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Keeping the oil inside your engine is paramount to engine health and longevity. If there is a leak that you're not aware of, your oil can dip to dangerous levels. The valve cover is a common place for leaks. Years of extreme temperatures degrade the gaskets and cause failure. Replace yours to keep your engine leak free.

An easy and highly effective way to refresh the front of your B6 A4 1.8T is by replacing faded or cracked fog light grilles. Bremmen Parts grilles have been perfectly matched to OEM dimensions for exceptional fitment and appearance. The kit Includes both left and right fog light grilles with open vents. *Fits standard bumper, automatic transmission models onl

Be sure you have everything you need when installing your new suspension system. These kits were created to eliminate the worry about stripped and stretched hardware or worn strut/shock mount and spring pads. Whether you’re installing shocks/struts, a cup kit, or a complete coilover system, these kits include everything needed to install a new suspension on your vehicle.

Be sure you have everything you need when installing your new suspension system. These kits were created to eliminate the worry about stripped and stretched hardware or worn strut/shock mount and spring pads. Whether you’re installing shocks/struts, a cup kit, or a complete coilover system, these kits include everything needed to install a new suspension on your vehicle.

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

Dual mass flywheels are nice in theory, until you have to foot the bill for a new one. Don't worry, we have a solution you and your wallet can live with. Just install our complete Valeo single mass flywheel kit. An exact fit replacement for the dual mass system, it comes complete with a new friction disc with damper springs, pressure plate, fresh release bearing, and installation hardware. Unlike the dual mass, the single mass flywheel can be resurfaced in the future to extend its service life even more.

Dual mass flywheels are nice in theory, until you have to foot the bill for a new one. Don't worry, we have a solution you and your wallet can live with. Just install our complete Valeo single mass flywheel kit. An exact fit replacement for the dual mass system, it comes complete with a new friction disc with damper springs, pressure plate,fresh release bearing, and installation hardware. Unlike the dual mass, the single mass flywheel can be resurfaced in the future to extend its service life even more.

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.

Pull the trigger. You ought to order these oxygen sensors, even if your car passed its last emissions test. Oxygen sensors deteriorate over time and commonly reduce engine efficiency long before they start storing trouble codes and turning on the dashboard check engine light. Gradual contamination slows their range and response, adversely affecting both performance and fuel economy

Got the drive-though blues? If you're wedging that steaming cup of Joe between your knees or balancing it on the center console while you hunt for change, we have a solution. Easy to install, cupholders are a fast and easy solution to a common problem: Older Cupholder Syndrome. Now you can replace your jammed or damaged cupholder in minutes and stop juggling cups, mugs, and bottles.

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 B6 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.

Because of the location of the power window switches in most vehicles, they can be extremely vulnerable to damage. Opening your door to get out in heavy rains or a window left down at an inconvenient time can water log these delicate switches and ruin internal electronics. Replace yours to restore function and make your windows operational again.

Your B6 A4 has served you well and faithfully, year in, year out. Why not deck it out in a set of Euro-look headlights from Valeo and see it in a new light. These jewel-like Euro-style assemblies will fit your stock front end without cutting and drilling, and their electrical connectors accept your stock harness plugs without a fuss. You won't even have to buy bulbs if you don't want to. Just swap your old halogen bulbs over for a clean, amber-free, projector style look that's sure to add fresh excitement to an old relationship.

Your B6 A4 has served you well and faithfully, year in, year out. Why not deck it out in a set of Euro-look headlights from Valeo and see it in a new light. These jewel-like Euro-style assemblies will fit your stock front end without cutting and drilling, and their electrical connectors accept your stock harness plugs without a fuss. You won't even have to buy bulbs if you don't want to. Just swap your old halogen bulbs over for a clean, amber-free, projector style look that's sure to add fresh excitement to an old relationship.

Because of the location of the power window switches in most vehicles, they can be extremely vulnerable to damage. Opening your door to get out in heavy rains or a window left down at an inconvenient time can water log these delicate switches and ruin internal electronics. Replace yours to restore function and make your windows operational again.

Your B6 S4 features highly individualized design elements that make successfully complementing the vehicle with aftermarket wheels a serious challenge. The Alzor Style 349 features a split-spoke design that accentuates rather than distracts from the Audi's natural steel musculature. 19" square or staggered sets of four wheels are available, finished in hyper silver or matte black. Designed to bolt right up to your car, the 349 fits perfectly without modification.

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.

Turn your sports sedan into a weekend workhorse with a rugged trunk compartment liner. Light but durable, this tailored mat with raised lip fits wall-to-wall to protect your carpeting from dirt and liquid spillage. Made from a rubber-like material, the textured finish looks great. Easy-in, easy out, you can leave it in place all the time, or use it and hose it clean for fast storage. As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

Turn your sports sedan into a weekend workhorse with a rugged trunk compartment liner. Light but durable, this tailored mat with raised lip fits wall-to-wall to protect your carpeting from dirt and liquid spillage. Made from a rubber-like material, the textured finish looks great. Easy-in, easy out, you can leave it in place all the time, or use it and hose it clean for fast storage. As an added benefit, the rectangular center section is covered in a soft textured vinyl that keeps flat items from shifting when you corner.

The mass air flow sensor, or MAF, controls the amount of fuel delivered through the injectors based on the volume of air entering the intake. If your vehicle is throwing a MAF code, replace it as soon as possible to ensure you get the best fuel mileage and performance. It is common for this part to fail slowly, causing poor fuel mileage and hampered performance. When it fails completely, the vehicle will stutter and stall as it falls into a limp mode.

Few sensors in any car have a higher authority than the Mass Air Flow (MAF)sensor. It is so critical to fuel control that a failed or contaminated MAF can cause an assortment of driveability problems: reduced power and fuel economy, ping, a failed emissions test, and sometimes, a no-start. If your car suffers from MAF-related bog, stumble, erratic idle, stalling, or an illuminated check engine light, a new Bosch MAF can restore lost performance in minutes, and increase fuel economy. Readily accessible; easy to install.

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented pro-sumer or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to provide you with the Robert Bentley repair manuals; A reliable, respected source of repair data for many European vehicles. DVDs are carefully edited and illustrated. A worthwhile investment.

Your B6 A4 features highly individualized design elements that make successfully complementing the vehicle with aftermarket wheels a serious challenge. The Alzor Style 349 features a split-spoke design that accentuates rather than distracts from the Audi's natural steel musculature. 19" square or staggered sets of four wheels are available, finished in hyper silver or matte black. Designed to bolt right up to your car, the 349 fits perfectly without modification.

The cam chain tensioner supplied for the B6 A4 1.8T actually executes two critical functions. 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, increasing power through all rpms by rapidly adjusting the valve opening and closing event. ECS offers the Uro Cam Chain Tensioner, allowing your 1.8T the opportunity to make maximum power & maintain efficient timing chain operation.

The cam chain tensioner supplied for the B6 A4 1.8T actually executes two critical functions. 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, increasing power through all rpms by rapidly adjusting the valve opening and closing event. ECS offers the Uro Cam Chain Tensioner, allowing your 1.8T the opportunity to make maximum power & maintain efficient timing chain operation.

This set of Alzor Style 349 wheels will not only change the look of your vehicle, but also capture the attention of others. The split spoke, hyper silver finish face in will give your car a sleek appearance that will keep people looking as you pass. Designed to bolt right up to your car, these wheels fit without any modifications or hassle. Of course, if you want to achieve an extreme look, don't forget to check out our large assortment of ECS Tuning wheel spacers and lug bolts. 18X8” 5x112 available in both et35 & et45

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented pro-sumer or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to provide you with the Robert Bentley repair manuals; A reliable, respected source of repair data for many European vehicles. Repair Manuals are carefully edited and illustrated. A worthwhile investment.

ECS Tuning's Ignition Solution kits utilize the more durable and desirable Hitachi style bolt-down ignition coils instead of the troublesome factory push-down ignition coils. Years of real-world testing has shown the Hitachi style coils to be much more durable than the push-down coils, along with the ease of being able to be secured to the valve cover with two allen head bolts so you don’t have to worry about them popping up. Available in three stages to better suit your needs!