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If your M5 braking performance does not inspire confidence like it used to, it is in need of a brake system service. ECS has compiled complete Brake Service Kits for the M5 that make your DIY brake service straightforward and trouble-free. Featuring OE-quality rotors, pads, pad sensors, and hardware, we've taken the guesswork out of component selection. Simple. Click on the appropriate kit for your braking needs and we'll ship it right to your door. A straightforward installation and voila, top-class braking performance restored!

ECS tuning is proud to introduce Ziza LED Angel eye bulbs for the E60 5 series. These bulbs eliminate the dull yellow of halogen and replace it with crisp, bright LED light that is 3 times brighter. Simple plug and play installation means no extra work or having to cut and splice wires, just remove you factory bulbs and install these and you are good to go. Ziza LED Angel Eye features: *600 Lumen light output *6000K light color *Up to 30,000 hour life span *OEM installation *Error code free

ECS tuning is proud to introduce Ziza LED Angel eye bulbs for the Face lifted E39 5 series. These bulbs eliminate the dull yellow of halogen and replace it with crisp, bright LED light that is 3 times brighter. Simple plug and play installation means no extra work or having to cut and splice wires, just remove you factory bulbs and install these and you are good to go. Ziza LED Angel Eye features: *600 Lumen light output *6000K light color *Up to 30,000 hour life span *OEM installation *Error code free

Tired of noisy, streaky wiper blades that chatter and don't clean your windshield? Restore your setup with sleek wiper arms with Valeo wiper blades in a minute with Valeo. This pair of blades is a driver-side and passenger-side pair. They match your BMW factory size and their beam style blades contain an integrated wind blade for added aerodynamic efficiency. Don't downgrade to a generic brand from the parts store; go Valeo and treat your BMW right!

Life has its ups and downs, and so should your E39 M5. Dial in the ride height that matches your car and wheels, and improve handling performance at the same time with ST Performance coilovers. STs are made of high-grade, galvanized steel, with preset damping. Premium manufacturing and materials make them quiet and durable, a promise backed by a 5-year limited warranty. The ST package is an ideal upgrade for the BMW owner looking to add coilover features, with minimal fuss and bigger bang for the buck. Order now; we'll ship 'em free. But don't wait too long.

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.

Most of us have to admit to sleeping through a chemistry class--or two--after a rough night. The good news is the Chemical Guys didn't. Now they've put the power of Raw Science to work in a complete professional car care line that combines surface-safe cleaners with lasting protectants and sealers. Stop squirting dish detergent into a bucket. Remove the toughest dirt, even from alloy wheels, and restore your car's exterior and interior finishes to a rich, lasting luster.

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. ECS Tuning offers a complete lineup of black & grey genuine BMW cup holders for your E60, giving you an easy solution to a common problem: Older Cupholder Syndrome. Now you can replace your jammed or damaged cup holders in minutes and stop juggling cups, mugs, and bottles. (If you'd known it was this easy to fix, you'd have done it a long time ago!)

To secure shocks and struts to their mounts, the retaining nut must be torqued to its proper specification using a torque wrench. Strut nut sockets allow for the use of an allen wrench to hold the damper shaft while utilizing your torque wrench on the socket to achieve proper torque. An improper torque value may result in premature mount failure - or worse. Some aftermarket strut nut sizes differ from what was originally found on the vehicle. Please measure your nuts to be sure - alternatively, pick up our Schwaben 5 Piece Strut Nut Socket Set and be covered for all common sizes.

DIY with confidence. Buy PEAKE scan and service light reset tools and we'll ship them free. Don't pay shop labor rates for simple tasks like turning off your SI light or resetting a falsely triggered SRS warning light. PEAKE makes BMW scan tools that fit both under-hood and under-dash diagnostic connectors. Reset warning and reminder lights and retrieve onboard diagnostic data in cars that support OBD II Data Stream.

Rack and roll. In sun or snow, RockyMounts has a roof mount solution for your active lifestyle. Whether you're skiing, snow boarding, or cycling, RockMounts roof rack accessories are as easy to load as they are good looking. For a weekend with nature, a 14er Cargo Cage Roof Basket will handle up to 150 pounds of camping gear. Its scooped grille design keeps items in place, and sheds water and snow. The next time you plan a getaway, plan to take RockyMounts.

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 cupholders in minutes and stop juggling cups, mugs, and bottles. (If you'd known it was this easy to fix, you'd have done it a long time ago!)

BMW has an ongoing issue with oil separators freezing in cold weather if driving is done before the vehicle is fully warmed up. There is often a howling noise followed by numerous oil leaks. The crankcase breather valve is used to purge the oil vapor from the engine block into the valve cover. However, sometimes condensation can cause it to freeze, causing the entire oil separator system to fail, crack, and disintegrate. From the basic repair kit all the way up to a full oil separator overhaul - let ECS be your source for high quality replacement parts

The Volkswagen Audi Group catalog includes more than just Volkswagens and Audis. This results in more than a couple overlaps in parts, for both performance and styling. If you know where to look, that is. We do. ECS Tuning brings you the front lip spoiler from the European-only SEAT Cupra R. This lip features an aggressive design not found on any US-market car. While not exactly direct-fit, with some slight tweaking, you can give your Golf a unique appearance that will have other enthusiasts guessing. And to sweeten the deal, take a look at the price!

Tired of getting wet when it rains, or opening your door to pay at the drive-through window? Get those windows moving again with replacement BMW window regulators from ECS Tuning. Power windows shouldn't require elbow grease. Do yours? Life has its ups and downs; so should your E39's windows.

This brawny 12-point socket set is a great set to have on-hand for any European car owner. The hefty ½ inch-drive shank accepts breaker bar, impact guns, or torque wrenches. Specially hardened to take the added abuse from a impact gun, these sockets are also coated for added protection and so you can tell them apart from non impact rated sockets. Significant internal depth allows for use with a range of applications with varying length shafts. Made of durable chrome vanadium steel, these sockets are tough enough to get the job done.

Spacers for your racer. ECS Tuning lets you tweak your stance - or swagger down the road with a 20mm monster offset. Engineered and tested in-house to fit your Porsche perfectly. Choose from our huge inventory of hub centric spacers in thicknesses sure to match your car, your wheels, and your shopping budget. All ECS BMW spacers are aluminum, and are black anodized for corrosion protection. Kits come with correct-length black lug bolts and stainless steel set screws for a complete package.

Value and quality are important. You need to make a buck, and don't want comebacks marring your reputation, and eating into your profits. But convenience matters,too. Packaged kits simplify inventory tracking, improve repair quality, and fatten repair ticket bottom lines. ECS Tuning gives you all three; combine price, quality and convenience in a single package with our BMW Oil Service Kits.

Now you can stack your extra wheels without the danger of scratches and scuffs. This wheel storage rack keeps your wheels spaced apart, and being on locking casters, allows you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. Sturdy steel construction and a wide base means this wheel rack won't tip over. Holds up to 275lbs - enough for most any wheel & tire set. Fits up to 8½" wide wheels, depending on offset.

Value and quality are important. You need to make a buck, and don't want comebacks marring your reputation, and eating into your profits. But convenience matters,too. Packaged kits simplify inventory tracking, improve repair quality, and fatten repair ticket bottom lines. ECS Tuning gives you all three; combine price, quality and convenience in a single package with our BMW Oil Service Kits.

Massive rotors, multiple-piston brakes, and advanced pads are glamorous, eye-catching upgrades to your vehicle. But experienced enthusiasts know that all that stopping power relies on adequately bled brake lines. Your brake fluid is incompressible, like a metal; but air is compressible, so ridding your lines of this gas is imperative for fully realized braking power and response. ECS has an array of solutions to tighten up your braking system, including a Power Brake Bleeder, multiple synthetic Brake Fluid options, and a premium Schwaben Brake Bleeder Wrench.

A great way to clean up the front of your E34 is by replacing the factory fog light lenses. Condensation and external wear quickly ages this part, dating your vehicle. The Ziza Clear Fog Light Lens kit is simple to install and will immediately take years off your BMW.

To keep your driving machine in top shape, regular maintenance is imperative. BMW recommends the Inspection II at 40,000 miles & at each 40,000 miles thereafter. Doing all of the necessary inspections will keep your vehicle running much longer and cleaner. However, if you're out of warranty, the out of pocket expense from the dealership can be a little hard to handle. Luckily, ECS Tuning is here to help. After consulting with all of BMWs available information, the engineers at ECS Tuning have assembled a comprehensive kit to address all of the issues covered during Inspection II.

Lifting your E39 has never been safer or easier than it is with hydraulic jack head adapters from ECS Tuning. Our black floor jack adapter with contrasting ECS etched logo sits into the round lift head found on most hydraulic jacks, including the Schwaben Low Boy. Its rectangular head then engages the recesses on all BMW lift pads, making a safe, stable lift point that won't damage underbody panels or paint. Have damaged or missing lift pads? Buy the adapter, individual pads, or kits that include lift adapter with pad set.

A sloppy shifter detracts from your driving pleasure. If you want to bring back that factory crisp shifter, this kit will do that for you, it includes everything you need to rebuild your shifter assembly, from bushings and clips, down to the dowel pin. See kit contents tab for a list of everything included.

Store your wheels and tires without taking up floor space! Supporting up to 250 pounds, the adjustable rack allows you to store up to four 11½" wide wheels and tires. The parts are all steel and the rack folds upwards out of the way when not in use. Mounting holes spaced 48" apart to conveniently adapt to standard center studs.

Add a Euro look to your US spec MKV Golf or Jetta with European style and projector headlights. Not only are these headlights an upgrade in the looks department; they also upgrade how well you can see. The halogen projectors and Euro lenses provide brighter, clearer light in an improved pattern. It's easy. Plug in, switch on, and turn heads.

The specialty tool experts at Schwaben have released a series of superbly engineered, exceptionally reliable car ramps, now available from ECS tuning. The new 30" to 67" Car Ramps are available with a regular or low-profile design. Specially made to accommodate vehicles with low bumper clearance, the low-profile ramps eliminate the risk of body damage & the dangers of sliding ramps. These Schwaben Ramps are made from advanced EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam with a special anti-skid coating, preventing sliding while adding additional structural strength.

Schwaben Specialty Tools is known for releasing clever, highly useful automotive tools that make owning a European car less frustrating and more fun. Two new exciting product releases - the Mechanic's Stethoscope and the Scraper, Pick and Hook set - are superb examples of Schwaben reliability and ingenuity. Featuring an aluminum probe & rubber trumpet, the Schwaben Stethoscope makes finding vacuum leaks, pressure flow noises, and knocks infinitely more simple. The Scraper, Hook And Pick Set is an indispensable kit with endless uses, from carbon cleaning to picking out o-rings.

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes in your car until you see it with your own eyes. LED illumination is a far brighter and friendlier light, crisp and clean, especially when compared to the dingy yellow glow from conventional filament style bulbs. Now you can do a complete LED conversion using our BMW E60 5-Series sedan Interior Lighting Kit. It contains all the LEDs needed for a total lighting upgrade. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs