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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.

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.

Rule #1: Use the right tool for the job. This Brake Caliper Piston Tool Kit from Schwaben is essential for changing your pads or servicing your rear brake calipers. If your caliper pistons need to be simply pressed back in, or if they're threaded and require screwing back in, we've got the caliper piston tool you want. Make sure you're prepared with the right tool for the job with this Brake Caliper Piston Tool Kit from Schwaben Tools.

Achieve a lowered, more aerodynamic appearance with a simple European styling upgrade. The Euro Front Lip for the MKV Jetta adds a distinct performance-oriented design element, hearkening to classic VW performance styling. The two-piece genuine OEM lip spoiler is a direct-fit part and includes the required torx screws and speed nuts for an easy installation.

Achieve a lowered, more aerodynamic appearance with a simple European styling upgrade. The Euro Front Lip for the MKV Jetta adds a distinct performance-oriented design element, hearkening to classic VW performance styling. The two-piece genuine OEM lip spoiler is a direct-fit part and includes the required torx screws and speed nuts for an easy installation.

Some products need to be experienced to be appreciated. We can talk about our LED interior lighting kits, but words will fail. We can describe the light as bright and white, crisp and clean. We can even tell you that our complete interior LED kit will banish ugly yellow illumination and showcase the rich features of your dash and interior trim like never before, but it won't do them justice. Oh well. Guess you'll just have to take advantage of our free shipping on full kits, and see for yourself what a dramatic change LEDs can make to your car, both inside and out.

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 VW 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 VW spacers are aluminum, and are black anodized for corrosion protection. Kits come with correct-length lug bolts to ensure proper thread engagement for safe operation.

Take it to the streets with FK Street-Line coilovers. This affordable entry-level suspension package eliminates guesswork by combining full height adjustment at all four corners, with matching dampers, engineered with fixed, pre-calibrated settings to improve ride quality. The polished steel housings offset bright yellow springs for a great look. The large adjustment range improves vehicle appearance and handling while maintaining ride comfort suitable for a daily driver. German-made to tough DIN quality standards with a one-year warranty.

It's common tuner wisdom that increasing airflow & reducing exhaust restrictions increases an engine's ability to make power. Of course, more available air only translates to increased power output when an engine's ECU adjusts to this new condition by adding more fuel to the mixture. The importance of a superior-performing fuel pump should be obvious - the majority of power modifications place extra demands on this part, posing the risk of fuel cutouts or fuel pump failure. With the Autotech Hi-Volume Fuel Pump Upgrade, the sky is the limit, offering up to 50% more fuel flow.

Take it to the streets with FK Street-Line coilovers. This affordable entry-level suspension package eliminates guesswork by combining full height adjustment at all four corners, with matching dampers, engineered with fixed, pre-calibrated settings to improve ride quality. The polished steel housings offset bright yellow springs for a great look. The large adjustment range improves vehicle appearance and handling while maintaining ride comfort suitable for a daily driver. German-made to tough DIN quality standards with a one-year warranty.

The MKV Jetta has always looked great with a lowered ride height - this model seems to fit a more aggressive stance better than most. ECS now offers superb Performance Spring Kits from Neuspeed, Megan Racing, H&R, Tein, Autotech, Eibach, and Volkswagen, each designed to retain the driveability and ride compliance most owners demand while achieving the performance stance that suits your VW so well. Average lowering ranges from 1.2" to 2", allowing you to choose the Sport or Race Spring Set that best matches your driving style and preferred handling dynamics.

A stripped thread can turn an enjoyable weekend project into an unbearably frustrating experience, occasionally bringing the entire job to a complete halt. The Schwaben Metric Thread Repair Kit was designed specifically for European cars with the most commonly used metric sized threads in mind, keeping your project in motion whenever metric threads are stripped or otherwise damaged. The kit contains everything to keep your project going - simply drill out the old thread, tap out the hole with the correct sized tap, and screw in a new insert with the installation tool.

When addressing a vehicle's braking system, it can be easy to overlook brake fluids. It's not always clear which parts are necessary to do the job correctly - usually resulting in unnecessary time and expense. ECS has assembled three Brake Fluid Flush Kits, each containing the convenient Motive Power Bleeder, Schwaben Bleeder Wrench, and one liter of brake fluid - everything needed for a basic servicing. The level 2 Kit includes a Motive Catch Bottle Set; the level 3 kit further improves the level 2 kit with high-performance TYP 200 brake fluid.

Turn your Jetta into a road eating heavy breather with sale priced APR performance upgrades. Increase volumetric efficiency with free-flowing exhausts, then feed the beast with an APR performance chip upgrade. We have you covered with stainless steel exhausts and performance software upgrades. Buy components or complete systems.

Turn your Jetta into a road eating heavy breather with sale priced APR performance upgrades. Increase volumetric efficiency with free-flowing exhausts, then feed the beast with an APR performance chip upgrade. We have you covered with stainless steel exhausts and performance software upgrades. Buy components or complete systems.

The European style headlight switch is simpler and smarter than the North American assembly. Giving you control for your front and rear fog lights. An especially classy and convenient addition to your VW, the fog light switch gives you needed control of your visibility to following drivers. Installation PDF makes this OEM replacement a breeze.

The European style headlight switch is simpler and smarter than the North American assembly. Giving you control for your front and rear fog lights. An especially classy and convenient addition to your VW, the fog light switch gives you needed control of your visibility to following drivers. Installation PDF makes this OEM replacement a breeze.

Tired of that sickly flicker from your reverse lights? Want some real light back there? Useful light? Light that lets people know you are backing? Light that better illuminates behind you for added safety? If so, what you need is a set of Ziza LED reverse lights. Brighter than stock, these direct fit LEDs cast a bright white light, far more useful than the puny yellow glow from stock bulbs. The bulbs have a standard bayonet base that fits stock sockets perfectly. Twist out the old bulbs; twist in the new.

Ready to blow off a little steam? Stock diverter valves just can't handle performance upgrades. Add a little boost and they get all weak in the knees and go to pieces. It's for this reason that ECS now supplies an unparalleled range of superb Performance Diverter & Blow Off Valves. All of the most prominent brands are represented - Forge, HKS, ECS, EuroSport, Vaico, Kayser, and APR kits all feature boost-hardy internals tough enough to take the pressure without blowing their lids. Each unit works and plays well with your MK4 Jetta engine management system.

Keeping your MK4 Jetta clean in and out maintains its charm and appeal while highlighting any aftermarket additions you've made. ECS supplies a range of Inner & Outer Essentials intended to help you nail down the small things before moving on to the big plans. Each component is a subtle but necessary stylistic addition - guaranteed to enhance this VW's classic impression. Grille upgrades, Moulding & Trim components, and Front & Rear Bumper and Spoiler additions are some of the exceptional options available to browse through.

ECS Tuning MKV Jetta 2.0T Grille Kits offer a more aggressive, menacing look to the front of your car. The honeycomb-style grille is a high-performance nod, and is available with chrome or red lower strips, badged or badgeless. The grilles install easily in the place of the factory unit, requiring zero modification for perfect fitment.

VWR parts, as developed by Volkswagen Racing UK for their competition racecars, have released an excellent Sport Spring Kit for the MKVI Jetta. While these springs do offer the handling and styling benefits of a stiffer, lower spring, the change is a tasteful, subtle departure from the factory handling characteristics. Daily driving comfort is not compromised, lowering a subtle but instantly noticeable average lowering of .75" - 1". Developed in Europe exclusively for your Volkswagen, VWR Sport Springs are a smart, reasonable suspension upgrade.

The MKV generation Jetta represented a return to more traditional German design approaches. The more angular structural elements and aggressive, masculine lines make choosing aftermarket wheels to perfectly compliment your car a formidable challenge. Introducing the Alzor Style 621. Back in stock at a new lower price, the twisted 10-spoke arrangement brings a sense of motion & energy to your running gear, while the Hyper Silver finish matches virtually every car color. The 5x112 bolt pattern bolts right up to your car, requiring zero modification for a simple install.

Enjoy the rare opportunity for significant savings with Schwaben Tool Kit Bundles from ECS. Any order over $200 will be shipped free of charge - the perfect way to invest in professional-quality tools for your European car. Complete 11 piece set of External Torx Sockets are available - these sockets have become popular at many locations, such as seat rails, chassis components, and suspension. Featuring a fine satin finish that's easy on the hands and easy to wipe clean the 12 Pc Metric Combination Wrench Set includes professional grade 8-19mm metric wrenches.

The MKV generation Jetta represented a return to more traditional German design approaches. The more angular structural elements and aggressive, masculine lines make choosing aftermarket wheels to perfectly compliment your car a formidable challenge. Introducing the Alzor Style 621. Back in stock at a new lower price, the twisted 10-spoke arrangement brings a sense of motion & energy to your running gear, while the Hyper Silver finish matches virtually every car color. The 5x112 bolt pattern bolts right up to your car, requiring zero modification for a simple install.

Tired of that sickly flicker from your reverse lights? Want some real light back there? Useful light? Light that lets people know you are backing? Light that better illuminates behind you for added safety? If so, what you need is a set of Ziza LED reverse lights. Brighter than stock, these direct fit LEDs cast a bright white light, far more useful than the puny yellow glow from stock bulbs. The bulbs have a standard bayonet base that fits stock sockets perfectly. Twist out the old bulbs; twist in the new.

ANSA has been designing and manufacturing performance exhaust systems for over half a century. ANSA Silverline direct-fit exhaust systems are engineered to improve your vehicle’s overall performance by generating more horsepower and torque, as well as emitting a wonderful engine note. Designed in Italy, this beautifully made, fully polished stainless steel cat-back exhaust system is made to extend the tips under the stock non cut-out valances on model years 1999-2001. ANSA Silverline series exhaust systems carry a 2-year warranty for the original owner.

Tired of that sickly flicker from your reverse lights? Want some real light back there? Useful light? Light that lets people know you are backing? Light that better illuminates behind you for added safety? If so, what you need is a set of Ziza LED reverse lights. Brighter than stock, these direct fit LEDs cast a bright white light, far more useful than the puny yellow glow from stock bulbs. The bulbs have a standard bayonet base that fits stock sockets perfectly. Twist out the old bulbs; twist in the new.

Eliminate those drab rubber pedals in your vehicle and upgrade to these ECS Tuning replacements. ECS Tuning is proud to introduce our own line of performance pedals. An affordable and easy way to upgrade the looks and functionality of your interior. Brushed aluminum looks give an attractive reflective finish while the rubber inserts give your foot solid pedal feel in any weather conditions.

Your Jetta features highly individualized design elements that make successfully complementing the vehicle with aftermarket wheels a serious challenge. The Alzor Style 803 features a fat five-spoke monoblock design, harkening to classic German design approaches. The 803 accentuates rather than distracts from the Jetta's natural steel musculature, resulting in a unified aesthetic front. Square or staggered sets of four wheels are available, finished in silver and featuring a 2 or 3 inch polished lip.