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  • Trunk latch/lock — diagnosis and replacement — Symptom — trunk won't lock when the alarm is armed, but opens fine by button while armed: first try wiggling the latch's small mechanical "flag" lever — sometimes it… (151 sources)
  • Trunk lid gas struts — replacement and fitment — Trunk lid support gas struts are easy to replace as a DIY job. New struts should be "primed" by pressing on them several times before installation to activate/charge… (122 sources)
  • Side mirror assembly — folding motor failure — Part number and pricing: left mirror part number 5CA16918XE1, listed on kitparts.ru. A full replacement mirror is expensive — a new complete mirror costs around 20,000… (99 sources)
  • Windshield replacement — seal and sealant sourcing — Windshield replacement requires a rubber seal. According to a body shop consulted by an owner, the seal is not model-specific — a generic seal can be used . Standard… (99 sources)
  • Trunk chrome trim — clips and water sealing — Rear window trim clip removal technique: to remove the rear window trim (the plastic accumulation strip along the glass edge): pry down from the top clips first — the… (84 sources)
  • Windshield washer nozzle types — Two nozzle types are used for the washer system: (1) fan-type (веерные) — spray spreads and disperses easily but is less effective at highway speed due to wind pressure;… (84 sources)
  • Door check strap/limiter — sourcing — Reported issue: the driver's door does not hold/stay in an open position (no working check strap/limiter). A door limiter/strap is available from KitParts (kitparts.ru),… (77 sources)
  • Splash guards / mud flaps — fitment — Factory mud guards (подкрылки) are smooth plastic without integrated clip holes. Aftermarket splash guards (брызговики) typically mount via clips through existing holes… (72 sources)
  • Wiper system — normal behavior and malfunctions — Rear wiper clicking is normal: the rear wiper produces a clicking/ticking sound when activated. This is the normal electromagnetic switching action of the rear wiper… (64 sources)
  • Body galvanization and panel corrosion — Galvanization is not uniform across the body: doors and hood are galvanized (zinc-coated, "цинк") on the X80, confirmed by multiple owners . The tailgate/trunk lid… (59 sources)
  • Aftermarket door handle covers — fitting and gluing — Aftermarket door-handle covers from Chinese sellers (e.g. AliExpress) usually need fitting work: (1) inspect the piece — the plastic is hard/rigid; (2) file/sand the… (54 sources)
  • Door panel — removal, tweeters, and water drainage — Removal procedure: (1) remove the door-handle overlay trim (it hides screws); (2) carefully pop the panel from the bottom, unsnapping the plastic clips — these… (50 sources)
  • Door and wheel-arch molding clips — General clip replacement procedure: door molding ("накладка") clips are replaceable without full door-card removal. Procedure: (1) carefully pry/remove the molding —… (48 sources)
  • Paint color codes — location and known values — The car's paint color code is located on the door jamb or the driver-side pillar specification plate. Color shops use this code to mix matching paint for repairs . (44 sources)
  • Hood — part number and flutter fix — Part number and sourcing: the hood part number is 5CA152310-M3 for the FAW Besturn X80F (restyling model). Available from kitparts.ru at approximately 51,837 RUB as of… (41 sources)
  • Trunk lid struts — part numbers and alternative — Symptom: the trunk lid stays become weak or stop holding the lid open. (41 sources)
  • Front fender molding — part number and clips — Part number: the front-left fender molding part number is 5CA15004502 (for the NEW/restyle X80), available from multiple online retailers including kitzapchasti.ru,… (35 sources)
  • Custom X80 emblem/badge — sourcing and installation — A custom X80 emblem/badge design is a popular personalization item among owners. Sourcing options: (1) locally, from craftsman Nikita Sergutsky in Omsk (contact via… (32 sources)
  • Door replacement — cost and fitment issues — Door replacement cost in Russian shops: a complete door replacement (new door + paint + labor) costs approximately 60,000 RUB in Russian body shops (October 2025).… (26 sources)
  • Tow hitch — certification status and installation — The X80 owner's manual states towing is NOT RECOMMENDED (not explicitly prohibited). The car is not certified for trailer use per the manufacturer's ID plate — the… (26 sources)
  • Hood edge molding/trim — part numbers and availability — The hood edge molding/trim (капота молдинг) — the black plastic strip that runs along the hood's front edge — has genuine FAW Besturn X80 part number 5CA050750A09 . It… (25 sources)
  • Front bumper — part numbers and pricing (restyle) — The complete front bumper assembly for the restyle X80 consists of multiple components: (23 sources)
  • Radiator grille — pricing and fitment — Restyle (facelift) grille pricing: an X80 restyle radiator grille costs approximately 12,000 RUB (RU market, January 2026) . (23 sources)
  • License plate frame — correct orientation for alignment — The license-plate mounting bracket is often installed upside-down from the factory, positioning the plate lower than intended with a black trim piece visible above it.… (20 sources)
  • Door squeaks and creaks — hinges and boot cover fixes — Door hinges: doors creak/squeak when opening. Fix: (1) clean the hinge with WD-40 to remove moisture and corrosion; (2) apply a proper lubricant — silicone grease works… (19 sources)
  • Lower sill protectors — removal and clips — Lower sill protectors on the X80 can be removed for cleaning/inspection. Attachment: (1) clips along the sides of the sill — Mazda-compatible replacement clips are… (19 sources)
  • Trailer hitch installation cost and legal status — Trailer hitch cost: 8,600–9,500 RUB (via Ozon; RU market, July 2025) . Wiring harness with control module: 1,800 RUB (RU market, July 2025) . Professional installation… (19 sources)
  • Wiper blades — service mode and sizing — Service mode (pre-facelift only). To replace wiper blades on pre-facelift X80s, the wipers must be parked mid-stroke so they clear the hood/cowl edge: turn off ignition… (18 sources)
  • Rustproofing materials — Pushsalo vs. Movil — Pushsalo (пушсало): does not fully harden/cure — stays soft/tacky indefinitely. Consequence: attracts and accumulates dust, which eventually falls off, and the coating… (17 sources)
  • Electric trunk opener — compatibility and pricing — Several owners investigated adding a power/electric trunk (tailgate) opener to the X80 in February 2026. Reported price range (RU market, February 2026): 25,000–35,800… (16 sources)
  • Windshield tinting — legal limits (Russia) — In Russia, the legal tint strip on the windshield is a maximum of 14 cm in width, measured from the top edge — this limit applies consistently across the glass area. The… (16 sources)
  • Headlight lens restoration — polishing — X80 headlight lenses are plastic, not glass. Yellowed/fogged lenses can be restored by progressive wet-sanding: (1) 800-grit sandpaper + water; (2) 1000-grit sandpaper;… (15 sources)
  • Roof rack load capacity — rating vs. real use — Factory rating: a dealership told one owner the maximum roof load is 30 kg . This is echoed for crossbars separately, with a factory spec of roughly 50–60 kg for… (15 sources)
  • Trunk lid molding-to-glass gap — factory specification — The normal gap between the trim molding and the glass on the trunk lid is approximately 5 mm (±1 mm). Multiple owners confirmed this is factory specification, not an… (15 sources)
  • Rear bumper trim — replacement process and part pricing — Replacement process: rear bumper damage often involves only the lower trim/overlay rather than the full bumper. Removal: (1) remove two bolts and screws holding the… (14 sources)
  • Wheel-arch liner clips — fragility and sourcing — Fragility warning: the plastic clips and mounting brackets used for the X80's wheel-arch liner (podkrylok) are fragile and prone to breaking during removal. If you plan… (14 sources)
  • Hood-edge rubber seal — fitment issue and rattle — Rubber seals/gaskets at the hood edge (at the fender/wing area, near the hood latch) can shift or fall off, causing a noticeable noise/rattle over bumpy roads and speed… (13 sources)
  • Windshield washer nozzles — universal fan-style upgrade — Universal fan-style ("веерные") washer nozzles — Mazda CX-5-style, inexpensive Ozon upgrade (March 2026): a universal fan-spray washer nozzle upgrade (marketed as… (12 sources)
  • Removing factory badging/letters from bodywork — Three community-reported methods for removing factory badge letters (e.g. model-name lettering) from the bodywork: 1. Heat + peel: heat the letter with a hair dryer or… (11 sources)
  • Headlight assembly — removal and repair — Removal procedure: (1) remove the front bumper (significant disassembly); (2) remove the headlight bracket bolts; (3) unplug the connector. The right-side headlight is… (11 sources)
  • Removing iron-oxide brake-dust spots from paint — Brake dust creates rust-colored iron-oxide particles that land on the paint and "bloom"/stain it from the outside — especially visible on white cars. First-time owners… (11 sources)
  • Collision repair parts pricing — front-left — A community member shared an itemized parts invoice for front-left collision damage repair (Tatarstan, Russia, 2024-12-27): (10 sources)
  • Fuel filler door freezing shut in winter — X80 owners parked outdoors in winter report frequent ice/snow accumulation on the wheel arches and fuel-door area, making the fuel door difficult to open. The issue is… (10 sources)
  • Splashguard/mudguard installation — Aftermarket splashguard/mudguard kits include a metal bracket that attaches to the fender well, secured with self-tapping screws (саморез). (10 sources)
  • Chrome-effect trim oxidation and cleaning — Plastic trim with a chrome-like coating develops brown spots and oxidation over time. Reported solutions, roughly in order of strength: (1) generic glass cleaner works… (9 sources)
  • Front radiator grille — removal and reinstallation — Attachment. The front radiator grille attaches to the bumper with clips at the bottom and self-tapping screws at the top — a mixed fastening method, not clips-only or… (9 sources)
  • Front fender liner — material and durability — OEM front fender liners are felted material, not plastic — durability depends heavily on climate/road salt: FAW X80 front fenders use a felted (fabric-like) OEM liner… (8 sources)
  • Sill and hatch paint blistering — sandblast repair — Symptom: owners report paint blistering ("цветение") on the rear hatch and on the sills (порог), with rust underneath the trim. One owner took the cladding (накладка)… (8 sources)
  • Baggage-compartment and door-trim rust — Baggage-compartment rust — mixed owner reports: multiple owners report rust issues in the X80 baggage-compartment area. One owner (2018 model, white) found rust under… (7 sources)
  • Ceramic coating application for exterior paint — Ceramic coating (typically sold in 30 ml bottles) is applied to the body paint to enhance clarity and add glossiness. One 30 ml bottle is sufficient for a regular sedan,… (7 sources)
  • Electric mirror adjustment — disable methods — Electric mirror adjustment can reportedly be disabled via two methods: (1) remove the battery/connector at the mirror; or (2) disable it through the launcher app by… (7 sources)
  • Hood deflector/visor (мухобойка) — fitment — Hood deflector/visor (мухобойка) geometry differs between pre-facelift (дорестайл) and facelift (рестайлинг) models — facelift versions have different cutout/underside… (7 sources)
  • Side-mirror heating — availability by trim — Heated side mirrors are available on all X80 trim levels, including the base trim — confirmed by an owner with a base ("бомж") model who has working mirror heating .… (7 sources)
  • Window deflector installation — Window deflectors can be installed on the X80 without any special modification . Fit is good on the passenger side, with a tight seam . On the driver side, the deflector… (7 sources)
  • Wiper arm cap and washer reservoir — parts — Wiper arm cap: the front wiper arm cap (заглушка дворника, "крышка") is listed by Emex as part 5CA067395P1; one owner ordered one there for about 350 RUB (RU market, Oct… (7 sources)
  • Door limiter worn bushings cause loose doors — Worn plastic bushings inside the door limiters (ограничители — the arms that stop the door at each open position) cause excessive door movement and a poor closing feel;… (6 sources)
  • Hot zinc coating for panel corrosion treatment — Process. Professional hot zinc coating ("горячее цинкование") removes active corrosion from a body panel and applies a protective zinc-powder coating under high pressure… (6 sources)
  • Trunk floor reinforcement using plywood (DIY) — The factory trunk floor is weak and can sag or crack under load, especially in the area over the spare wheel well — an owner asked the community how others had… (6 sources)
  • Weatherstrip tape — dust and noise reduction — Adhesive weatherstripping tape (3M brand or equivalent, available on OZON) can be applied around door, hood, and trunk perimeters to reduce dust ingress and wind noise.… (5 sources)
  • Plastic bumper repair — hot-air welding — Damaged plastic bumpers (material: PP/ABS/PC/PUR) can be repaired without full replacement. Method: (1) degrease and clean the damage area; (2) cut a V-shaped groove… (5 sources)
  • Sticker removal from glass — no-heat methods — Two effective methods for removing stickers/decals from windshield or other glass without using heat: (1) anti-sticker spray (Антискотч brand) — spray it on and wait a… (5 sources)
  • Trunk lid panel thinness — denting and care — Multiple owners describe the X80's trunk lid sheet metal as thin — one owner compares it to foil ("как из фольги") — and report that it dents inward ("проминается")… (5 sources)
  • Windshield frame edge — chip/rust protection and repair — The windshield frame edge (especially the area above the windshield) is prone to chipping and rust. Two approaches, which can be combined: (5 sources)
  • Fuel filler cap rubber seal — replacement — Failure mode: the rubber sealing gasket on the fuel filler cap can tear from use over time, similar to other rubber seals on the car. (4 sources)
  • Hood flutter at highway speed — adjustment — The hood (капот) can exhibit flutter or a wave-like motion at highway speeds, especially when passing large trucks. This is typically not a serious safety issue but… (4 sources)
  • Chameleon color-shifting paint — rear glass — Chameleon (color-shifting) coating/film can be applied to the X80's rear windows/glass only — front windows must comply with GOST transparency standards, which rules out… (4 sources)
  • Paint decontamination — water-stain and iron removal — Water-stain removal — Aliumax. For maintaining light/white paint specifically, the Aliumax product was reported to effectively remove water stains (hard-water spotting)… (4 sources)
  • Rear washer not spraying — troubleshooting — Symptom: the rear washer motor runs (audible) and the electrics test fine (fuses checked), but no fluid actually sprays from the rear nozzle . (4 sources)
  • Tailgate hinge rust on new vehicles — A 2020-model X80 with only 19,000 km developed rust on the tailgate hinges, particularly reported on white-colored vehicles — white paint appears more susceptible to… (4 sources)
  • Autopilot window marks — long-term durability — "Autopilot" brand window marks (likely an electrochromic or UV-reactive window tint/marking product) installed in 2018 showed minimal visible wear by 2024, with only… (4 sources)
  • Component locations — body-exterior — Brake light repeater in rear spoiler — removal requires full spoiler removal: to remove or service the third brake-light repeater (стоп-сигнал повторитель) mounted in… (3 sources)
  • Child safety lock — rear doors — Symptom that's actually normal: if a rear inner door handle doesn't open the door from inside (while the door still opens fine from outside), this is very likely the… (3 sources)
  • Cowl panel drain holes — winter icing — On the restyle X80, the right-side drain holes in the cowl panel/scuttle (жабо, under the windshield) appear sealed/blocked from the factory on at least some cars. One… (3 sources)
  • Cowl panel scuttle (жабо) — removal — The cowl panel/scuttle trim under the windshield (жабо, holds the wiper arms area and windshield-washer plumbing) comes off easily and quickly — about 5 minutes for the… (3 sources)
  • Door panel seam separation — warranty repair — One owner reported door panel separation — insufficient sealant between the outer and inner door panels degraded over time, causing the seam to open. The dealer warranty… (3 sources)
  • Plastic fender lip guard — tape-mounted installation — Installation method: plastic fender lip guards (protective trim along the fender opening edge) attach using either 3M tape or Cosmofene adhesive. No drilling or clips… (3 sources)
  • Lamp housings — part numbers and prices — Upper (third) stop light 5CA151580: listed at about 9,515 RUB on Kitparts (RU market, July 2024), and also on Ozon and kitzap . Removing the repeater from the rear… (3 sources)
  • Towing capacity — factory status unclear — Not factory-rated for towing. The FAW X80 is not factory-rated for towing a trailer. One owner (Victor) checked the door-jamb weight-specification plate and found no… (3 sources)
  • Front bumper removal procedure — Front bumper removal: (1) remove the trim pieces from the fenders first — these use tight clips, be careful not to break them; (2) remove all bolts/ screws around the… (2 sources)
  • Front fender longeron — collision repair — After a front collision affecting the longeron (frame rail), the damaged longeron itself can be straightened and reset into position — but the stamped-steel bracket… (2 sources)
  • Hood gas struts — Volkswagen Golf VI alternative — Volkswagen Golf VI (2008–2012) hood struts as a cross-fit option (Feb 2026): the "RIGINAL"-brand hood gas strut (амортизатор/упор капота) made for the Volkswagen Golf VI… (2 sources)
  • Roof rails and cargo rack fitment — CS35 Plus cargo racks can be fitted to the X80's roof rails, but they require modification: the X80 has a triangular roof-rail cross-section that does not match the… (1 sources)