{"product_id":"5j0-853-573-genuine-vw-audi-wheel-arch-molding-clip","title":"5J0-853-573 Genuine VW\/Audi Wheel Arch Molding Clip","description":"\u003cp\u003eGenuine VW\/Audi 5J0-853-573 is an individual retaining clip for the assigned wheel-arch molding attachment. It renews a missing or damaged clip during original exterior-trim service on the confirmed Audi configurations below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical details and what is included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory number: 5J0-853-573 \/ 5J0853573.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponent: wheel-arch molding retaining clip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity supplied: one individual clip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original archive photo shows the black clip's retaining head and stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe exact attachment point must specify this clip number; adjacent grommets and other retaining clips are separate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal dealer information identifies this clip as hardware that cannot be reused or reinstalled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplacement quantity for the confirmed Q3 repair\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAudi's original front wheel-arch trim service bulletin identifies 5J0853573 for 2019–2024 Q3 models. That repair calls for nine clips per affected front wheel-arch molding and renewal of all clips on that molding. This listing supplies one clip, so order the quantity required for the work being performed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe clip supports correct molding retention at the assigned attachment point. It does not replace the wheel-arch molding, inner wheelhouse liner, body panel or another style of trim retainer. Match the installed molding and receiving attachment arrangement before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon reasons to replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original clip is missing or broken.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA retaining element has been damaged during molding removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe correct fresh clips are required when reinstalling the original wheel-arch trim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection confirms a damaged retaining connection at an assigned molding point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA visible gap can also result from incomplete seating or damaged trim or receiving points. For the confirmed Q3 bulletin repair, the original procedure addresses the clips on the affected molding. Inspect the trim and body attachment points before deciding which components need replacement; a new clip alone does not repair a cracked molding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVehicle fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the vehicle and original trim restrictions below. Clip quantities and attachment points vary between models. The Q3 front-molding service assignment does not establish that every clip elsewhere on the vehicle is the same part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication restrictions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi Q3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2019–2024\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbocharged gasoline inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF3 SUV; quattro; original front wheel-arch trim; 8-speed Tiptronic automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal front wheel-arch molding clip assignment in Audi TSB 2067881\/3. Bulletin specifies nine clips per affected front molding. This listing supplies one clip. Excludes overseas Q3 Sportback \/ RS Q3 configurations.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi Q5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0L turbocharged gasoline inline-four\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFY SUV; quattro; original wheel-arch molding; 7-speed S tronic DSG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOriginal outer wheel-arch molding clip point assigned 5J0853573. Match installed molding and clip position; other retainers and grommets are separate parts.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAudi SQ5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0L turbocharged gasoline V6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFY SUV; quattro; original wheel-arch molding; 8-speed Tiptronic automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAssigned outer wheel-arch molding clip. Confirm original molding and clip point; excludes other inner retaining clips and separate molding grommets.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation and service guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFollow the factory molding-removal procedure and use the appropriate trim tools to protect the painted surfaces. Support the molding while releasing its retainers, remove damaged pieces from the receiving points and inspect the attachment arrangement before fitting fresh clips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall each clip in the required orientation and align the molding before engaging it. Confirm that the retention elements seat completely at the body surface rather than stopping with a gap. Avoid forcing the molding against a misaligned or damaged receiving point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor the applicable Q3 front-molding repair, follow the model-specific service procedure and required clip quantity. Check the finished trim for secure, even seating. This listing supplies one clip; moldings, grommets, cleaning products and other hardware are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Genuine VW\/Audi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48035169861809,"sku":"5J0-853-573","price":5.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/1379\/3201\/files\/5j0-853-573-genuine-vw-audi-1.jpg?v=1792007795","url":"https:\/\/hstuning.com\/products\/5j0-853-573-genuine-vw-audi-wheel-arch-molding-clip","provider":"HS Tuning ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}