The thread is jam packed with links to other threads which answer a good chunk of the most frequently asked questions in 8P. Please have a look here before posting and feel free to add more threads that you think will benefit others. As a start.... http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/satellite-navigation/26674-rns-e-retrofit.html or http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-sportback-8p-chassis/154975-retrofit-rnse-8p2-s3.html Part numbers galore! http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-...turbo-clean-sticky-vane-causes-overboost.html http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-...58671-guide-definitive-2009-led-facelift.html http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-...l-replace-your-front-grille-facelift-8p3.html http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-...-servicing-post-your-quotes-dealers-here.html http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/a3-s3-sportback-8p-chassis/161897-how-search-your-own-answers.html Thanks to MarriedBlonde, Voorhees and others.
Here is a guide to Changing Bi-Xenon headlights for European Driving on a A3 (8P) using VAG-COM. These instructions have now had a second section added on how to change the Adaptive Xenon headlights as well. These use a different Channel to the normal Bi-Xenon headlights. Change Bi-Xenons for European Driving I've just looked in Elsawin and it looks like a 2005 8P with Xenons should have a lever in the headlights to change them for continental use. Here is a link to the Elaswin page which may help: change xenons for continental use If your particular headlights do not have this lever then it may well be a visit to the dealer to have them changed on their diagnostic kit.
New DRLs from stock to whiter light (blue tint when off) DRLs: PIAA H227 Xtreme White S25 Single 382 Bayonet 21 watt £12.71 each purchased from hid.uk.com/priracing.com UPDATE: New Chrome Mirror bulb due to be available mid May Sidelights from stock to whiter light (again blue tint, but not really noticeable) Sidelights: PIAA H222 Xtreme White Wedge sold in pairs 5 watt each Colour temperature 4150k £11.91 for the pair purchased from hid.uk.com/priracing.com Also available in Chrome Mirror White Range (no blue tint to bulb) PIAA H363 Chrome Mirror White Range sold in pairs 5 watt each Colour temperature 4100k £13.79 for the pair available from hid.uk.com/priracing.com Side repeater from stock orange to chrome Side Repeaters: 501 Chrome Wedge sold in pairs £6.99 for the pair purchased from Autobulbs direct on Ebay Link Indicators from stock orange to Philips Silvervision (remove orange look) Indicators: Philips Silvervision PY21W Sold in pairs 21 Watt Purchased from Ebay for £8.99 (make sure the packaging is the new style not old) Full thread here
Installation of RS4 Start Button into 8P A3. All the part numbers and step by step photos can be found here: http://audiretrofit.quinlivan.net PM me for any queries about the installation.
Part numbers for the new MY09 facelight rear lights. 3dr 8P3 945 095A (tail light - left 2 doors - left hand traffic only) 8P3 945 096A (tail light - right 2 doors - left hand traffic only) £77.36 each inc VAT (UK) 102.13 each inc VAT (IRL) If you want the right hand traffic versions just remove the A from the end of the above part numbers. Sportback 8P4 945 095 E (left outer tail light) 8P4 945 096 E (right outer tail light) 8P4 945 093 D (left inner tail light) 8P4 945 094 D (right inner tail light) No prices for the SB lights as yet. There is no difference in the part numbers for LHT and RHT SB rear lights. Lights include the glass, bulb holder and all bulbs. 3dr lights are a straight swap. Awaiting confirmation of additional connectors required for SB inner lights.
Ok here goes, after months of deciding I took the plunge and went for the conversion. Originally I had the split grill on my A3 - at the time of buying it was at the top end of my budget so was the best I could get. Leather interior was on the priority. My first purchase was the ABT front conversion panel, then I fitted an ABT lower spolier - I loved the look of this but still wanted the single grill so took the plunge. Basically I went from this to this HERES THE FULL THREAD - click the link below Conversion pre-facelift double grill bumper(2003-2005)to facelift S-line bumper Please can you make any comments on the above thread and keep this thread tidy. Matt
Enable Coming Home & Leaving Home Lighting without Auto-Lights or Auto-Dimming mirrors. http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=58299
"Lamin-x Provides clear and colored protective films that protect highly impacted easily damaged areas. Use on paint, headlamps,taillamps, foglamps,or many other surfaces. Preserve the value and appearance of your valuables." Below is a pic of Lamin-X film fitted to my headlights and foglights. For more info regarding where the product can be purchased as well as the fitment thereof have a look at this thread: http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=57931
Step by step procedure on removing your 2.0TFSI engine cover as well as replacing your airfilter http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=59129
Will the 2009 facelift S3 front end fit a pre-facelift S3? http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=61545 Will the 2009 facelift LED A3/S3 headlights fit a pre-facelift? http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=65271 Technically yes, if you've got a lot of spare cash. This thread discusses aftermarket lights with LED DRLs for the A3 (still awaiting news): http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=73621
It is Possible!!! Click on threads below please: RS4 grill on an A3??http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=43481&highlight=rs4+grill RS4 front grill?! http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=64483 And I thought the RS4 grill was not supposed to fit our bumper! http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=72569 RS a member on the forum has made his own RS4 Grill for his A3 check thread for more info http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=68634
Hi all, Just wondered if anyone knows of any vinyl wrapping companies out there and also if anyone has come across any pictures of a matte black S3 ?? CHECK OUT THE LINK FOR MORE http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=64750
CHECK OUT THE LINK IPOD http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=62228 CHECK OUT THE LINK 1.9 POWER GAIN http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=64987
http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=64256 Big Andy Black Stealth Beast!! http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=62770 Regal VF RSS S3 Build Thread...Jonnyc Ibis White S3!!
Possible radiator fan problem? http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=59532 Revo + Milltek + Forge = RS3 http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=58708
Cupra R splitter fitted to S-line bumper Guide http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=60902 S3 bumper will if fit an A3 check thread http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=70155
Problems with electric windows auto-close feature: http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=57556
Read thread's Turbo back Milltek Mini-Review http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=71619 Rough 1st to 2nd gear change http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=65464
Ever wonder how you can tell the difference between a 2.0tdi 140 and a 2.0 tdi 170? Click on the link http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=71627 If you chip/tune a 170 a3 the gains? http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=70792
Here the advice you were looking for....Click on thread http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=71886
Wondering about results and feedback regarding items in title click on threas below: Revo Stage 2+ with KMD fuel pump internals from JBS By Warren Cox http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=72956 Sachs Clutch + Autotech + Revo Stage2+ By Iggu http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=68859
Lost where to start with performance mods? Check thread: http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=57980
Cant decided on Milltek Exhaust or Fuel Pump? Check Thread: http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=58987
Having a little Whining noise - Its the wheel bearing right? Or Tyres? Check thread for answer http://audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=70200
