Audi A3 S3 8V Power Folding Mirrors Retrofit Kit
Upgrade your Audi A3 or S3 8V with OEM-style power folding side mirrors. This complete retrofit kit adds electrically folding exterior mirrors, allowing you to fold and unfold the mirrors from the driver’s door switch and automatically fold them when locking the vehicle.
Designed for Audi A3 and S3 8V models from 2014–2020, this kit is ideal for vehicles that were originally equipped without factory power-folding mirrors.
If your Audi A3 or S3 8V has standard manually folding or fixed exterior mirrors, this retrofit allows you to add the factory-style electric power folding mirror function.
After installation and coding, the mirrors can be controlled using the dedicated folding position on the driver’s side mirror adjustment switch. Depending on the vehicle configuration and coding, the mirrors can also be configured to automatically fold when the vehicle is locked and unfold when the ignition is switched on.
This is a complete retrofit solution that includes the major hardware required for vehicles that do not currently support power folding mirrors.
Key Features：
- Power-folding exterior mirrors
- OEM-style retrofit for Audi A3/S3 8V
- Suitable for vehicles without factory folding mirrors
- Folding control through the driver’s door switch
- Automatic mirror folding when locking the vehicle
- Automatic mirror unfolding when the vehicle is powered on
- Compatible with Audi MMI configuration when supported
- Includes compatible door control modules
- Includes folding mirror switch and switch frame
- Hardware is function-tested before shipment
- Coding required after installation
Compatibility：
Vehicle: Audi A3 / S3
Platform: 8V
Model Years: 2014–2020
This retrofit is designed for Audi A3 and S3 8V vehicles that do not have factory power-folding exterior mirrors.
The exact door control module configuration can vary depending on the vehicle’s production year, equipment level and existing mirror system. For this reason, we recommend checking your vehicle configuration before ordering.
Important Compatibility Check
Audi A3/S3 8V vehicles can use different door control modules depending on their factory equipment.
Some vehicles may already have compatible door modules, while other vehicles require the door modules included with this retrofit kit. Audi retrofit specialists commonly recommend checking the existing door-module part numbers before installation.
Please provide your VIN or the part numbers of your existing left and right front door control modules if you are unsure about compatibility.
We can help verify the correct configuration before shipment.
What Is Included?
The complete retrofit package includes:
- 2 × Power-folding rearview mirror bases
- 1 × Left door control module
- 1 × Right door control module
- 1 × Power folding mirror switch
- 1 × Folding mirror switch frame
The supplied hardware is function-tested before shipment.
What About My Original Mirror Housing and Glass?
Depending on the selected configuration, your existing mirror housing, painted mirror caps and mirror glass may be reusable.
The folding mechanism is integrated into the mirror assembly/base, while the exterior housing and glass are separate components. Retrofit installations commonly transfer the original painted housing and mirror glass to the new folding mirror assembly when compatible.
Please contact us with your VIN if you want us to confirm which components can be retained on your vehicle.
How Does the Power Folding Mirror Retrofit Work?
Once the hardware has been installed and the vehicle has been correctly coded:
1. Manual Folding Control
The driver’s side mirror adjustment switch gains a dedicated folding position.
Turn the switch to the folding position to electrically fold or unfold the exterior mirrors.
2. Automatic Folding When Locked
The vehicle can be configured so that the exterior mirrors automatically fold when the vehicle is locked.
This provides a convenient visual indication that the vehicle has been locked and reduces the mirror width when parked.
3. Automatic Unfolding
The mirrors can automatically unfold when the vehicle is unlocked or the vehicle is powered on, depending on the vehicle’s coding and configuration.
4. MMI Integration
On compatible A3/S3 8V configurations, the folding function can be integrated into the vehicle’s MMI settings.
The exact available menu options depend on the vehicle’s existing equipment and software configuration.
Installation and Coding
This is an OEM-style retrofit, but it is not simply a matter of replacing the mirror covers.
The installation may involve:
- Removing the original exterior mirrors
- Installing the power-folding mirror assemblies
- Replacing or upgrading the left and right door control modules when required
- Installing the power-folding mirror switch
- Installing the appropriate switch frame
- Checking the mirror wiring and connections
- Coding the door control modules
- Activating the power-folding mirror function
- Testing manual and automatic folding functions
After installation, the vehicle needs to be coded using suitable Audi/VAG diagnostic equipment.
Recommended diagnostic equipment includes:
- ODIS
- VCDS
- 5054A
- 6154A
- Compatible DOIP diagnostic equipment
Coding is required.
If the vehicle is not coded correctly, the newly installed folding function may not operate as expected.
Does the Retrofit Require Additional Wiring?
For the standard configuration, the retrofit is designed around the factory-style door control module and mirror connections.
However, the exact wiring requirements depend on the original equipment installed in your A3/S3 8V.
Before installation, we recommend checking:
- Existing door control module part numbers
- Left/right door module compatibility
- Existing mirror equipment
- Vehicle production year
- Pre-facelift or facelift configuration
- LHD/RHD configuration
- Existing mirror adjustment and heating functions
For vehicles with different equipment configurations, additional parts or configuration changes may be required.
Power Folding Mirrors vs. Standard Mirrors
If your Audi A3/S3 8V was not equipped with factory power-folding mirrors, the original mirrors normally do not provide the electric folding function.
The retrofit adds the hardware and control components required for the power-folding function.
| Feature | Standard Mirror | Power Folding Retrofit |
|---|---|---|
| Electric mirror adjustment | Depending on vehicle | Yes |
| Heated mirror | Depends on original equipment | Retained when compatible |
| Electric folding | No | Yes |
| Folding switch | No | Yes |
| Auto fold when locking | No | Yes, after coding |
| Auto unfold | No | Yes, after coding |
| OEM-style integration | — | Yes |
| Door module upgrade | — | Included when required |
Why Upgrade to Power Folding Mirrors?
Factory-Style Convenience
Fold your mirrors directly from the driver’s door switch instead of manually pushing the mirrors inward.
Automatic Folding
With the correct coding, the mirrors can fold automatically when the vehicle is locked.
Better Parking Convenience
Power-folding mirrors are particularly useful in narrow parking spaces, garages and crowded urban parking areas.
OEM-Style Retrofit
The kit uses the factory-style mirror control architecture rather than an independent aftermarket folding controller.
Complete Retrofit Package
The kit includes the folding mirror bases, door control modules, folding switch and switch frame, reducing the need to source individual components separately.
Audi A3 S3 8V Pre-Facelift and Facelift Compatibility
The Audi A3/S3 8V was produced with different equipment configurations throughout its production period.
Power-folding mirror retrofits have been performed on both pre-facelift and facelift A3/S3 8V vehicles, but the required door control modules and mirror components can vary by vehicle.
For this reason, VIN verification or checking the existing door-module part numbers is recommended before ordering.
FAQ:Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add power folding mirrors to an Audi A3 8V that did not have them from the factory?
Yes. The Audi A3/S3 8V can be retrofitted with OEM-style power-folding mirrors.
The retrofit normally requires the folding mirror hardware, compatible door control modules, folding mirror switch and coding.
Can I install this kit on an Audi S3 8V?
Yes. This kit is designed for the Audi A3/S3 8V platform from approximately 2014–2020.
Please provide your VIN if you want us to verify the exact configuration.
Do I need to replace the door control modules?
It depends on your original equipment.
Some A3/S3 8V vehicles already have compatible highline door modules, while others require upgraded modules. This is why the kit includes compatible door control modules for vehicles that do not support the folding function.
Does the kit include the folding mirror switch?
Yes.
The kit includes the dedicated power-folding mirror switch and the corresponding switch frame.
Will the mirrors automatically fold when I lock the car?
Yes, after the retrofit has been installed and correctly coded, the vehicle can be configured for automatic mirror folding when locked.
Will the mirrors automatically unfold?
Yes. Depending on the vehicle configuration and coding, the mirrors can automatically unfold when the vehicle is unlocked or powered on.
Do I need coding after installation?
Yes.
Coding is required to activate the power-folding mirror function and configure the relevant door control modules.
Can my original mirror glass be reused?
In many retrofit configurations, the original mirror glass can be retained and transferred to the new folding mirror assembly.
Please provide your VIN or photos of your existing mirrors if you want us to confirm compatibility.
Does the kit include mirror caps?
The standard retrofit package listed here includes the folding mirror bases and related control components. Mirror caps and glass may be transferred from your original mirrors depending on the configuration.
Please confirm the selected option before ordering.
Is this a plug-and-play kit?
The hardware is designed for an OEM-style retrofit, but coding is required after installation.
Depending on the original vehicle configuration, door module replacement may also be necessary.
Can you help with coding?
Yes. We can provide installation guidance and help determine the required coding configuration.
If remote coding is available for your vehicle, contact us before ordering so we can confirm compatibility and diagnostic requirements.
Before Ordering
Please provide the following information whenever possible:
- Audi model
- Model year
- VIN
- Left front door control module part number
- Right front door control module part number
- Photos of your current exterior mirrors
- Photo of the existing mirror adjustment switch
This information helps us confirm the correct retrofit configuration before shipping.
Product Specifications
Product: Audi A3 S3 8V Power Folding Mirror Retrofit Kit
Platform: Audi 8V
Compatible Models: Audi A3, Audi S3
Model Years: 2014–2020
Function: Electric Power Folding Mirrors
Automatic Folding: Yes, after coding
Automatic Unfolding: Yes, after coding
Folding Switch: Included
Door Control Modules: Included
Coding: Required
Diagnostic Equipment: ODIS / VCDS / 5054A / 6154A / compatible DOIP equipment
Upgrade Your Audi A3/S3 8V With OEM-Style Power Folding Mirrors
If your Audi A3 or S3 8V does not have factory power-folding mirrors, this retrofit kit provides a practical OEM-style solution.
The complete kit includes the key hardware required to add electric mirror folding, including the folding mirror bases, compatible door control modules and dedicated folding switch.
Before ordering, send us your VIN and we can check the compatibility of the retrofit kit with your vehicle.
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