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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.

Replacing cooling system components and performing a proper coolant flush will ensure a long life for your cooling system. Most of the cooling system components are exposed to very high temperatures and repeated thermal cycling. Heat-hardening causes warping and cracking that leads to coolant loss and possible engine damage from overheating. Avoid headaches altogether and replace all problematic items at once to keep your cooling system running efficiently.

The Audi B5 S4 engine relies heavily on adequate boost pressure to make reliable power. Any leaking, bending, or warping of the hoses that hold this pressure will result in a considerable loss of performance & driveability. Mishimoto now offers a full Silicone Boost Hose Kit for the S4, drastically improving durability over the factory hose arrangement while eliminating air flow restrictions. Molded to exact OEM specifications, the improved design better withstands heat & pressure, resisting swelling and degradation for a longer service life.

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.

Car not starting? Battery not charging? Start here. If you car won't start or the lights dim and the car dies, there is a good chance your alternator went bad. The alternator in your vehicle keeps the battery at full charge when your engine is running. Because all of your electronic systems run off of this small piece, it's important that it is operational. If your lights are dim while driving or your battery dies within minutes of starting your car, it's time for a new alternator.

If your turbochargers have reached the end of their life or you're just looking for a performance upgrade, ECS Tuning has put together the ultimate kit just for you. This kit allows you to upgrade to the more durable and higher performing turbocharger setup found on the European RS4 2.7T, including the necessary hardware for installation.

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

The B5 S4 utilizes a small sensor attached to a control arm to adjust the headlight angle under varying suspension loads. A convenient feature - when it works. A broken unit will leave the headlights in a fixed position, eliminating the functionality of this clever technology. ECS offers the Vemo Headlight Level Sensor for the direct replacement of your broken factory part, restoring the ability of your headlights to adapt to driving conditions.

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 damping and height adjustability provide the perfect balance between performance and ride comfort.

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 a single kit including the most common clips and fasteners used on the Audi B5 S4, allowing you to restore unsecured parts to factory - and better prepare for your next project.

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.

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. Compared to the staggering costs of differential repair or replacement, this simple service procedure is a small investment.

V-Checkers are small but mighty diagnostic tools. The Basic model pulls and erases diagnostic codes, so you can identify common vehicle problems quickly, by type. V-Checker Pro is a huge step up the diagnostic ladder. 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. The V-Checker operates on vehicle power through the data link connector, so there are no batteries to replace.

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.

There is no reason why you have to live with malfunctioning windows in your B5 S4. Grinding, rattling, or clicking when engaging your windows is a sign of probable regulator failure. Vaico has developed a simple replacement part that restores your window operation to factory, giving your super-sedan a nice added measure of practicality and functionality.

If you have power-adding modifications on your B5 S4, the next upgrade is more stopping power. The ECS Tuning 306mm two-piece Tru-Float rotors increase swept area and braking torque without weight penalty. Precision-machined caliper carrier brackets space out your stock brake calipers to match the new rotor, and ECS Exact-Fit brake lines provide pad-squeezing fluid pressure. Designed as a compliment to your ECS Tuning Front Big Brake Kit, this Stage 1 direct-fit kit helps you keep your speed in check.

Turn your Audi B5 S4 into a road eating heavy breather with sale priced APR performance upgrades. Increase volumetric efficiency with free-flowing exhausts, then feed the beast with an APR performance chip upgrade. We have you covered with stainless steel exhausts and performance software upgrades. Buy components or complete systems.

A stripped thread can turn an enjoyable weekend project into an unbearably frustrating experience, occasionally bringing the entire job to a complete halt. The Schwaben Metric Thread Repair Kit was designed specifically for European cars with the most commonly used metric sized threads in mind, keeping your project in motion whenever metric threads are stripped or otherwise damaged. The kit contains everything to keep your project going - simply drill out the old thread, tap out the hole with the correct sized tap, and screw in a new insert with the installation tool.

When addressing a vehicle's braking system, it can be easy to overlook brake fluids. It's not always clear which parts are necessary to do the job correctly - usually resulting in unnecessary time and expense. ECS has assembled three Brake Fluid Flush Kits, each containing the convenient Motive Power Bleeder, Schwaben Bleeder Wrench, and one liter of brake fluid - everything needed for a basic servicing. The level 2 Kit includes a Motive Catch Bottle Set; the level 3 kit further improves the level 2 kit with high-performance TYP 200 brake fluid.

One of the more conspicuous design changes made for the latest generation Audi engine, the updated coil pack arrangement represents not only a technological advantage but an aesthetic improvement over the outgoing ignition system. The ECS-engineered Coil Pack Conversion Kit uses a CNC-machined adapter, exuding engineering rigor and exceptional taste that perfectly matches Audi's latest design approaches. Complete kits also include the new, more beautiful TSI/FSI/TFSI coil packs, powered through two single harnesses, mirroring Audi's attention to engine bay orderliness.

Nothing could be finer than a Bremmen cargo liner in your Audi. Made of a flexible, easy-to-clean vinyl, these mats are tailored to fit like a glove in your B5. The tough mat material is flexible, and cleans easily with soap and water. The raised perimeter lip contains liquid spills that would otherwise ruin your interior carpeting. As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that protects delicate cargo, and keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

Enjoy the rare opportunity for significant savings with Schwaben Tool Kit Bundles from ECS. Any order over $200 will be shipped free of charge - the perfect way to invest in professional-quality tools for your European car. Complete 11 piece set of External Torx Sockets are available - these sockets have become popular at many locations, such as seat rails, chassis components, and suspension. Featuring a fine satin finish that's easy on the hands and easy to wipe clean the 12 Pc Metric Combination Wrench Set includes professional grade 8-19mm metric wrenches.

Why settle for good brakes when you can have a great ones? Stock brake rotors and hydraulic hoses are "okay," or they wouldn't be installed at the factory. But we all know the difference between stock and premium parts when it comes to durability and performance. For your next brake job, move up to GEOMET® rotors with a baked on corrosion-fighting finish; drilled and slotted for better bite and surer stops. Then add ECS Exact-Fit brake lines, engineered to improve pedal feel; stylish enough to showcase behind your new alloys.

Is your 2.7T throwing Exhaust Gas Temperature sensor engine codes? When 2.7T EGT sensors fail electrically, they commonly store diagnostic trouble codes for electrical shorts-to-ground or voltage. If you're experiencing this problem, this is a great time to order a pair of EGT sensors; we have them with free shipping for a limited time. Color coded to indicate left and right bank locations, these are direct fit original equipment sensors that you can install with confidence.

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.

Located in the wheel hub, brake drum, or rotor itself, wheel bearings support the full weight of the vehicle while allowing the wheels to rotate smoothly within a steel enclosure. Dysfunctional bearings are simply the result of the rigors of daily driving, and should be replaced at the first sign of failure. Worn bearing symptoms range from loud noises emanating from the wheel hubs to general rough ride characteristics. ECS offers Vaico individual Front Wheel Bearings and Wheel Bearing Kits, along with the fantastic Schwaben 24-piece Wheel Bearing Service Kit.

One of the more conspicuous design changes made for the latest generation Audi engine, the updated coil pack arrangement represents not only a technological advantage but an aesthetic improvement over the outgoing ignition system. The ECS-engineered Coil Pack Conversion Kit uses a CNC-machined adapter, exuding engineering rigor and exceptional taste that perfectly matches Audi's latest design approaches. Complete kits also include the new, more beautiful TSI/FSI/TFSI coil packs, powered through two single harnesses, mirroring Audi's attention to engine bay orderliness.

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-compliant, tailored hoses come with OE attachment fittings and sealing washers.