Retrofit folding mirrors and illuminated reflectors - Step 1: Gathering the equipment

Step 1: Gathering the equipment

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

  • Lever with folding choice. Part Number: 1K0 959 565 J.
    P1020640-sm  P1020639-sm
  • Folding mirrors (driver and co-driver). Part Numbers: 1Q1 857 501 BB 01S και 1Q1 857 507.
    P1020647-sm  P1020750sm
  • Controllers with windows motors (driver and co-driver) with production date 2008+ (optional). Part Numbers: 1Q0 959 701 F and 1Q0 959 702 F.
    P1020644-sm  P1020645-sm
  • Pair of illuminated reflectors. You can find them ready with the wiring. Part Number: 1K0 947 411 A.
    P1020689-sm
  • 2 vw cables with part number 000 979 018.
    RepairWire000979018
  • At least 2 plastic door clips. Part number: 6Q0 868 243.
    P1020709-sm

The most economical - wise solution is to buy the ebay package for the reclining mirrors in the form of a package, as the maximum price they sell is 500 € with the transport and for each component to get separately from the dealership you need at least 350 Euros for each (except the button of course).

ESSENTIAL TOOLS

  • Cartridge with magnetic screwdriver and various types and sizes of accessories.
    P1020741sm
  • Trim Removers
    trim-removers
  • Cutter.
    P1020713-sm
  • Tyre ups of various sizes.
    P1020715-sm
  • Soldering iron with solder (optional).
  • Insulating Tape.
  • Laptop having VCDS software pre-installed along with a special Vag-Com cable.

NOTICE

You must gather all the equipment - tools and read this DIY guide before you begin this project.

This DIY is specifically made for VW EOS cars. The equipment, cable harness and/or connections may be differect in your car.

We will not be held responsible for any damage which may happen to your car by following this guide.