Audi Rear Window Sunshield, Power Retrofit, Manual Sunshades or Tinting?
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<center><img src="http://www.audi-collection.com/prod_images/4F5064360_zm.jpg"></center><p>I came across the linked "Audi Rear Window Sunshield" and wondered if anyone knows about it. My A6 doesn't have the side/rear sunshade kit, and my kiddos are baking back there. Does anyone have experience with this accessory and have comments, is there a way to retrofit the power rear-shade (or side-shades), or is there another good option?<ul><li><a href="http://www.audi-collection.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=4F5064360&SKW=AUA6&Cat=car &SubLevel=13&lcat=">Audi Rear Window Sunshield A6</a></li></ul>
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I had the manual rear window sunshield added to my '08 S6. I didn't get the package with the power unit because it came with the solar roof which I didn't want or need (I live in the Seattle area). My dealer packaged it into my deal and I paid about $200 to have the dealer install it. I'll try to remember to take a picture of it and post it.
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I used the best film Formula One offers, (made from Ceramic) and it really looks great and keeps inside temps down. I will also use the rear sunscreen during the hot Florida sun too in the summer, (but not needed).
Just go get your windows tinted. But---- Have it prof. installed and use a high quality film.
Just go get your windows tinted. But---- Have it prof. installed and use a high quality film.
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This is all great information, and I'll check into the tinting as well!
Has anyone done a power rear or side sunshade retrofit?
Has anyone done a power rear or side sunshade retrofit?
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Not withstanding that some folks are taking about quality tinting, does anyone know if professional installation is in fact required for this sunshade retrofit? I had a wiper arm break on me, the dealer sold me a new arm, saying I would need to pay an additional $50 for installation since they would have re-synchronize the wiper system?!?!?!? I chose to disregard them, install it myself, the wiper performed perfectly without re-synchornization... Hence the reason I'm asking.
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This is part of my question. It looks like you can get the manual rear sunshade and, if you can get the parts, you can do a power rear sunshade. If I could get the parts reasonably and there's already some wiring back there for it, it seems like I could install one. Also, for the manual shade, the Audi site notes you might need pro installation too, but I can't be sure.
As a side note, does anyone know the cheapest place to get the genuine parts and how to perhaps identify the parts needed for the power unit?
As a side note, does anyone know the cheapest place to get the genuine parts and how to perhaps identify the parts needed for the power unit?