Audi A5 8T Outer Wing Mirror Power Fold Left N/S Side Brilliant Black - Y9B

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi A5 8T Outer Wing Mirror Power Fold Left N/S Side Brilliant Black - Y9B is an original body component designed for precise installation on the driver's side. This used component from the Outer Wing Mirrors category ensures a factory fit, maintaining the correct geometry, aesthetics, and functionality of the mirror system in the Audi A5 8T.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: RHD-8T8857409K-BBL
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8T8857409K
• Substitutable numbers: 8T8857409K, 8T8 857 409 K
• Location on the vehicle: Left
• Part type: Standard Mirror Assembly
• Color: Brilliant Black Metallic - Y9B
• Category: Mirror Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

This left outer wing mirror has been designed specifically for the Audi A5 8T generation, taking into account the dimensions, viewing angles, and body characteristics of this model. Mounted on the driver's side, it is responsible for proper side and rear visibility, which has a direct impact on maneuvering safety, lane changing, and parking.

The component belongs to the Audi Outer Wing Mirrors group, ensuring stylistic consistency with the body line and the manufacturer's factory aerodynamic solutions.

Color and finish Brilliant Black Metallic Y9B

The Brilliant Black Metallic – Y9B paint is a characteristic metallic finish used by Audi, which allows for an aesthetic match of the mirror to the bodywork in the same color code. The metallic structure of the coating improves the visual consistency of the vehicle, reduces the need for additional painting, and facilitates the quick replacement of a damaged component.

For owners of an Audi A5 8T in this body color, using the Audi A5 8T Outer Wing Mirror Power Fold Left N/S Side Brilliant Black - Y9B means:

• maintaining a uniform stylistic line on the driver's side,
• reducing shade differences between the new and existing paint,
• shorter vehicle preparation time after body and paint repairs.

Electric folding and utility aspects

The mirror is equipped with an electric folding function, which increases the convenience of daily use of the Audi A5 8T in urban conditions and in tight parking spaces. Remote folding reduces the risk of accidental damage to the housing by other vehicles or pedestrians and makes maneuvering in narrow spaces easier.

Key benefits of using a mirror with electric folding include:

• the ability to quickly fold it from the cabin,
• better protection against mechanical damage while parked,
• maintaining factory integration with the vehicle's electrical system.

Installation characteristics and fitment

As an original Audi component, the mirror is structurally prepared for installation at the factory mounting points on the left side of the body. This means maintaining the correct position relative to the door, pillar, and window, as well as compatibility with the electrical harness provided by the manufacturer.

When replacing a damaged mirror in an Audi A5 8T, using an original component allows you to:

• maintain the correct field of view geometry,
• ensure compliance with the vehicle's control systems,
• minimize installation time thanks to factory mounting points.

Use in repairs and upgrades

The used left outer wing mirror with electric folding is suitable both for standard replacement after a collision and for vehicle upgrades, when the owner wants to equip the Audi A5 8T with the mirror folding function. Choosing an original component with the preserved paint code is particularly beneficial for repairs where time and the reduction of additional painting work are important.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the side body area in your Audi and need other components from the same group, such as housings, glass inserts, or complete sets with arms, check the available parts in the Audi Outer Wing Mirrors category.

Additional information and technical support

When selecting an outer wing mirror for the Audi A5 8T, it is crucial to pay attention to the mounting side, control type, and color compatibility with the bodywork. In case of doubts regarding equipment configuration or planned body system modifications, it is worth using additional technical materials and guides.

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