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Doing a cooling system refresh, or just replacing worn out and soft old hoses? Why settle for stock when you can get the added life and heat tolerance of silicone hoses? The ECS Silicone Hose Kit retains OEM fitment while resisting heat that softens the factory hoses. Upper and lower radiator hoses are included, both in advanced 4-ply black silicone.

In as few as 50,000 miles, the control arms on the front of your vehicle can begin to creak, groan, and cause your vehicle to feel less stable and make handling less precise. At highway speeds, your vehicle may even wander from side to side, compromising the car's safety. The Vaico Front Upper Control Arm Kit includes each part required for a thorough refresh - each control arm comes with factory installed ball joints and bushings, making installation infinitely more simple.

Your Audi's generator, fans, water pumps and AC compressors all rely on accessory drive belts to do their job. Over time, cracking, glazing, and squeaking occur; for these reasons, replacing your drive belts before they crack or break is a highly prudent investment. Additionally, If the accessory belt snaps constantly, or is sloppy and loose in your vehicle, the only solution is a new tensioner. The ECS-assembled kit comes with everything you need to refresh your whole drive belt system, including the tensioner assembly, accessory belt, and hardware.

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented DIY'er or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to offer an entire inventory of Bentley manuals, a reliable, respected source of repair data for your Audi TT. Books or DVDs, all are carefully edited and illustrated. A worthwhile investment.

Gains of 17hp and 14 lb-ft of torque over factory – better throttle response – a more aggressive engine and turbocharger sound – better fuel economy; APR has developed a stunning new 2x2 weave carbon fiber air intake system for the latest generation S3, incorporating the factory cold-air routing for a truly effective, dyno-proven engine upgrade. The unit arrives pre-assembled by APR, requiring simple hand tools for installation - the design of the intake eliminates the need for unsightly couplers and hose clamps, connecting to the factory turbo inlet pipe using the OEM hardware.

Guesswork is expensive. It leads to costly repair errors that compromise vehicle safety. Talented DIY'er or repair professional, you need accurate vehicle data and specifications. That's why ECS is happy to offer an entire inventory of Bentley manuals, a reliable, respected source of repair data for your Audi B6 A4 30v. Books are carefully edited and illustrated for accuracy. A truly worthwhile investment.

The distinctive front grille fitted to the B8 S4 included a smooth, clean plate filler, eliminating the unsightly North American license plate bracket. Because of its position at the nose of the vehicle, this part often wears prematurely, significantly detracting from the car's style. ECS offers genuine OEM Audi Front Plate Fillers for your B8 S4 - an excellent option for owners looking for a show-quality clean body.

Over time your wipers start moving slower and start to skip until the linkage freezes up. Occasionally, simply replacing wiper blades is not enough to keep your windshield reliably clean. If the transmission or linkage is damaged, your wiper action may slow or begin skipping, until eventually the motor spins freely, ceasing wiper arm movement entirely. Changing the windshield wiper transmission allows for a secure connection between the motor and wipers, giving you peace of mind that your Audi is safe and reliable.

Over time your wipers start moving slower and start to skip until the linkage freezes up. Occasionally, simply replacing wiper blades is not enough to keep your windshield reliably clean. If the transmission or linkage is damaged, your wiper action may slow or begin skipping, until eventually the motor spins freely, ceasing wiper arm movement entirely. Changing the windshield wiper transmission allows for a secure connection between the motor and wipers, giving you peace of mind that your Audi is safe and reliable.

Gains of 17hp and 14 lb-ft of torque over factory – better throttle response – a more aggressive engine and turbocharger sound – better fuel economy; APR has developed a stunning new 2x2 weave carbon fiber air intake system for the latest generation A3, incorporating the factory cold-air routing for a truly effective, dyno-proven engine upgrade. The unit arrives pre-assembled by APR, requiring simple hand tools for installation - the design of the intake eliminates the need for unsightly couplers and hose clamps, connecting to the factory turbo inlet pipe using the OEM hardware.

When the 2.0T engine was introduced, the rubber diaphragm in the original diverter valve failed regularly, even at stock boost levels. The improved “D” diverter valve has a piston valve design that eliminates the original, failure-prone rubber diaphragm. Spend more time driving, less time fixing!

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.

If you're planning on incorporating any vacuum-assisted accessories into your B8 A4 2.0T, you will need a reliable pressure reading from your engine. ECS engineers have again arrived at a simple, durable, and tasteful billet aluminum piece to suit your needs. The ECS Boost Tap clips in between your PCV hose and intake manifold, giving you up to two inlets for your creative use. The kit includes all hardware and a set screw for blocking off the unused inlet when only one vacuum port is required for a particular application

Properly functioning tie rods eliminate unnecessary tire wear, vibration, and wandering. If your rear tie rods have been damaged or are worn to the point where their function is compromised, only a quality replacement will give you adequate wheel alignment. ECS has assembled a premium kit which includes both rear tie rods from Vaico and necessary hardware for professional-quality installation.

Properly functioning tie rods eliminate unnecessary tire wear, vibration, and wandering. If your rear tie rods have been damaged or are worn to the point where their function is compromised, only a quality replacement will give you adequate wheel alignment. ECS has assembled a premium kit which includes both rear tie rods from Vaico and necessary hardware for professional-quality installation.

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 fit like OE for hassle-free installation

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 fit like OE for hassle-free installation

Keep your cuts clean and your connections clamped tight with these new Schwaben tools. The CV boot clamp pliers will assist in maintaining the factory look by utilizing ear-type clamps found on CV axle boots, vacuum lines, and fuel lines right from the factory. The Schwaben mini tube cutter will cut hardlines with a smooth, straight finish making it easy to flare and fit. For the enthusiasts looking to complete a job, and leave it with the appearance that it was never touched.

Coming to a finish of an under-the-hood project is a sight that any enthusiast can enjoy. The other finish we enjoy the sight of is the paint finish, unblemished and grease free. The best way to ensure you maintain this appearance while working under the hood is with a fender cover. The ECS Magnetic fender cover features Soft magnets to hold tight in place, soft non-scratch leather on the front, and goose flannelette backing. Don't risk it, stay covered.

Grinding, rattling, or clicking when engaging your windows is a sign of probable regulator failure. The symptoms are usually the result of the cable rusting from humidity or a failed regulator motor. ECS now supplies ÜRO replacement regulators to restore your Audi's window operation to factory, giving your super-sedan a nice added measure of practicality and functionality. Please specify front or rear, left or right when purchasing - the product is door-specific.

Make your 2009-2012 Audi S5 stand out amongst less seasoned offerings. The ECS Tuning RS5 chrome-framed mesh-style grille is a bolt-on upgrade to spice up your car's facia. Made of tough ABS plastic and molded to exacting dimensions, the RS5 style grille allows you to run badgeless for a truly sleek look. It also comes with provisions for your stock Audi four-ring logo. This kit comes complete with all mounting hardware.

Odds are, your worn and faded center console armrest's latch is broken by now. Odds are also pretty high that you're tired of trying to rest your arm on that wiggling lid. You could buy a repair button and fiddle around getting the latch working again, but you'd still have that nasty stained and faded surface looking up at you. We have a better idea: a completely new center armrest lid, available just for your Audi. The 'squeaky wheel' doesn't always get the grease; sometimes, it gets thrown out.

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.

If you're planning on incorporating any vacuum-assisted accessories into your B7 A4 2.0T, you will need a reliable pressure reading from your engine. ECS engineers have again arrived at a simple, durable, and tasteful billet aluminum piece to suit your needs. The ECS Boost Tap clips in between your PCV hose and intake manifold, giving you up to two inlets for your creative use. The kit includes all hardware and a set screw for blocking off the unused inlet when only one vacuum port is required for a particular application

The oil cooler in your B6 A4 1.8T helps keep your oil temperature low, increasing the life of your oil and allowing your engine to run cooler and more smoothly. If you notice oil in your coolant, the solution can be as simple as replacing your oil cooling system. ECS offers a complete kit to take care of the entire system at once. The ECS-assembled kit includes an Oil Cooler unit, Gasket, Return and Supply hoses, and all new hardware for a complete system refresh.

Check out the 710N diverter valve for your 2.7T A6. Keep your boost inside the intake - where it belongs. Cure common driveability concerns with this stronger, more durable 710N valve. Diverter valves live in a tough neighborhood. By definition, they limit turbo boost, and most eventually fail due to a pin-hole or tear in the valve diaphragm. The 710N Valve is a diaphragm-based, factory upgrade for a lot of applications. The 710N valve was originally found on the TT225, and is known to have a tougher internal diaphragm that can withstand higher boost levels

Let your S3 look great after hours with new LED lighting upgrades from Ziza. This complete interior lighting kit includes bulbs for the vanity lights, trunk lights, front dome lines, rear dome lights, and glove box lights. Install our complete interior lighting package and banish dirty yellow light from your interior, once and for all. These wedge- or festoon-style LEDs are as easy to install as standard bulbs. Their improved illumination and upscale look will be a welcoming addition to any interior.

Let your A3 look great after hours with new LED lighting upgrades from Ziza. This complete interior lighting kit includes bulbs for the vanity lights, trunk lights, front dome lines, rear dome lights, and glove box lights. Install our complete interior lighting package and banish dirty yellow light from your interior, once and for all. These wedge- or festoon-style LEDs are as easy to install as standard bulbs. Their improved illumination and upscale look will be a welcoming addition to any interior.

These European xenon headlight housings for the B8 A4 have automatic adjustment and LED daytime running lights. The E-code beam pattern projects a wider, more pronounced light output. Get rid of the unsightly US-spec amber sidemarkers and enjoy a wider European beam pattern with the European headlight housings. Headlight assemblies do not include bulbs or Xenon ballasts. Bulb types required are D3S and H7.

These European xenon headlight housings for the B8 S4 have automatic adjustment and LED daytime running lights. The E-code beam pattern projects a wider, more pronounced light output. Get rid of your US amber sidemarkers and enjoy a wider European beam pattern with these European headlight housings. Headlight assemblies do not include bulbs or Xenon ballasts. Bulb types required are D3S and H7.