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These oil cooler refresh kits include everything you need 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.

A great way to clean up the front of your B5 A4 is by replacing the damaged factory fog lamp assemblies. Condensation and external wear quickly ages this part, dating your vehicle. The Bremmen fog lamp assembly is simple to install and will immediately take years off your Audi. *Does not include bulbs

The B5 A4 features highly individualized design elements that make successfully complementing the vehicle with aftermarket wheels a serious challenge. Alzor Style 010 wheels feature a motorsport inspired split-spoke mesh design that accentuates rather than distracts from the Audi's natural musculature. Silver or Gold, staggered or square sets of 18" wheels are available with machined lips, and include 57.1mm hubcentric rings to ensure vibration-free fitment on your vehicle.

There are tools that any serious technician will regard as essential to their work - tools that make so many projects faster and simpler that access to a quality set is critical. Schwaben Specialty Tools recognized the need for better designed, more fully-featured puller tool kits; this variety of tool is so frequently used across such a wide variety of projects, mechanics deserve the best engineered product possible. Schwaben Pry Bar and Twin-Arm Puller Kits are highly adjustable, exceptionally durable sets of some of the most versatile tools in any home or professional garage.

Changing the suspension setup on a refined German car often times feels like meddling with perfection. With an advanced, highly wrought coilover system, you can be confident your addition is a reliable improvement. ST coilovers by KW are made of high grade, galvanized steel, and come with a 5 year limited warranty. With engineering tailored specifically to your Audi, preset dampening and height adjustability provide the perfect balance between performance and ride comfort.

Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Add a little boost and they get all weak in the knees and blow the diaphragm to pieces. Forge knows this. That's why they've engineered boost-hardy diverter valves tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. These are completely serviceable valves with an aluminum piston and o-ring seal, compared to the easily tearing rubber diaphragm found in the OEM valve. Includes 3 different springs to fine tune the valve to your liking!

Periodic fluid/filter changes remove harmful dirt and metallic particles to head off automatic transmission failures and expensive repairs. Fresh fluid renews additive packages to improve shift quality and performance. ECS stocks what you need to perform routine service operations: from filters and gaskets, to premium fluids that meet stringent OEM standards. If you think it's time for a change, we can help.

Clunking and banging when shifting or unusual humming at certain speeds are common symptoms of a worn or failing differential mount. Not only an annoyance, a poorly secured driveline may also compromise your vehicle's safety. For this reason, ECS Tuning has labored tirelessly to engineer the most finely crafted high-performance polyurethane rear differential mounts available for your Audi. Featuring 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum anodized housings with tuned polyurethane isolators, DIY'ers will have no problem replacing the mounts themselves.

B5 A4 1.8T now have access to one of the most striking performance upgrades available today. P3 Cars VIDI Digital Interfaces represent the most powerful, beautifully integrated metrics systems on the performance market, instantly relaying boost pressure, coolant temp, intake air temp, exhaust gas temp, throttle plate position, speed, and RPM - right from your defroster vent location. The interface comes pre-installed in a direct-fit housing and plugs right into your car's onboard diagnostic connector. Zero splicing or coding is required for this superb upgrade.

The primary appeal of new wheels is in the new, shiny appearance they offer. The majority of the time, a different style, size, or color isn't really the ultimate goal. With such a deep catalog of staggeringly effective wheel cleaning and restoration products from specialists Sonax and Chemical Guys, getting what you really want from your wheel setup is fast and easy - and it's all available now from ECS. Acid-free and pH balanced rim and wheel cleaners effortlessly dissolve grease, brake dust and dirt, while safely preserving your wheel's finish.

Not sure where your Audi is headed when you cut the wheel? Creaking bushings and loose ball joints can turn your sport sedan into a groaning wanderer in as few as 50,000 miles. If you're tired of noisy suspension bushings and vague steering, take the loud and loose out of your suspension with a new front control arm kit. Complete assembly includes tie rod ends and all installation hardware. A single source suspension solution.

A frequent dilemma when fitting an upgraded seat belt to track-prepared street cars is how to balance the needs of daily driving with the demands of performance driving. A dedicated track-day setup is typically impractical, while running without a substantial harness forces the driver to use the steering wheel to hold themselves in place. Schroth Racing Quick Fit Harnesses are fully reversible and anchor to the factory seat belt pre-tensioner, allowing the airbags to deploy as the Audi engineers intended. Both left (driver) and right (passenger) harnesses are available.

The most recognizable feature of the latest generation VW/Audi engines is the updated coil pack design. The new arrangement has been proven on supercars like the R8 and RS7, as well as the hyper-luxurious S8, and now your B5 A4 can enjoy this same aesthetic effect. Spark energy has also been improved for these coil packs, which are conveniently offered as a set of four.

A worn or failing N75 valve typically accompanies a loss of boost pressure and potentially a check engine light. The valve is vital to the health of your turbocharged engine, controlling when and how far to open the wastegate when releasing boost pressure. ECS offers the genuine OEM VW/Audi N75 Valve for your Audi, helping maintain adequate diverter valve function and sustain proper manifold boost pressure.

Schwaben products are characterized by simple, clever designs. Their wheel storage solutions may be the best examples of these qualities. The Schwaben Wheel Tree holds up to 275lbs and allows you to safely stack your wheels without the risk of scuffing and scratching. Convenient locking casters allow you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. And when saving floor space is the highest priority, the Schwaben Wall-Mounted Wheel Rack allows you to securely store up to four 11½" wide wheels and tires against the wall, away from your work space.

If you are looking for a replacement turbo to restore the power on your 1.8T, this unit from Vaico will do the trick. This is a direct bolt-on replacement of your worn out or damaged factory turbo. A completely new, non-rebuild unit that will spool dependably and restore lost performance. Be sure to order new banjo lines and crush washers to make your installation easier. It is suggested that lines are replaced to ensure proper oiling, as the old lines can lose pressure due to sludge.

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.

Having the right tools for the job at hand always makes your project much easier. The Schwaben VAG Connector Removal Tool is an Audi/VW/Porsche owner's best friend. The tool fits directly on the push & pull style VAG connector and gives just the perfect amount of leverage to release the connector and not break the tab. This style connector is often found on mass air flow (MAF) sensor, coil packs, headlights/fog lights, level sensors, and countless other parts. A large ergonomic ball that fits into your palm is also fitted on the end of the tool for extra grip.

Maintaining adequate tension on the timing chain is its most basic purpose, keeping the correct level of slack in the chain to best balance noise levels and friction reduction. The second function of this deceptively advanced part is controlling cam timing, maintaining power through all rpms by rapidly adjusting the valve opening and closing event. ECS offers the Üro Cam Chain Tensioner, allowing your 1.8T the opportunity to make maximum power & maintain efficient timing chain operation.

Quit fussing with wood blocks, ramps, and the like with the Schwaben Low Boy floor jack. The Low Boy is low-profile, allowing you to sneak it under the ground-hugging rockers on your lowered car. Constructed of lightweight aluminum, this floor jack features a front central roller for increased ease of use and maneuverability. If you work on your car, you'll be doing some lifting. Get the right equipment with the Schwaben Low Boy floor jack, a great compliment to the other Schwaben tools in your arsenal. Atta' Boy.

Unlike like many aftermarket gauges that look like an afterthought, our ECS boost gauge kits have been designed to look and fit like an original equipment accessory. The dial typeface and traditional black background echo the look of factory gauges. Illumination is built into the gauge body, with light intensity controlled by the main dash light dimmer control. The gauge pod fits like the original vent and maintains air flows to the cabin.

Fresh coolant is paramount to safe & reliable engine operation. Unfortunately, the process of bleeding air out of your cooling system during a coolant refresh is tedious and therefore often neglected. ECS offers a highly convenient solution to the tedium & frustration associated with a coolant servicing – the Schwaben Coolant Evacuation Kit. The unique kit resolves several common cooling system issues: - No heat, overheating, or erratic temperature gauge readings after a cooling system service - Problems with coolant uptake or circulation - Cooling system leaks

Don't let your differential come to a bad end; periodic fluid changes can keep it running smooth and silent for years to come. Choose from premium Motul Gear 300 or Red Line 75W90 High Performance gear oil. Install the new axle shaft seals in the kit to keep your fresh oil inside the diff. Then add an extra measure of protection with ECS Tuning magnetic drain plugs, designed to attract and hold ferrous debris before it can abrade close-tolerance gears.

Why a strut nut socket? To secure shocks and struts to their mounts, the retaining nut must be torqued to its proper specification with the use of a torque wrench. Strut nut sockets allow for the use of an Allen wrench to hold the damper shaft while utilizing a torque wrench on the socket to achieve proper torque. Schwaben, a company known for exceptionally crafted specialty tools, now offers 18mm, 19mm, 21mm, 22mm, and 24mm Strut Nut Sockets for your own suspension project. A superb addition to any home mechanic's tool arsenal, this latest Schwaben release is built to last.

Whenever working on your car's interior or disassembling interior or trunk components to access exterior body parts, it's not uncommon to break or lose various fasteners and clips. Reinstallation becomes a hack job, with interior panels and linings hanging unsecured. ECS now offers single kit including the most common clips and fasteners used on the Audi B5 A4, allowing you to restore unsecured parts to factory, and better prepare for your next project. Fasteners are organized in a convenient partitioned case with a fastener part number guide displayed on the back.

For years, ECS Tuning has been your trusted source for original, aftermarket, and performance parts for your European car. Our team of enthusiasts have worked hard to build the best catalog in the industry, providing you with the knowledge and expertise to keep your car looking, sounding, and performing great year after year.

The specialty tool experts at Schwaben have released a series of superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable car ramps, ramp extensions, wheel stands, & wheel chocks - now available from ECS tuning. 30" to 67" Low Profile Car Ramps are specially made to accommodate vehicles with low bumper clearance, eliminating the risk of body damage & sliding ramps. Schwaben Wheel Stands feature a cradled wheel support for superior stability compared to jack stands, supporting up to 3000 lbs. And when lifting your vehicle or placing it on an incline, Wheel Chocks are a wise investment.

We're excited; and with good reason. ECS Tuning proudly introduces our line of premium, corrosion-resistant rotors: GEOMET. GEOMET is a special coating containing metal oxides, zinc, and aluminum flakes, sprayed over the entire rotor surface to ensure complete coverage, and baked on at 600 degrees to form a durable and attractive silver-gray finish that fights rust far better than paints or other conventional coatings. Slotted or drilled and slotted, you can expect your new GEOMET rotors to outperform and outlast stock rotors, and look great behind your alloy wheels.

Get in touch with your bad self. You know how to drive a stick, so why not stick a fork in that marshmallow self-adjusting pressure plate. Why not go with a conventional disc, mated to a single mass flywheel. Our Valeo single mass flywheel clutch conversion kit takes your Audi back to its roots as a bare-knuckled brawler. The non-adjustable pressure plate puts you in touch with the clutch, restoring a crisp, responsive feel. The single mass flywheel costs less than a dual mass, and can be resurfaced in the future to extend its service life. You'll feel the difference.

Want to do something bold? Bodacious, even? Check out this line of 3M Scotchprint films. Add texture and style to interior and exterior surfaces by applying these durable adhesive backed films to body panels or trim. Want variety? Channel Darth Vader with gloss black or carbon fiber, or go sci-fi-starship with brushed aluminum or titanium. Buy rolls five feet wide in lengths from one to 20 feet. Hi-tech look. Low tech installation. User friendly and easy to apply using simple tools, 3M 1080 film lets anyone get professional results on the first try.