Audi A3 A5 8T Rear View Mirror Trim Cover Panel Mounting White 8T0857593AB

The Audi A3 A5 8T Rearview Mirror Cover – White Mounting Panel is an original body part designed for installing the rearview mirror in select Audi models. This part provides a stable mounting for the mirror assembly and an aesthetically pleasing finish in a color-coordinated finish.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 8T0857593AB-1
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 8T0857593AB
• Substitutable numbers: 8T0857593AB, 8T0 857 593 AB
• Location on the vehicle: Rear
• Color: White
• Category: Rear View Mirrors

Purpose and function of the element

This Audi A3 A5 8T rearview mirror cover serves as a mounting panel for the rearview mirror, ensuring proper seating and protecting the mirror's structure. This component is part of the rearview mirror system, contributing to safe maneuvering and the comfort of everyday vehicle operation.

As a component of the rearview mirror group, the panel works with the remaining parts of the mirror assembly, ensuring proper cable routing, mounting stability and proper fit with the bodywork.

Construction, colors and fit

The cover was designed as a white body element, allowing for an aesthetic match to the vehicle's paint in a similar tone. Thanks to the factory geometry, the part provides:

• precise fit with the rear part of the body,
• stable support for the mirror structure,
• maintaining factory gaps and stylistic lines.

The location on the vehicle designated as the rear means that the panel forms part of the rear-view mirror system responsible for observing the space behind the vehicle, which is important when parking, reversing and changing lanes.

Brand, origin and condition

The cover is designed for Audi vehicles, ensuring compliance with the brand's factory design standards. The design is consistent with the solutions used in the 8T generation A3 and A5 models, making it easy to match it to a specific body version based on catalog data.

The part is in used condition, meaning it has been dismantled and may show signs of previous use. At the same time, it retains its functionality, allowing for continued use in the vehicle after proper installation. For many users, this represents a reasonable compromise between cost and maintaining the original manufacturer's specifications.

Practical application and installation benefits

Installing a rearview mirror mounting panel in place of a damaged or missing element allows you to:

• restoring full functionality of the rearview mirror,
• reducing vibrations and play of the mirror assembly,
• maintaining a consistent appearance of the body thanks to the matching colors,
• maintaining the factory mounting geometry, which makes it easier to adjust the mirror.

For workshops and individual users, this means the ability to efficiently repair the mirror system without having to use substitutes with an uncertain fit.

Choosing the right Audi rearview mirror

When selecting a cover and mounting panel, it's worth considering compatibility with the specific body style and mirror type used in the vehicle. It's helpful to compare the shape, mounting points, and wiring with the factory-installed component. If in doubt, consult the manufacturer's catalog or a specialized service center.

If you are looking for other Audi rear view mirrors to fit your model, check out our Audi rear view mirrors category, where you will find a wide selection of mounting components and housings.

For drivers interested in a broader perspective on the operation and repair of car components, we recommend the guide article EGR: what is it and why you should consider used EGR valves , which shows how to consciously approach the selection of used components in modern vehicles.