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Are you experiencing squealing noises from the front end of your Mercedes-Benz? A cause of this noise is typically a problematic drive belt system, and for the M272 engine, specifically the belt tensioner. If it's time to service your drive belt system, why stop at just changing the belt and the tensioner? Over time the idler and guide pulleys will begin to make noise as well after years of use. ECS Tuning has the solution to eliminate the irritating noise and get your engine up and running properly. Belt Tensioner and Pulley kits have been assembled to address each concern.

ECS Tuning side markers for the MKVI Golf & Sportwagen replace the garish amber lights for a cleaner front end appearance. Available with clear or smoked lenses, ECS side markers install in minutes with no tools required. Just like factory. Utilizing ultrasonic welding in the manufacturing process keeps these side markers from leaking and provides the best fit possible. These kits include amber bulbs to retain DOT legality.

Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance. If your old coils are tired and unable to do the job, an ignition service kit from ECS Tuning will put some zap in the gap when you need it most. Our ignition service kits are easy to install and come with everything you need to restore ignition efficiency and maintain ignition voltage levels to achieve the most from each power stroke. ECS assembled & OEM BMW kits are available - each include 8 ignition coils and spark plugs, spark plug boot protector, and a service indicator.

Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance. If your old coils are tired and unable to do the job, an ignition service kit from ECS Tuning will put some zap in the gap when you need it most. Our ignition service kits are easy to install and come with everything you need to restore ignition efficiency and maintain ignition voltage levels to achieve the most from each power stroke. ECS assembled & OEM BMW kits are available - each include 6 ignition coils and spark plugs, spark plug boot protector, and a service indicator.

Wheel bearings are one of the most crucial components of a car's suspension. Located in the wheel hub, brake drum, or rotor itself, the 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 noise emanating from the wheel hubs to rough ride characteristics.

Replacing an old cracked oil pan to correct an oil leak means doing the complete job, with fresh gaskets, sealing compound, hardware, oil, and filter. Do the job right the first time with a convenient oil pan replacement kit for a durable, leak-free repair.. ECS has taken pains to assemble the perfect kit for your BMW E30 318i/is, relieving you of the frustration associate with locating the correct parts for a correct refresh yourself.

Don't wait for valves and pistons to bang heads in the dark. Avoid costly engine damage and choose one of several tiers of Timing Belt Service Kits for your VW B5 Passat V6 30V. The ECS assembled Standard Kit includes the minimum service requirement: a new belt, tensioner, and rollers. Maximum-performance, complete refresh Ultimate Plus kits are also available, complete with a Gates Racing Kevlar timing belt, idler roller, tensioner roller, hydraulic tensioner, relay lever for hydraulic tensioner, a water pump, cam seal, and a Schwaben cam locking tool.

MKIV Golf/GTI's came from the factory with a poor glove box design. Instead of replacing the broken unit with a used part that is bound to fail again, fix the problem permanently with the updated Glove Box Lid with redesigned hinge. This part is an exact color match for the Golf/GTI, and because it's an OEM part, fitment and quality are guaranteed.

Odds are, your worn and faded center console armrest 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, with perfect fitment for your Audi B7 A4 3.2L.

The factory oil filter housing cap on your Audi doesn't jive with the rest of the engine bay's fine materials. The super-slick black billet aluminum cap by ECS corrects this oversight, while adding another dimension of increased longevity, durability, and ease of use. Black anodizing maintains the OE look, while durable billet aluminum brings the part up to Audi standards.

Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance. If your old coils are tired and unable to do the job, an ignition service kit from ECS Tuning will put some zap in the gap when you need it most. Our ignition service kits are easy to install and come with everything you need to restore ignition efficiency and maintain ignition voltage levels to achieve the most from each power stroke. ECS assembled & OEM BMW kits are available - each include 10 ignition coils and spark plugs, spark plug boot protector, and a service indicator.

When the time comes to do your regular maintenance, don’t get your supplies at a big box store that might not have exactly what your vehicle calls for. When changing your oil, it is imperative that you get quality parts and components. After all, oil is what keeps your engine lubricated and combats premature wear. These kits from ECS Tuning contain all that you will need to do your regular service on your vehicle. Quality, factory correct oil, filter, and drain plug will all work in harmony to keep those harmful contaminants from circulating through your engine.

ECS Black Out Grille Sets are distinguished by their full matte black ABS plastic construction. The design means that any chips or scratches on the grille will not reveal a white surface underneath black paint, as the parts are integrally black. Engineered to exact OEM dimensions for precise fitment into the BMW F30 3 series, the grilles are available in a carbon fiber-look or matte black finish.

When the time comes to do your regular maintenance, don’t get your supplies at a big box store that might not have exactly what your vehicle calls for. When changing your oil, it is imperative that you get quality parts and components. After all, oil is what keeps your engine lubricated and combats premature wear. These kits from ECS Tuning contain all that you will need to do your regular service on your vehicle. Quality, factory correct oil, filter, and drain plug will all work in harmony to keep those harmful contaminants from circulating through your engine.

Is your belly pan missing cracked or broken? Inclement weather, water and road debris can damage exposed, critical engine components without the protection of the belly pan, causing corrosion and problems down the road. Keep your engine compartment and its critical components protected with the convenient Bremmen Front Belly Pan. Each kit includes a new belly pan and all the necessary mounting hardware for a professional installation.

ECS Exact-Fit stainless reinforced brake lines provide more confident and dependable stopping by maintaining consistent brake pressure, long lasting corrosion resistance, and increased protection from failure. Even when new, factory style fabric mesh lined rubber hoses are prone to expansion under the pressure of hard braking, whether it be highway panic stops or threshold braking at the track. Our lines are braided with stainless steel mesh, affording expansion resistance. This resistance to expansion creates a firmer pedal, and more direct pedal feel.

The MK5 GTI has become one of the most popular Volkswagens to upgrade, tune, and personalize. With a plethora of options available, how do you choose what to do next? Each of the following parts have become extremely popular by fixing, fine tuning, or enhancing the performance and appearance of your VW. Pick one as a weekend project. Call a pal and bolt one on.

Light on weight. Long on looks. The new ECS Tuning Engineered 2-Piece front and rear brake rotors combine the natural advantages of a cast iron braking surface with the weight savings and rapid heat dissipation of an aluminum hat. Cast iron-gray and durable matte black hats create an eye-catching contrast that accents painted calipers behind open-faced alloy wheels. These beauties have all the extras: black anodized hats, cross-drilled and slotted brake faces, and unlike OEM, directionally vaned rotors for better cooling and heat dissipation over stock.

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 B6 Passat LED Interior Lighting Kit. It contains all the LEDs needed for a total lighting upgrade. No need for guesswork or complicated ordering of individual bulbs.

A lesser known feature of the highest caliber performance cars has nothing to do with engine power output, suspension dynamics, or build materials. Almost every truly distinguished European sports car utilizes a limited-slip style differential. While an open differential effectively accomplishes the task of allowing one wheel to spin faster than the other around corners, during power delivery, this behavior is not always desirable.

A lesser known feature of the highest caliber performance cars has nothing to do with engine power output, suspension dynamics, or build materials. Almost every truly distinguished European sports car utilizes a limited-slip style differential. While an open differential effectively accomplishes the task of allowing one wheel to spin faster than the other around corners, during power delivery, this behavior is not always desirable.

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.

A lesser known feature of the highest caliber performance cars has nothing to do with engine power output, suspension dynamics, or build materials. Almost every truly distinguished European sports car utilizes a limited-slip style differential. While an open differential effectively accomplishes the task of allowing one wheel to spin faster than the other around corners, during power delivery, this behavior is not always desirable. The full measure of power is distributed to both wheels with an LSD, for true performance-car acceleration and handling.

A lesser known feature of the highest caliber performance cars has nothing to do with engine power output, suspension dynamics, or build materials. Almost every truly distinguished European sports car utilizes a limited-slip style differential. While an open differential effectively accomplishes the task of allowing one wheel to spin faster than the other around corners, during power delivery, this behavior is not always desirable. The full measure of power is distributed to both wheels with an LSD, for true performance-car acceleration and handling.

The experts at ECS Tuning have developed a kit for your vehicle to take all of the guess work out of the 40k or 60K mile service intervals. While there can often be a great deal of confusion about which parts need replaced and which do not, the ECS kit was developed using the factory recommended protocol for service. The ECS assembled kit performs service on your ignition, fuel, oiling, and intake systems. Kits contain nothing but quality parts to assure that everything will work perfectly. Even includes often overlooked parts, such as the cabin air filter and fuel filter.

Prevent cooling issues before they begin with an ECS Tuning Thermostat Replacement Kit. The experts at ECS have identified all of the common parts that tend to wear significantly or fail and have assembled a comprehensive kit including all replacement parts for a thorough refresh. If your MINI has high miles or has an unreliable thermostat, replace all the critical components at the same time for added assurance.

Prevent cooling issues before they begin with an ECS Tuning Thermostat Replacement Kit. The experts at ECS have identified all of the common parts that tend to wear significantly or fail and have assembled a comprehensive kit including all replacement parts for a thorough refresh. If your MINI has high miles or has an unreliable thermostat, replace all the critical components at the same time for added assurance.

ECS engineers have created a performance clutch kit designed with the enthusiast in mind, meaning you get all the benefits of a single mass flywheel without the drawbacks. The stock dual mass flywheel is designed using the weight to smooth out the clutch engagement which means in most cases going to a single mass they develop a chatter and hard shifting. ECS has found a way to keep that smooth feeling and gain the enhancements in response, the quality any daily driver would want. Kits have been designed with Hardened 4140 chromoly steel for an excellent feel and wear resistance.

Guesswork is expensive - it leads to costly repair errors that can compromise a vehicle's safety and functionality. Talented DIY'er or repair professional, you'll need accurate vehicle data and specifications to truly understand your vehicle. That's why ECS is happy to provide you with the Robert Bentley repair manuals; A reliable, respected source of extensive repair data for your C5 Allroad 2.7T. DVDs are carefully edited and illustrated. A worthwhile investment.

More than likely, you are going to replace the radiator in your vehicle at least once. The joints where the cores meet the end tanks tend to get weak and are the first place to spring a leak. Impacts to the fins themselves can cause holes to form. Corrosion and clogging from the inside can make cooling less than effective and compromise coolant flow. ECS now offers B5 A4 1.8T owners a the premium Valeo Cooler Radiator replacement to address these serious concerns professionally. This is the factory original style radiator, guaranteed to fit perfectly at the stock location.