I want to see these in my Car!!!!

[toknee]

thanks
did you put your paddles on yet?

Nison,

Yep installed them. Subtle change, but I like it.

[keeva381]

Just placed my order from Bernardi Honda for the driver side switches and then 1 for each door. Total came to $199 shipped! Thanks for the great find.

[DavidB8]

Yeah that's one on my list as well. Not something I would have done before but now that I have the new trim with the silver edges I think the interior trim needs a little more to finish it off.
I've also found some replacement seat switches that are black in the center and chrome on the edges so I think they will make it onto my car as well.

[keeva381]

1) Yes the panels just snap off below the door handle and you have access.

Just having trouble it looks as if the panels are all connected and integrated into the door. Do I just take a screwdriver and start trying to snap the window button panel portion back so that it frees up? I'm too nervous about starting from the top since I'll probably end up bending the plastic. If if it's just trial and error I'll proceed but wanted to check with the experts!

Where it looks like I should be able to get in....although I know it will damage it:



This is where I think David you're telling me to start? Looks all connected around the whole door handle, but just pry back and pop out?

[DavidB8]

If you go to my website I have a few different projects that how to take it off. Including this one http://www.audienthusiasts.com/Proje...rLighting.html

[keeva381]

If you go to my website I have a few different projects that how to take it off. Including this one http://www.audienthusiasts.com/Proje...rLighting.html

Didn't even think of that...perfect. Thanks again David.

[keeva381]

INSTALLED!

Just a quick note on each of the doors....I ONLY had to take out the bottom portion of the door handle. See a pic from David's site:



Then I just worked on getting the actual "switches" out.

On the driver side door I was very careful to work it out (there are 4 clips that hold it in place). I used a very small flat screwdriver and was able to work it out, while pushing down on the actual switches. Then as they mentioned you have to switch out each of the switches (driver side door only).

On all other doors, I pretty much only undid the 2 clips facing me, and then just pushed the switch out (you have to push pretty hard). It snapped the other side of the switch, but doesn't matter since that is what you're replacing. It's only the driver side door you have to be very careful with.

Hope that helps! Love the look thanks again guys.

[des_me]

Hi guys,

I personally has not done below mod (of changing power seat switches) but I think it will compliment the 'door switch' upgrade well .

The part number indicated is 8P0 853 374 E01C and it should contain 6pcs for both seats. Apparently there are three color to choose from but not sure about the corresponding part number though.






By the way is there a chrome trim switch for the rear boot release button to complete the look, any kind bro to advise on the part number if available.

[Dasquade]

At first i was like "Meh" but thansk to Davids door trim post (thanks for reminding me how nice that small metal bezel on the trims are), i'm now at "Damn, would look great".
I'm not really a carbon fiber fan (my car isn't fast enough for it :p ) but i do like the piano black trims that also have the metal bezel on them.
They are pretty hard to find, but i might have found a solution.
Anyway, thanks for the info and test fitting.

[Dasquade]

Sorry to remove the dust for this topic, but i just did my install and wanted to share a small DIY for those who are interested.

Firstly i want to repost the partnumber again. I might be mistaken but audi guru DavidB8 pointed out to me that the A8 drivers panel switches are a direct switch compaired to the A7 one where you need to swap the knobs of.
4H0-959-851-D-5PR A8 drivers switch panel OR 4G0-959-851-5PR A7 drivers switch panel that needs s-know swapping
4H0-959-855-A-5PR passagers knob (3)
4F0-959-565-A-5PR mirror switch

My DIY report :
Let me first say that removing the armrest covers is basicly identical on all 4 doors, although they are slightly different in shape.

The drivers side:

With the help of a screwdriver inserted in the hole on the left buttom side corner and while pulling it away from the door. I noticed it helps a bit if you press with your other hand a bit at the back side of the plastic so you loosen it easier of the pins.

This is a picture borrowed from DavidB8 showing the big pin location and the smaller subpins, but i noticed there were a few more at the starting point. Never the less, it took some force to detach it from the main clip.

Result after you loosen the corner.

With the help of a small blade (not sure how it is called in english) i was able to pop off the cover top side pretty easy out the pins. The buttom ones released pretty easy with your hand by pushing it first upwards, then away form the door.

The window switches:
So i decided to buy the A8 switches, big thanks to DavidB8 for pointing it out. Those are identical to the A7 ones, but have the same window lock button. So this panel is a direct swap and you don't need to individually replace the buttons onto your stock panel.

The switch panel is locked in place with 4 pins. Maybe a word of advice, DO NOT use a small screwdriver to push those pins inwards. They are pretty fragile and i broke 2 at my first attempt (passengiers switch, see later).

Again with the small blade, push it between the panel and the mounting socket. Now push the pounting socket plate away from the pin and slightly push out your switch panel. Go to the next pin...and next.
After the last one it should drop out without damage. Pull the plug and swap it with your new panel and push it back in the socket.

The mirror switch:
*Eventhough if you don't have electronic folding mirrors, you can use the switch partnumber posted by earlier in the topic. Tested everything, and no issues. My plug even already had all 4 pins wired.

Although it isn't really a must, i decided to replace it anyway. Imho it fits the rest of the mat black switches, but i had the plan to use the stock mirror switch for my subwoofer volume knob that will be build into the MMI controle panel. The knob is in the same style as the stock MMI volume knob.
Anyway, it is mounted with 3 pins.


Same as with the windowswitch panel, the small blade pops it out in no time.

The passengier side(s):

That switch is mounted with 4 pins, again the blade makes it easy.

As mentioned earlier, the result of trying to release it by pushing the pins with small screwdriver. DO NOT do that :) .


I didn't take any BEFORE pictures but here are some AFTER pictures in combination with my piano black trims.
*Temp picture to show what it looks like with the stock mirror knob.

*All new, very happy with the result. Fits the piano black trims nicely imho.


Passengier side, small difference over stock but it is the subtile accent that makes it worth it.




Partly failed picture, but wanted to show it ambient color. Fits perfect with the other instrument ambient light.


Conclusie:
If you have +-100€ to burn, do it. Imho it is a must have mod if you like details. This is how the S-line interier package should have been!
I'm very pleased with the upgrade.

Plug&play over the entire line. I didn't time it but took me 5-10minutes per door. But like always when working on car parts in plastiek, take your time but often it takes some force to release stuff.

[DavidB8]

Glad I was able to help. Sorry to the rest of the group for not posting the switch information for the straight swap. I got mine some time ago but it sat in Europe waiting for me to get all my little parts together before it shipped. I would have posted after I actually got it in hand but glad someone else was able to use the information and get it up here.

[Dasquade]

No problem David, again thanks for pointing out! Already 2 others (dutch audi owners) made use of the info.
By the way, feel free to use what every picture if you decide to make your own DIY for AudiEnthusiasts.com.
It might give you some extra modding time.
Still looking forward how yours will look with the carbon fiber trim set. I hope you keep us updated on it.

Don't think it was needed, but here is a side by side picture A8 vs A4

[johnnycondo72]

Does anyone know if these style of chrome switches are available for the trunk / boot release button on the drivers door?

[DavidB8]

Yep.. Only just. The new A5 switches have just been listed which has the trunk. I just had one ordered so I should know soon if it can be bought. Mind you I'm getting mine out of Germany so ordering one here could take 6-8 weeks on a special order. Seems to be the way with new parts on a new release vehicle.

[cory_can]

Yep.. Only just. The new A5 switches have just been listed which has the trunk. I just had one ordered so I should know soon if it can be bought. Mind you I'm getting mine out of Germany so ordering one here could take 6-8 weeks on a special order. Seems to be the way with new parts on a new release vehicle.

any news on the matching boot switch yet? Do you have a part no.? ....I could give it a try through Neil and see how quickly he could get it.

[fre2bpowerless]

Just did the swap today, really easy and I'm a DIY noob, still. Do guide us on the part number of the boot release switch.

[johnnycondo72]

I Installed the complete set of chrome window switches for all 4 doors and the trunk / boot switch a couple of days ago .... took me about 20mins in total.

Part number for the trunk / boot switch - 8K0 959 831 B V10

[fre2bpowerless]

How difficult is the boot switch install? I'm guessing one would have to pry off the boot switch surround to gain access. Thanks for the part number.

There are chrome/silver volume and MMI knobs too, if anyone's looking for more silver touches.

[Dasquade]

Just posting this as a possible warning...
From motortalk.de:
Apperently the facelift A4 door switches have a different finish (black) then the A8/A7 switches.
Picture say more then words


I haven't looked it up but i think the volume knob isn't a plug and play item but part of the full MMI panel (as it works differently: volume + next/previous).

Volume: 8R0 = 24 059 528 €
Menu: 8R0 059 528 A = 24 €

[maga4]

Just posting this as a possible warning...
From motortalk.de:
Apperently the facelift A4 door switches have a different finish (black) then the A8/A7 switches.
Picture say more then words

I haven't looked it up but i think the volume knob isn't a plug and play item but part of the full MMI panel (as it works differently: volume + next/previous).

Thanks for posting. Definately prefer the one on the right, pretty sure that is the current one right? This is definately a fun winter mod!

[phatAvant]

The left one looks cheap to me for some reason.

[hender]

flash probably, lol

[Dasquade]

I dought it. Both switches look highlighted the same. It comes apperently with a different finish of black. My switches (A7 code if not mistaken and A8 multiple switch panel) are like the right one, flat surface.
Anyway, just wanted to show it as i found it on motortalk in their facelift retrofit topic.

[jacksat]

Here a german ebaylink where you can find switches at reasonable prices.
Don't know the shipping rates to US.

http://www.ebay.de/sch/i.html?_from=...All-Categories

[DavidB8]

I just got my trunk switch :D

Set is now complete, Mirror, Windows, Trunk and seats for now.

[Greg Nelson]

Here a german ebaylink where you can find switches at reasonable prices.
Don't know the shipping rates to US.

http://www.ebay.de/sch/i.html?_from=...All-Categories

Very few eBay.de sellers will ship to US, some won't even ship to UK.
do email, run through Google translate and send to seller.

[wpg2.0T]

Hi guys,

I personally has not done below mod (of changing power seat switches) but I think it will compliment the 'door switch' upgrade well .

The part number indicated is 8P0 853 374 E01C and it should contain 6pcs for both seats. Apparently there are three color to choose from but not sure about the corresponding part number though.

Are these actual switch replacements or covers for the existing seat controls?

See this set from http://www.parts4euro.com/DCShop/pro...oducts_id=1444

Thanks.

[DavidB8]

I Installed the complete set of chrome window switches for all 4 doors and the trunk / boot switch a couple of days ago .... took me about 20mins in total.

Part number for the trunk / boot switch - 8K0 959 831 B V10

Did you do the trunk switch from the front or did you remove the panel? I found the clip pretty tight even with access from the rear of the panel.

Are these actual switch replacements or covers for the existing seat controls?

See this set from http://www.parts4euro.com/DCShop/pro...oducts_id=1444

Thanks.

DAMN!! That's a lot of money for seat switch covers.. I'm not charging enough I don't think.

[MiracleWhips]

Every part number worked for me except the boot switch? (genuinevwparts.com)

What model does this come from?

[DavidB8]

Comes from the new facelift S5.

[johnnycondo72]

[QUOTE=DavidB8;7043953]Did you do the trunk switch from the front or did you remove the panel? I found the clip pretty tight even with access from the rear of the panel.

I just removed the door card but didn't disconnect any of the wiring or even the inner door handle cable and placed the door card on a box and leverage the trunk switch from the inside of the trim. I used a very small flat blade screwdriver and once the 2 outer clips of the switch were out I just pushed the switch out with my finger .... worked a treat for me.

[Ryan_T]

Very nice work. Now if you can just get the aluminum MMI buttons from the RS5, it'd look complete.

[fre2bpowerless]

Anyone have any idea how these are to be installed, do they just clip off/on or do I need to fiddle with the panels under the seat too. I'm totally clueless.

Any help appreciated.

[ECS Tuning-Audi]

WOW that looks great! Any interest if we were to put a "kit" together so you could have everything you need to do the retro fit?

Jason

[maga4]

WOW that looks great! Any interest if we were to put a "kit" together so you could have everything you need to do the retro fit?

Jason

I would say absolutely so long as it is pretty close in price to just ordering individually. Thanks for the thought!

[ECS Tuning-Audi]

I would say absolutely so long as it is pretty close in price to just ordering individually. Thanks for the thought!

Usually when we make "kits" we price them so you save over getting each piece individually

Jason

[MiracleWhips]

WOW that looks great! Any interest if we were to put a "kit" together so you could have everything you need to do the retro fit?

Jason

Absolutely yes.

What all would the kit include?

Door switches
Mirror knob
Trunk Switch

There is also
MMI Knob
Seat adjustments controls

[ECS Tuning-Audi]

We could honestly do whatever you guys wanted. I'm all ears, I've already got an e-mail started generating the idea.

Jason

[maga4]

Usually when we make "kits" we price them so you save over getting each piece individually

Jason

Even better!

I would say definitely the mirror switch, trunk, and windows. I would also be good with the seat controls. My nav/mmi knob is already the aluminum look though? Any way to get the mmi buttons from the facelift yet (dont know if they are aluminum on different models)?

Easier to order and organize plus cheaper = win in my book!

[cory_can]

Even better!

I would say definitely the mirror switch, trunk, and windows. I would also be good with the seat controls. My nav/mmi knob is already the aluminum look though? Any way to get the mmi buttons from the facelift yet (dont know if they are aluminum on different models)?

Easier to order and organize plus cheaper = win in my book!

I believe they are only aluminum on the RS5.