Audi Q5 FY Wheel Arch Cover Front Left N/S Trim Strip Navarra Blue - X5H

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Audi Q5 FY Wheel Arch Cover Front Left N/S Trim Strip Navarra Blue is an original body trim component designed for installation on the front left wheel arch. Thanks to its precise fit to the body lines and factory Navarra Blue Metallic – X5H paint, this trim strip allows you to restore the vehicle's cohesive appearance after damage or modifications. It is a practical solution for users who expect an aesthetically pleasing and technically correct addition to the factory body package.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 80A853717F-NAB
• Mark: Audi
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 80A853717F
• Substitutable numbers: 80A853717F, 80A 853 717 F
• Location on the vehicle: Front, Left
• Color: Navarra Blue Metallic - X5H
• Category: Body Mouldings & Trims

Purpose and function of the component

The described Audi Q5 FY Wheel Arch Cover Front Left N/S Trim Strip belongs to a group of body components responsible for protecting the fender edge and providing an aesthetic finish to the wheel arch contour. Mounted in the front left wheel area, it complements the factory trim set and helps reduce minor paint damage in the wheel arch region caused by suspension movement and contact with road debris.

The component is designed for installation in a specific location on the vehicle, which facilitates part selection and minimizes the risk of fitment issues. By maintaining the original geometry, the trim strip works in harmony with adjacent body panels, such as the bumper, fender, and other wheel covers.

Exterior appearance and color

The trim strip is factory-finished in Navarra Blue Metallic – X5H, characteristic of newer Audi models. The metallic paint coating ensures consistency with the original body paint, which is particularly important for post-accident repairs or replacing individual components. Using the correct paint code reduces the need for additional painting and makes it easier to achieve a uniform visual surface.

The color scheme, selected according to the manufacturer's specifications, helps maintain the vehicle's factory character, while the properly profiled surface of the trim strip emphasizes the wheel arch line and gives the body a cohesive, orderly look.

Installation characteristics

The wheel arch trim strip has been designed as a component dedicated to a specific model and position on the vehicle, which translates into a predictable installation process. The appropriate shaping of the edges and mounting points allows for correct seating on the front left wheel arch, while maintaining the gaps and lines characteristic of the Audi Q5 FY body.

During installation, it is recommended to pay attention to the condition of the body mounts and the correct positioning of the trim strip relative to adjacent components to maintain line continuity and avoid material stress. A correctly installed trim strip helps protect the fender edge from minor mechanical damage.

Practical application and benefits

A used wheel arch trim strip in the original color is a solution particularly useful in situations where it is necessary to replace a single component after a collision, parking scrape, or local body and paint repair. Using an original part from the Protective and decorative trim group allows you to maintain the visual consistency of the body and proper fitment with other components.

The main benefits of using this component include:

• restoring the factory look of the front left wheel arch,
• maintaining the original body line of the Audi Q5 FY,
• reducing the risk of chips and scratches on the fender edge,
• color matching capability thanks to the factory Navarra Blue Metallic paint.

Expanding your Audi body configuration

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the wheel arch area and the lower parts of your Audi's body and need other components from the same group, such as covers, overlays, or additional trim strips, check out the available parts in the Audi protective and decorative trim category.

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