Audi Front Bumper Removal DIY on Audi S3

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My fellow Audi Fanatics, VW Fanatics, and MQB chassis owners, I welcome you to my channel for another DIY!
Today, I will be showing you how to removal the front bumper off an Audi S3. Even though this video was performed on the S3 8V platform, the removal processes is applicable to many other Audi and VWs. The main idea is as following:
- removal screws that hold the top portion of the bumper/grill
- removal screws that hold the inner bumper (access through the wheel well)
- removal screws and panels which hold the lower portion of the bumper
- unclip sensors
- PULL!
With the right tools and at a minimum, a set of jack stands to lift the front end up, you should be able to accomplish this DIY without major issues. If this is your first time, I highly recommend having an extra set of hands and give yourself roughly 2-3hrs.
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Until the next time, this is Peter, The Audi S3 Fanatic!
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@amandapanda733 3 жыл бұрын

So clear and concise. Made my job 10x easier, Peter. Thanks!

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and the support Amanda!

@juanmendoza7164 Жыл бұрын

Mr peter your video thats amazing. How clear you explain make my job easy thanks so much.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic Жыл бұрын

Hello Juan, I am happy to hear that the video helped you complete your project. Cheers!

@deanor77 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos I think are informative and provide good instruction. This will be very helpful when I install an RS3 grill to my S3 in the coming weeks. Perfect time too, to install my Maxton front splitter while the bumper is off.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching an the support deanor77. Your installs will go smoothly, just take your time.

@everybodyhatesnate 4 жыл бұрын

Peter, I was just about to have to pull this to install my lip properly and vinyl my front grill! Thanks for the share, will be using this in just a few weeks!

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

@ Nathan, glad this video will be good reference for you. Just remember to take your time and be careful when you pull the sides out.

@BMWDIYGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Well done buddy!

@Passions 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, very helpful! 👊

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the support!

@stephenwhite8306 2 жыл бұрын

amazing video

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and kind comment. Cheers!

@teiasdenizli4tm605 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you bro. Useful for me

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found this DIY useful!

@dr.doomm.d.ph.d.4486 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial mate. That said, you absolutely don't have to remove the bumper. Simply unscrew the front half of the fender liner (or remove the whole thing if you want), fold it back, and you've got direct access to the bulb access cap. Easily half the time of removing the bumper. Highly recommended.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Adam, this is a GREAT tip to help others who need to replace their bulbs. Thanks for sharing.

@rodd7330 4 жыл бұрын

Hi peter, great tutorial thx. Could you just clear up one thing for me, is it really necessary to remove the boost hoses to get the bumper off?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

Hey rodd73, no, it is NOT a requirement. Sorry for the confusion.

@syedshah4259 3 жыл бұрын

Nice one Peter! One to help you provide more clarity in your videos, the aim is not to criticise but to improve your future content; the screws you keep referring to as star type are actually torx screws (6 sides). Star screws only have 5 sides and the inside of the head looks like a star.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Syed, no offense taken at all. When I am filming my videos, I tend to get lost for words. Perhaps I should put together a bloopers video. Then you'll see that I call screws all sorts of things. LOL. Thanks for the suggestion and support!

@MORBIDDEAL 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic how to!!

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind comment Christian, it's really not that tough to complete.

@MORBIDDEAL 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAutomotiveFanatic Complete enough for the mechanically inclined to figure out any other little things that may pop up I think.

@amandapanda733 3 жыл бұрын

Aaaaaaand SUBSCRIBED!

@hvysouldg 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Peter! I'm looking to order an Rs3 honeycomb grill for my A3. Any suggestions on who to get it from? I'd like to get it myself because the shops here in Chicago charge heavy to get it in shop. Thanks!

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

You can trying contacting Winn Autosports or EMD. Local Audi guys seem to like those two company products.

@maxfrojd7774 3 жыл бұрын

Hello Peter! Is it the same process on the standard A3 8v instead of the S3?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Max, the process is the same for the 8V A3.

@LSjitsu 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry this is off topic my friend . I am looking at buying a injen intake for my S3 . I have read there is water drainage issues. Did you have any of these problems? If so, how did you resolve them. I like this unit and think it’s one of the best for the S3. I live where there is snow and a lot of precipitation yearly. Cheers

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

Lee, for as long as I owned the Injen, I had no issues with water drainage. Even when I lived in Seattle where there's more moisture, I did not have issues.

@386vwade 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have to take the wheels off to get the front bar off? Thanks 🙏

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

386vwade, no, you can still access the liner screws with the wheels on when removing the bumper. You just have more room to work with when the wheels are off.

@oibrahimo1689 4 жыл бұрын

Hello sir, do you think is possible to change a a3 8v prefacelift bumper to and rs3 front bumper facelift one ?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

Hello there, yes, it's possible to retro the 8V FL onto the PFL chassis. I had a client who recently performed this. I will warn you though, it's expensive, will require *slight* modification, and will need to be coded.

@swapnilnaresh2943 3 жыл бұрын

Hello sir I have Audi A3 8v halogen headlight on my car, but I want to replace them with s3 matrix headlight, so what coding and wiring require?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Swapnil, unfortunately, I do not know the coding for a matrix headlight retrofit. I know it can be done, just do not have experience with it.

@ralfish 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the support!

@BistroGlicerin3 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the share... 🤟💀

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Mart! More to come in the future.

@zs9458 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Peter. Have you ever noticed a sizzling kind of noise in the engine bay back near the turbo after driving and turning the engine off? I have an 2016 S3 and recently I’ve noticed it but cannot figure out what it is. It seems to stop as soon as the I’m assuming CAN bus finally shuts down.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

@ Z S, yes, I hear that buzz every time I shut my car off. As you stated, once the CANBUS system completely shuts down, that buzzing/sizzling goes away. It's completely normal. Even my wife's BMW does this.

@zs9458 4 жыл бұрын

The Audi S3 Fanatic sounds good. Thanks for the peace of mind!

@dansmith9284 2 жыл бұрын

This should make my day a lot easier I have the a3 8v and need to take my bumper off to do the headlight washer and change the grill to a honeycomb

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

Dan, with the proper tools, this task is not difficult at all! You can do it.

@pascalsabasov9730 3 жыл бұрын

Hello sir,please if you can help with your answer🙏🏻.I have a audi a3 s line 2015 model. I went into a local automechanic servise so they can remove the bumper and install a new grill,I did not pay a lot of attention on everything they did but they said that the bumper will not come off(precisly under the headlights)like it is glued so they discontinued .Do you know what was the problem,maybe they missed some screws I do not know?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

@ Pascal, the bumper should come off. I think the shop forgot to remove the inside screws that hold the bumper in place. Check out my video again around 2:10. There will be a few bolts which need to be removed.

@madraruax4563 3 жыл бұрын

Any tips for undoing the clips on the old grill?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

You will need a thin flat-head screwdriver to pop out the clips. Take your time and be very cautious as the clips break easy. Go one by one and slowly pull until the entire grill separates.

@harddiillion 4 жыл бұрын

Great video - having some issues now realigning the bumper back into the car - I seem to be left with a gap under the headlights - are you able to share the technique of how re apply the bumper back onto the car ? It is driving me mad ! Thank you !

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry for the late reply Rao30. You're probably having gap between your headlights because the edge of the bumper is not flush with the front fender. When you put the bumper on, first make sure it fits properly with the front grill. Then loosely install the bumper/grill bolts. Then work on the edges and make sure they are aligned and flush with the fender. This should make everything align up well. Give it a try!

@harddiillion 4 жыл бұрын

The Audi S3 Fanatic I have tried this and got closer but still not flush. I have taken both headlights out the car to upgrade the bulbs - how do u make sure the headlights are flush and connected properly as I am now concerned it is due to the headlights not sitting correctly ?!? I have lined up the headlights flush with the corner as well as ensuring all bolts are in line - arghhhhh

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

@@harddiillion, Ok, try again. Remove the headlights and make sure, nothing is impeding the placement. Double check bolts are correct, etc. Then do what I recommend and start at the center, work your way towards the edge. Any change you can post a photo online?

@user-jz1pk6ui5g 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter ，我的Audi s3 右侧大灯下方的边网内侧靠着一根黑色的管子，这正常吗？好像是清洗液水管，是不是卡扣松了？

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry, I cannot read Chinese.

@conan9935 3 жыл бұрын

how much does it cost if i change fender for my s3 in a body shop

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Conan, the cost will vary depending on your location.

@j1ndz 4 жыл бұрын

Just noticed you don't have headlight washers and the plumbing related to it. Had to disconnect the hose and drain the wiper fluid on mine.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

@ David, I do have the washers and did end up draining my fluids.

@jinetix 4 жыл бұрын

The Audi S3 Fanatic Must’ve skimmed past that part!

@MrAlexH9121 3 жыл бұрын

So I'm gonna change my D3S xenon bulbs, can i just remove the inner fender to access them?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

MrAlexH, honestly, I don't know. My S3 had the LED headlights so I never had to replace them.

@MrAlexH9121 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAutomotiveFanatic Har to remove the bumper, wasn't so easy i can tell you that but managed to do it in the end 😁

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrAlexH9121 glad you figured it out.

@bryanpesadi144 4 ай бұрын

Would an a3 2016 be the same???

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 4 ай бұрын

Yes, it would be.

@thecockpitperspective6364 3 жыл бұрын

Hey peter! Quick question, do you think this is something the average joe shmoe could do? I’m not inclined with automotive work but the shop who said they’d install it wants almost $300...

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

@Blackquattro S3, if you're asking about the removal of the bumper, IMHO, if you use/have the right tools, take your time, and have a 2nd set of hands to help you, YES, you can totally do this. It truly is not difficult at all.

@thecockpitperspective6364 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheAutomotiveFanatic i’m sorry, I forgot to mention I was planning to do a honeycomb grille install! obviously I think the removal of the bumper is the most complicated part of the process

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

@@thecockpitperspective6364, the toughest part about removing the bumper, is getting access to the very most forward screws inside the wheel liner. Watch my video a couple of times to prepare yourself. Again, it's not a difficult process at all!

@Perc-jp2tt 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks dad

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome by child.

@AlexPaimus 10 ай бұрын

I have an Audi A3 and wanted to see how you installed it back. I took it off but I’m having a hard time installing back.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 10 ай бұрын

What challenges are you facing? Post up so I can make some recommendations.

@AlexPaimus 10 ай бұрын

I dont know how to connect the plastic tabs to the slot attached to the car.@@TheAutomotiveFanatic

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 10 ай бұрын

@@AlexPaimus there are a few plastic tabs. Can you tell me which ones? Are they the ones inside of the bumper or are they the ones on the top upper grill, etc...

@AlexPaimus 10 ай бұрын

its the ones on the sides@@TheAutomotiveFanatic

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 10 ай бұрын

@@AlexPaimus The first thing I would recommend, install the bumper and usel two of the screws that hold the bumper to the grill. DO NOT tighten them, just loosely screw them in as it gives support to holding the bumper up. From there, slide the bumper in one side at a time. If you take a look at 7:09, you'll see the protrusions from the bumper that need to slide inside the rail.

@naughtiusmaximus830 2 жыл бұрын

All this to change the headlight bulb?

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

If you have the halogen bulbs, I believe you can access them from the engine bay.

@naughtiusmaximus830 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheAutomotiveFanatic Xenon.

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 2 жыл бұрын

@@naughtiusmaximus830 Unfortunately yes, you have to remove the bumper.

@rickvanzijl 3 жыл бұрын

replacing a XENON bulb in an audi a3 type 8v without taking the bumper off 1 You remove the front wheels 2 Then you take out the plastick inner mudguards And then you will see that you can reach it. Good luck

@TheAutomotiveFanatic 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight Rick. My S3 had the LED setup so I never needed to change anything.