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Savvy FSI owners periodically pull the pump and check the follower to avoid costly fuel pump and camshaft damage. Symptoms of advanced cam follower-itis include loss of power, rough running, and an illuminated check engine light. To help you understand and mitigate the problem, we've put together a photo tutorial that demonstrates how to inspect and replace your cam follower. Use it with our handy repair kit to keep your FSI running strong.

The problem is widespread and chronic: cam followers for the high pressure fuel pump in FSI engines are prone to wear. Savvy FSI owners periodically pull the pump and check the follower to avoid costly fuel pump and camshaft damage. Symptoms of advanced cam follower-itis include loss of power, rough running, and an illuminated check engine light. To help you understand and mitigate the problem, we've put together a photo tutorial that demonstrates how to inspect and replace your cam follower. Use it with our handy repair kit to keep your FSI running strong.

The Volkswagen Audi Group catalog includes more than just Volkswagens and Audis. This results in more than a couple overlaps in parts, for both performance and styling. If you know where to look, that is. We do. ECS Tuning brings you the front lip spoiler from the European-only SEAT Cupra R. This lip features an aggressive design not found on any US-market car. While not exactly direct-fit, with some slight tweaking, you can give your Jetta a unique appearance that will have other enthusiasts guessing. And to sweeten the deal, take a look at the price!

It is no secret that the 1.8T engine isn’t necessarily a stranger to oil sludge issues. The kit will replace what is normally the problem on the 1.8T engine. While this kit will not fix consequential damage that this sludging may have caused, after the repair it will address the most common repair technique to immediately rectify this issue. Most cases of oil pressure problems stem from completely plugged oil pick-up tube which causes a drop in oil pressure especially when the engine is hot & at idle.

It is no secret that the 1.8T engine isn’t necessarily a stranger to oil sludge issues. The kit will replace what is normally the problem on the 1.8T engine. While this kit will not fix consequential damage that this sludging may have caused, after the repair it will address the most common repair technique to immediately rectify this issue. Most cases of oil pressure problems stem from completely plugged oil pick-up tube which causes a drop in oil pressure especially when the engine is hot & at idle.

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The V-Checker Pro is a huge step up the diagnostic ladder. Compatible with the CAN data interface used on 2005 and newer VAG vehicles, it is a full-featured repair scanner that reads and displays critical system data, and performs reset and test functions to speed and confirm repairs. V-Checker Pro operates on vehicle power through the data link connector, so there are no batteries to replace. *Requires the ignition key to be turned to the on position after the device is connected to the vehicle's DLC for communication to occur.

Tired of garage floor stains and adding oil at every fill up? Chronic engine oil leaks may be a sign that your car has a more serious problem with its crankcase ventilation system. Positive Crankcase Ventilation systems send cylinder blow-by gases back to the intake for burning. When they don't, crankcase pressure builds, pushing engine oil past seals and gaskets. Bottom line? ECS has PCV Service Kits that cure the cause and fix the damage. Available in three stages, pick the one that matches your car's symptoms, and start keeping your oil inside the engine, where it belongs.

If you spend time and money renewing your brake hardware and linings, you ought to consider upgrading to ECS Tuning Exact-Fit brake hoses, and do the job right. These premium brake hoses are stronger, more durable, and better protected than the originals. They are shielded in stainless steel mesh reinforcement, and coated with bright red vinyl for added protection. Available by the axle for front or rear, or as a complete vehicle set, our DOT-approved tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers.

Tired of noisy, last century wiper blades that chatter and don't clean your windshield? Upgrade to sleek wiper arms with beam-style wiper blades in an Aero wiper kit from ECS Tuning. Single strip beam-style blades are simpler and more durable than conventional blades. The wiper blade rubber is attached to a single beam backing strip that bends to the curve of your windshield for clean, quiet wiping. Move up to 21st century wiper technology with Valeo Aero wiper kits.

Airlift Air Ride kits offer one touch ride height control. No more wrenches. No more tedious adjustments. Both digital and manual kits put all system controls inside the car, so you can make fast ride height adjustments while staying clean. Go low for show; add lift for general driving or to clear obstructions. Laugh at speed bumps and dangerous driveway entrances.

Airlift Air Ride kits offer one touch ride height control. No more wrenches. No more tedious adjustments. Both digital and manual kits put all system controls inside the car, so you can make fast ride height adjustments while staying clean. Go low for show; add lift for general driving or to clear obstructions. Laugh at speed bumps and dangerous driveway entrances.

Airlift Air Ride kits offer one touch ride height control. No more wrenches. No more tedious adjustments. Both digital and manual kits put all system controls inside the car, so you can make fast ride height adjustments while staying clean. Go low for show; add lift for general driving or to clear obstructions. Laugh at speed bumps and dangerous driveway entrances.

Put a spring in your step and a shine on your pedals with this new pedal set from Bremmen Parts, ready to rock with a heavy metal look and light pedal feel. This is the ultimate, no-fuss accessory kit. Just pry the old pedals off, and slip the new brushed aluminum ones onto the steel pedals beneath. No drilling. No screwing. No fooling! Available as a full set with dead pedal (your right foot shouldn't have all the fun).

A shuddering, thumping, or howling noise emanating from the front of your vehicle is often the result of worn or failing front wheel bearings. ECS offers the Vaico Front Wheel Bearing replacement kit for your B5 A4, including each part necessary for a thorough job. The Vaico kit includes left and right wheel bearings, c-clips, axle bolts, and self-locking nuts. *Individual bearings with hardware are also available.

Fresh coolant is paramount to safe & reliable engine operation. The process of bleeding the air out of your cooling system during a coolant refresh is tedious & therefore often neglected. ECS offers a highly convenient solution to the tedium & frustration associated with coolant servicing – the Schwaben Coolant Evacuation Kit. Insert the tool into the radiator service neck, attach the included Venturi adapter & allow the system to reach 25 psi, drawing out the vacuum. Use the same tool to fill your radiator, allowing the pressure to resume to 0 psi, completing the procedure.

A great way to begin to give your vehicle a completely smoked out appearance. Looks fantastic on both dark or light colored vehicles. Even at these great prices, you don't have to overly worry about quality as they come with a limited lifetime warranty! Another fantastic product from ECS Tuning. Various kits include either smooth or textured lens side smoked markers, smoked corner markers, and Ziza bulbs.

A great way to begin to give your vehicle a completely smoked out appearance. Looks fantastic on both dark or light colored vehicles. Even at these great prices, you don't have to overly worry about quality as they come with a limited lifetime warranty! Another fantastic product from ECS Tuning. Various kits include either smooth or textured lens side smoked markers, smoked corner markers, and Ziza bulbs.

Tired of noisy, last century wiper blades that chatter and don't clean your windshield? Upgrade to sleek wiper arms with beam-style wiper blades in an Aero wiper kit from ECS Tuning. Single strip beam-style blades are simpler and more durable than conventional blades. The wiper blade rubber is attached to a single beam backing strip that bends to the curve of your windshield for clean, quiet wiping. Move up to 21st century wiper technology with Valeo Aero wiper kits.

You won't see this bodyguard protecting your undercarriage and engine from damage, but you'll know it's doing its work. Known as the belly pan, this undercover agent works quietly, fastened out of sight beneath your car where it fends off attacks by water, snow, ice, and road hazards. Protect your car. Check your belly pan during and after each periodic maintenance to be sure it is intact and properly secured. This unsung hero may be out of sight, but neglecting it can lead to more serious and expensive vehicle damage.

Keep all of your groceries from sliding around your cargo area with these handy hooks. This addition to your trunk will keep things in place and organized. Discretely hangs from the underside of the package tray area and folds up flat to the bottom when not in use. By keeping all of the handles together, it's easy to keep it organized for when you go to unload. No spilling groceries or lost articles from the store. Made of ABS, they will last as long as your vehicle while being a functional enhancement.

The impact driver is a fast and effective way to remove tight or corroded screws and bolts, reducing the chance of rounding off--or rounding out--the fastener head. Insert a slotted or Phillips head screwdriver bit into the driver. Place the screwdriver bit into screw head, and strike the driver with a hammer. The impact drives the bit inward as it rotates the screw, breaking it loose. Reverse the tool to tighten fasteners. For stubborn bolts, remove the black screwdriver bit adapter head, and replace it with any 3/8 - inch drive socket.

The breather hoses found on the AEB/ATW Audi engines get brittle and crack after years of service. These cracks lead to a persistent oil leak and driveability issues due to vacuum losses. ECS has assembled this complete service kit to make replacement just that much easier. Featuring the two hoses, o-ring, and new retaining clip and hose clamps, you can confidently tackle this repair without worrying about forgetting anything along the way. ECS makes it easier to keep your Audi in top running condition. Browse our maintenance sections for more model-specific service kits.

The breather hoses found on the AEB/ATW Audi engines get brittle and crack after years of service. These cracks lead to a persistent oil leak and driveability issues due to vacuum losses. ECS has assembled this complete service kit to make replacement just that much easier. Featuring the two hoses, o-ring, and new retaining clip and hose clamps, you can confidently tackle this repair without worrying about forgetting anything along the way. ECS makes it easier to keep your Audi in top running condition. Browse our maintenance sections for more model-specific service kits.

We don't know how you feel about it, but trusting your engine's most vital fluid to a plastic filter housing seems like a leap of faith. In fact, after repeated heat cycling and several oil changes performed with pliers and other makeshift tools, the original plastic filter housing body gets pretty ratty. Why not install a smart looking billet aluminum housing and take the guesswork and risk out of filter changes. These durable aluminum housings come with the proper installation socket, and take readily available standard drain plug seals.

Lowering springs should do more than get your car closer to the ground. If you're considering your lowering options, be sure to include the premium quality spring sets from H&R. Improve handling but keep ride quality suitable for a daily driver with Sport springs or take the gloves off and install no nonsense H&R Super Sport springs. Regardless of your choice, buy with confidence, knowing you're getting German-made springs with an unrivaled reputation for quality and performance.

These oil cooler refresh kits include everything needed to replace your old oil cooler. The oil cooler aides in cooling down the engine oil traveling through the oil filter, through use of the coolant system. The oil cooler functions similar to the radiator, as the coolant flows through the cooler, the heat dissipates from the engine oil and transfers to the coolant and to the radiator. The most common failures of the oil cooler are leaks, which lead to a mix of coolant and engine oil.

These Meyle HD Heavy Duty tie rod ends are designed for on-demand steering response and crisp cornering. Designed to fit the Audi B6 A4, these tie rod ends replace the worn out and depleted tie rod ends currently on your car. The new ends have a sturdy, precision fit design that takes wheel travel in stride to keep your Audi tracking true.

Trying to assemble a complete LED lighting kit for your interior, one bulb at a time, can be a frustrating experience. Bulbs sourced from different manufacturers commonly vary in brightness, and commonly have different color values. Some won't fit the bulb holders when you get them; others trigger false bulb-out alerts on the dash. That's why interior lighting kits from Ziza are custom assembled for your make and model, then tested repeatedly with hand-picked LED arrays to assure uniform appearance. Each kit has its detailed photo tutorial to make light work of your installation.