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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 belts, tensioner, and hardware.

Continual heat cycling and system debris will crack and eventually stain the expansion tank, also referred to as the coolant recovery bottle. Aging coolant tanks can cause several problems, including coolant loss, a leaking pressure cap that lowers system pressure, and a failed low-coolant level sensor. Now you can address all of these issues at once--or head them off before they become bigger problems--with a new coolant expansion tank kit. All come ready to install, with integral fluid sensor and new pressure cap. Go stock or upgrade to the R8 kit with brushed metal cap trim.

While changing your own oil gives you the confidence of knowing your vehicle and how to address its basic needs, using inappropriate parts and fluids will soon prove to be counterproductive and damaging. The wisest and most thorough approach is to invest in a complete Oil Service Kit. ECS-assembled and genuine Audi Oil Service Kits have been scrutinized by our in-house engineers so you can back up that confidence of having done the job on your own. Select kits include an ECS-original magnetic drain plug, attracting harmful metallic particles away from your lubrication system.

While changing your own oil gives you the confidence of knowing your vehicle and how to address its basic needs, using inappropriate parts and fluids will soon prove to be counterproductive and damaging. The wisest and most thorough approach is to invest in a complete Oil Service Kit. ECS-assembled and genuine Audi Oil Service Kits have been scrutinized by our in-house engineers so you can back up that confidence of having done the job on your own. Select kits include an ECS-original magnetic drain plug, attracting harmful metallic particles away from your lubrication system.

Vaico makes it simple to replace worn or failed hood, trunk, or hatch support struts - eliminating the hassle and danger of improperly supported heavy parts. Hood and Trunk Strut Kits are available, including one front hood strut and two rear trunk struts. individual trunk and hatch struts are also available when only a single unit requires replacement.

Vaico makes it simple to replace worn or failed hood, trunk, or hatch support struts - eliminating the hassle and danger of improperly supported heavy parts. Hood and Trunk Strut Kits are available, including one front hood strut and two rear trunk struts. individual trunk and hatch struts are also available when only a single unit requires replacement.

The wiper transmission transfers the movement of the wiper motor to the wiper arms, through use of the linkage, to clear your windshield on a rainy day. If the transmission is damaged, the motor will continue to spin without moving the transmission and the wiper arms will not move. This transmission does not include the linkage arms or motor. Avoid the noise and have your windshield wiper system ready and operating properly when you need it most. Make sure to check out the our wide assortment of new wiper blades for your Audi as well.

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!

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.

The grille for the B8 A5 was designed with a European-style front license plate in mind. For the North American market, an out of place license plate bracket had to be fitted within the existing Euro plate holder. ECS has two Front Plate Filler options to restore Audi's original design. Choose from Satin Black or Glossy Black with Chrome Strips - both parts restore the clean lines of the A5's grille. And because the plate fillers are genuine VW/Audi parts, fitment and quality match the rest of the vehicle.

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 Q5. 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.

A distinct feature of the German automotive ideology is the preservation of austerity and simplicity alongside radical performance innovations. Visual indications of excesses in power and handling are few and subtle. The R treatment of the A3 exterior includes the patented widebody stance, engorged air intakes, and, most discreetly, a sharper mesh grille. Transfer your old Audi rings to the ECS RS Mesh Style Grille, a direct replacement for the stock A3 unit. The unmistakable R look immediately brings your Audi to another level, telling a more aggressive visual story

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.

An easy and highly effective way to refresh the front of your B8 A4 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 and chrome fog light trim rings.

If there's one job on your Audi that won't tolerate shortcuts or mistakes, it's a timing belt replacement. There are no Mulligans, no do-overs to be had. Get it right the first time, or pay. We know what it takes to do this job. That's why we have assembled a wide array of kits from Standard to Ultimate Plus. Get the things you need to do a trouble-free, lasting t-belt service: premium timing belt plus tensioners, rollers, seals, water pump and thermostat. Move up to Plus Kits and get our in-house engineered Lightweight Pulleys.

If there's one job on your Audi that won't tolerate shortcuts or mistakes, it's a timing belt replacement. There are no Mulligans, no do-overs to be had. Get it right the first time, or pay. We know what it takes to do this job. That's why we have assembled a wide array of kits from Standard to Ultimate Plus. Get the things you need to do a trouble-free, lasting t-belt service: premium timing belt plus tensioners, rollers, seals, water pump and thermostat. Move up to Plus Kits and get our in-house engineered Lightweight Pulleys.

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.

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.

Improve braking performance with a ECS Tuning Big Brake Kit. Bolt on larger 312mm GEOMET® coated rotors in either slotted or slotted-and-drilled. Then mount your original calipers away from the spindle centerline with the kit's larger caliper carriers for added mechanical leverage and shorter stops. No need to cough up extra bucks for a set of larger calipers, and you can go on buying readily available standard sized brake pads. Brake your car, without breaking the bank.

Improve braking performance with a ECS Tuning Big Brake Kit. Bolt on larger 312mm GEOMET coated rotors in either slotted or slotted-and-drilled. Then mount your original calipers away from the spindle centerline with the kit's larger caliper carriers for added mechanical leverage and shorter stops. No need to cough up extra bucks for a set of larger calipers, and you can go on buying readily available standard sized brake pads. Brake your car, without breaking the bank.

The belly pans fitted to modern Audis have always appeared to be under-engineered, out of place, cost-cutting parts. Many enthusiasts have chosen to run their cars without the protective cover entirely. This decision, however, ignores the unfortunate reality that the belly pan protects several critical engine & drivetrain components. ECS has a much more sensible solution – The Street Shield Skid Plate features corrosion resistant, 4mm thick 5052 aluminum, with included steel hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection weighing in at only 11.5 lbs.

The belly pans fitted to modern Audis have always appeared to be under-engineered, out of place, cost-cutting parts. Many enthusiasts have chosen to run their cars without the protective cover entirely. This decision, however, ignores the unfortunate reality that the belly pan protects several critical engine & drivetrain components. ECS has a much more sensible solution – The Street Shield Skid Plate features corrosion resistant, 4mm thick 5052 aluminum, with included steel hardware, offering complete engine undercarriage protection weighing in at only 11.5 lbs.

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

Are you looking to go low and trying not to break the bank at the same time? If so, JOM has a designed this coilover kit just for you. This budget-minded coilover system comes with a German TUV quality approval and a one year limited warranty. Ride height is 100% adjustable and the shock damping is set at a fixed rate with ride quality kept in mind. On most applications, these coilovers will lower your vehicle from 30mm on the highest setting, to just over 90mm on the lowest setting.

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.

Dual mass flywheels are nice in theory, until you have to foot the bill for a new one. Ouch. 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, 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.

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. This kit was 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.

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.

Be sure you have everything you need when installing your new suspension system. This kit was 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.