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I was recently side swiped on my 2012 A6 3.0T which damaged the driver side lane assist mirror. Shortly after I get a warning on the dash stating "Stabilization Program: Fault!" As I'm trying to drive the steering wheel is far from being aligned with the wheels and as I turn I hear one of the tires sort of dragging, So I decided not to drive further. Anyone know what the issue is? I've attached photos of the damage.
Also, if anyone is selling a used driver side mirror, and housing I will gladly buy it from you. as the cost of a new one is ridiculous.
Sucks. Unfortunately they damaged more than just the mirror. Since they struck the side of the fender there they must have hit that front tire too and it is surely out of alignment/bent steering or control arms. Take it to a shop...no question about it...
Sorry.
Thanks for the responses everyone, Currently getting it reviewed by Insurance. I looked from the front of the car and it looks like the left wheel that may have been hit is surely leaning. After side swipe, With steering wheel in normal position left wheel is leaning inward. (What do you think is broken?)
I've been researching replacement parts for the cosmetic damage because my insurance is taking forever to approve the repairs so I'm preparing myself to pay out of pocket.
So far I have removed the driver side mirror glass and casing. Does anyone know how to remove the motor from the actual door itself. I've circled the area in which I'm not sure how to remove. Any help would be great.
Also if you know anyone who has a used driver side mirror with heat, power folding and lane assist that would be great!
Actually wondering if I could just get the part that snapped welded because the motor works fine.
Pictures attached.
The snapped part that causes the mirror motor to hang. Anyone think this metal bracket could be welded? Would save me a lot of money since everything still works
Need to find instructions on how to remove the base from the door.
Update: My Steering rack failed which caused the stabilization fault.
Insurance denied my claim so I had to pay out of pocket and with nearly 150k miles on the car I didnt want to spend too much.
Ended up paying $3,100 total. Used steering rack with warranty was about $750, two new control arms and an alignment.
Car is back in driving condition, just need body work and replacement heated mirror for the cracked one.
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Stabilization Program: Fault!
