{"product_id":"multifunction-steering-wheel-replacement-buttons-for-audi-a3-s3-rs3-8v-2013-to-2020","title":"Multifunction Steering Wheel Replacement Buttons For Audi A3 S3 RS3 8V - 2013 to 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eReplace the \u003cstrong\u003eworn steering wheel switch modules\u003c\/strong\u003e on your \u003cstrong\u003eAudi A3, S3, or RS3 8V\u003c\/strong\u003e (2013–2020) with these \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete plug-and-play units\u003c\/strong\u003e that include fresh \u003cstrong\u003ebutton surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e, new \u003cstrong\u003eswitch electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e, rebuilt \u003cstrong\u003escroll wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the original \u003cstrong\u003eharness connector\u003c\/strong\u003e — everything needed to restore full steering wheel functionality in a single swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8V generation was the first A3 to put the \u003cstrong\u003eentire infotainment interface\u003c\/strong\u003e onto the steering wheel spokes. \u003cstrong\u003eMMI control\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecruise settings\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ephone management\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eaudio\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etrip computer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003evoice activation\u003c\/strong\u003e all run through two compact modules that take hundreds of inputs per week. Seven to twelve years into the 8V lifecycle, the modules are reaching the end of their operational lifespan across the board — \u003cstrong\u003ebuttons that no longer click\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003escroll wheels that jump or stick\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003esurfaces that look like they belong in a car twice the age\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit addresses all of it at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to \u003ca title=\"Interior Car Parts \u0026amp; Accessories\" href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/interior-car-parts-accessories\"\u003eupgrade the interior\u003c\/a\u003e of your car? Also visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/performance-parts-for-audi\" title=\"Audi section\"\u003eAudi section\u003c\/a\u003e of our aftermarket parts shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Audi Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudi A3 Sportback (8V) – 2013 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudi A3 Sedan (8V) – 2013 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudi A3 Cabriolet (8V) – 2014 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudi S3 (8V) – 2013 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudi RS3 Sportback (8V) – 2015 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudi RS3 Sedan (8V) – 2017 to 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFits both \u003cstrong\u003epre-facelift (2013–2016)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003efacelift (2016–2020)\u003c\/strong\u003e models across \u003cstrong\u003eSportback, Sedan, and Cabriolet\u003c\/strong\u003e body styles. The 8V \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel switch module\u003c\/strong\u003e is consistent across the range. Verify your \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel type\u003c\/strong\u003e against the product images before ordering — module layout differs between the \u003cstrong\u003estandard multifunction wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eflat-bottom S line \/ RS wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the A3 Hits This Failure Point Earlier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe A3 occupies a unique position in the Audi lineup. It is compact enough to serve as a \u003cstrong\u003ecity car\u003c\/strong\u003e but refined enough to cover \u003cstrong\u003elong motorway commutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. That dual role means the \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel controls\u003c\/strong\u003e accumulate input cycles at a rate that neither a pure urban runabout nor a dedicated highway cruiser would match alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort urban trips\u003c\/strong\u003e generate constant \u003cstrong\u003evolume adjustments\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ephone pickups\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003enavigation scrolling\u003c\/strong\u003e through congested streets. \u003cstrong\u003eMotorway stints\u003c\/strong\u003e add \u003cstrong\u003ecruise control activation\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003espeed adjustments\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003efollowing distance changes\u003c\/strong\u003e across every junction. The modules rarely get a break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn \u003cstrong\u003eS3 and RS3\u003c\/strong\u003e models, the pattern intensifies. Owners who selected the performance variant tend to drive more, drive harder, and interact with \u003cstrong\u003edrive mode toggles\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elap timer functions\u003c\/strong\u003e on top of the standard inputs. The \u003cstrong\u003eswitch contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e reach fatigue sooner, and the \u003cstrong\u003ebutton surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e show the mileage long before the rest of the interior does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeyond Surface Wear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ecap-only replacement kit\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes what you can see — the \u003cstrong\u003eglossy, worn-through button faces\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003efaded pictograms\u003c\/strong\u003e. What it cannot fix is what you feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderneath those caps, the \u003cstrong\u003edome switch contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e have been compressed tens of thousands of times. They lose their \u003cstrong\u003esnap response\u003c\/strong\u003e progressively — the click gets softer, then mushy, then disappears entirely. The \u003cstrong\u003erotary encoder\u003c\/strong\u003e inside the scroll wheel develops \u003cstrong\u003eflat spots\u003c\/strong\u003e where it produces no signal, then overcorrects by \u003cstrong\u003ejumping two or three positions\u003c\/strong\u003e on the next rotation. \u003cstrong\u003eCruise control inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e become unreliable precisely when the driver needs them to be instantaneous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew caps on exhausted electronics is a repair that looks correct from the outside but continues to malfunction the moment you press anything. This module replaces \u003cstrong\u003eevery electrical and mechanical component\u003c\/strong\u003e at once, so the repair is complete from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach unit is a \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete steering wheel switch module\u003c\/strong\u003e containing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew button caps and rocker pads\u003c\/strong\u003e with intact satin coating and high-contrast icon markings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh dome switch contacts\u003c\/strong\u003e with defined tactile click on every activation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRebuilt scroll wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e with clean detent steps and full knurled surface grip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFactory-format plug connector\u003c\/strong\u003e that seats directly into the 8V steering wheel harness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete electromechanical assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a surface-only kit. It clips onto the steering wheel spoke as a single unit and functions the moment the connector is plugged in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original \u003cstrong\u003eswitch module\u003c\/strong\u003e attaches to each \u003cstrong\u003esteering wheel spoke\u003c\/strong\u003e via \u003cstrong\u003esnap-fit clips\u003c\/strong\u003e and a single \u003cstrong\u003eplug connector\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePress the \u003cstrong\u003erelease tabs\u003c\/strong\u003e on the old module and slide it off the spoke. Pull the \u003cstrong\u003eharness plug\u003c\/strong\u003e straight out from the back of the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the \u003cstrong\u003enew module's plug\u003c\/strong\u003e into the same harness socket. Position the module on the spoke and press down until every clip engages securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo airbag removal\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eNo steering column work\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eNo VCDS adaptation\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eno gateway coding\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eno dealer appointment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth modules are swapped in under \u003cstrong\u003e20 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Kit Is Worth It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete module replacement for the Audi A3, S3, and RS3 (8V)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Sportback, Sedan, and Cabriolet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces exhausted electronics and worn surfaces together\u003c\/strong\u003e in one operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEliminates scroll wheel flat spots\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emushy button response\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ephantom inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect plug-in connector\u003c\/strong\u003e with no wiring modification or signal adaptation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo airbag handling\u003c\/strong\u003e, no software changes, and \u003cstrong\u003eno specialist equipment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDramatically cheaper\u003c\/strong\u003e than the equivalent module through an \u003cstrong\u003eAudi dealer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/performance-parts-for-audi\" title=\"Audi Parts and Accessories\"\u003eparts and accessories for Audi\u003c\/a\u003e, browse our full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/replacement-buttons\" title=\"Replacement Buttons\"\u003ereplacement interior buttons and controls\u003c\/a\u003e, and discover more in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/collections\/interior-trims\" title=\"Interior Trims\"\u003einterior trims collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Euro Premium Parts","offers":[{"title":"Silver trim - Model A","offer_id":63421726818634,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black trim - Model A","offer_id":63421726851402,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver trim - Model B","offer_id":63421726884170,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black trim - Model B","offer_id":63421726916938,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver trim - Model C (With Heated Steering Wheel)","offer_id":63421726949706,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver trim - Model D","offer_id":63421754736970,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black trim - Model D","offer_id":63421754769738,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver trim - Model E","offer_id":63421754802506,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black trim - Model E","offer_id":63421754835274,"sku":null,"price":134.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/8814\/1364\/files\/audia4b9steeringwheelbuttons_14.jpg?v=1788528015","url":"https:\/\/europremiumparts.com\/nl-nl\/products\/multifunction-steering-wheel-replacement-buttons-for-audi-a3-s3-rs3-8v-2013-to-2020","provider":"Euro Premium Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}