael BTW... :)
Zheng ShuHui, thank you sir!
Sorry I missed it, Thank you Peter!
Lucky BB if the link gives you an option, make an offer and the seller may accept it!
Great work, thank you for this tutorial!
Thanks for watching and the support! Cheers!
Great video! Made my install quick and easy. Spoiler also! 👍🏻
Thank you for watching and the support! I'm glad the videos helped you.
Thanks! Just done both mine in 15 mins👍
That's fantastic! Glad the video helped you out.
Hello,
Great video mate! Inspired me to get a pair and install it myself! I followed every step in your video. I was sailing smoothly, didn't break the mirror or break any tabs. My issue was putting the side assist in the new carbon fiber housing. It won't fit!!! It's too tight! I tried the other side... same story! Any tips or suggestions? I greatly appreciate it! I just subscribed to your channel recently.
Hello archimedes S3. I'm happy to hear that my video was helpful to you. I experienced the same issue you had with the side assist. It's a very tight fit. From memory, I had to angle the LED indicator in one side, then push the other side in. If you try to push the entire LED indicator it, it will not work because it "clips/locks" into place. Hope this helps you get it in!
Will 2018 mirror caps fit on a 2015? It’s all the same right
I cannot confirm. Yours is a 8V.5 chassis so I cannot confirm that it's the same as the 8V.
Hey just one question bro, for the audi s3 side mirror casing can i just remove and replace it with a new one without taking the mirror off i’m sure?
2014 S3 hatchback 8V
Sully, unfortunately not. In order to get to the clips which hold the mirror caps in, you need to access them by removing the mirror. If you try to pry it off without removing the mirror, you'll end up breaking all the interior clips.
The Audi S3 Fanatic alright cool, i will remove the mirror first and do it that way, is there anything i have to remove? I saw in other videos they remove a screw in the centre of the mirror motor?
@@RawwUnderGround, there are a few screws which need to be removed. Follow along with my video and you should be ok.
The Audi S3 Fanatic thanks man
Love it! What is your next project? Respect on your work. Great job!
Pinalloy, thank you very much for the kind comment. Currently, I have a few projects in mind, but I need to finish setting up my garage in my new place before I can start filming again.
The Audi S3 Fanatic keep it up! Stay humble and positive.
The Audi S3 Fanatic and btw, how do u like ur Carbon Fiber Mirror Cover? I personally do not recommend as by the time goes, there are few bubbles on it, it probably the heat from the sun ☀️
The sad truth Pinalloy, most of the CF mirrors for the S3 come from China and the quality just isn't there. My left one has lasted since year year but I believe California's baking heat and sun will slowly destroy it this year. My right mirror on the other hand, is another story, LOL.
Can someone tell me the size and length of the bolt/screw that in the centre that keeps the motor in?
Should I get the mirror caps and spoiler from the same place? Does that matter? Any comment on Monaco in CA? Thx
Bruce, I would pick up mirror caps and spoiler from reputable vendors who have shown to have good feedback. The problem with many items coming from China, is the quality. Many of these CF piece don't hold well over time and start to fade, discolor, or warp. It's a gamble unfortunately.
Regarding Monaco in CA, I haven't dealt with their products, so I cannot comment. I have though, worked with RW Carbon down in Anaheim. They make great CF pieces!
Hi Peter, can you post a link to where you purchased the cf mirrors from?
Lucky BB, there is a link in the description. If you have trouble accessing it, please let me know.
The Audi S3 Fanatic
Thank you Peter!
Hi Peter, my 2016 S3 has auto fold mirrors. Can I still push the whole housing back to get proper access. Probably not shown on your video, but I have seen others push it back slightly.
Hello Sidd, when you say that you want to push the whole housing back, are you referring to the mirror and it's internal housing? Since mine did not have folding mirrors, I can't safe if it's safe or able to be pushed back. You can try, but proceed with caution!
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic It wasn't clear on your video but some others have opened their mirrors and they gone a bit further by pushing them, so they get clear access to mirrors and internal components. I don't feel comfortable pushing it as it might break it. I just want to change the side indicators to dynamic.
@@romeoondrox1, I understand. I haven't seen other videos where they actually "push" in on the mirror assembly so I can't recommend it. If you're looking to change the indicators, you would still need to remove the entire mirror cap. Feel free to try my method and take your time! That's the most critical thing.
The Automotive Fanatic thanks Peter. I opened the mirror hub but I think couldn’t get hold off the clip underneath the blind spot sensor, so I broke it. Hoping it doesn’t create an issue while putting back in.
@@romeoondrox1, I had broken one of my tabs as well and everything seemed to hold together fine.
Hello, thanks for the vidéo ! Do you know if is the same process for TT RS 8V?
thank you in advance
@Alonefirst62, in my research, all the vendors list the 8V compared to your 8S TTRS with different mirror cap part numbers. So along that avenue, I don't think they are the same.
However, in looking a some online photos, they do look very similar. You can always try though.
The Audi S3 Fanatic thank you for the answer. I will try 🙂
@@Alonefirst62, quick *edit* It was early this morning when I read/replied to your comment so I blazed through it too quickly. To PROPERLY answer your question, I believe the removal/install process should be very similar. You would have to pull the mirror glass off, then carefully remove the interior mirror components. Hope this helps!
I'm in Canada..but it's showing me USA 🇺🇸 maps..so I think it needs to update maps software. Because it doesn't show me Canada maps anymore
Were they real carbon fibre or carbon fibre look ?
These were genuine CF weave.
Please Peter i Need a answer.. :-(
Can i do the same on my rs3 2016? Its works Same?
Yes, this will work on the 2016 RS3.
I am having an extremely hard time with putting the mirror glass back on. No matter what it won’t snap into place... have been trying fkr hours now
Hey Ben, what issues are you having with the mirror? Did you check to see if everything was aligned correctly?
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic hey thanks fir the reply. I first try to put the 2 clips in on the top. Then when I try to push in the middle, the top comes out and the bottom goes in, seems like I can’t get it to clip in. Is there a certain position the mirror motor needs to be angled? Are the clips on the top supposed to secure the mirror as when I push it into the retainer, it can easily come back out
@@bensafalow6083 I reviewed my original videos and for the mirror motor, it looks as though it slides into place. You just have to make sure it is aligned properly. Look at part 9:18
do you also have the installation video for the diffuser?
dvo, I do have video footage of the diffuser swap. However, due to the aggressive and poor removal method I used, I did not put together a DIY.
i'm gonna change mine in a few weeks, its just 3 screws on the bottom and pull right?
dvo, it's a little more involved than 3 screws. You need to unclip the bottom half of the diffuser as well as the sides.
I've had quite a few request to post a video on this and I just may do it.
Great video!
Does it work for a 2023 RS3 8Y?
I cannot say if it's exactly the same, but the overall process should be similar.
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic I got it today, it was tricky 😅 Nearly the same procedure. Thanks mate!
Anyone know the part number to the drivers side assist sensor I broke the tab and can’t find new one online anywhere ughhh
Here you go:
Left side: 8V1949145
Right Side: 8V1949146
The Automotive Fanatic what a guy thank you so much. Left is drivers side?
@@Tsias100, you're welcome! I put both sides because I don't know what side the steering wheel is on your car. LOL. Mine is a LHD
The Automotive Fanatic USA here left hand drive so I would say left side?
@@Tsias100, correct, order the LEFT sensor.
Great video TXN
I'm glad you were able to use the video as a resource!
How are these holding up?
They are holding up well. There is no discoloration or warping from the SoCal sun and heat.
You from Seattle?? Saw your Achtuning shirt. If you are, would you like to install mine? $$
Jerry, I am from Seattle, but just relocated down to SoCal. If you have the right tools and some patience, you can do it!
easiest way is to pry it out from the top, its just clips that holds the top cover
You can do it that way, but the chances of clips breaking off is higher.
@@TheAutomotiveFanatic Seems like it is like picking what to damage in the process. Last time I remove the mirror glass, the mirror adjuster motor was damage while removing the glass. So I would prefer damage the clips on the cap than breaking the mirror glass or the adjuster itself. At least the caps are going to be replaced anyway, if you are removing it.
instruction not clear enough, ended up changing my neighbor's pants
Hey Shon, sorry you were not able to follow along and have it help you.
I found the easiest way to remove my mirror cap was to misjudge the gap between my car and an oncoming vehicle!
LOL, I think many of us have figured that method as well.
Did everything you said, took it real easy and my mirror cracked 🙄
Damn Jon, I'm sorry to hear that.
Wa size screw driver
I believe it is a T10
This video was fantastic and helped me install these today. Thank you!
Thanks for watching and the support kamaji45! So glad it helped you out!