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The SYLVANIA Headlight Restoration Kit contains everything you need to restore the performance of your headlight lenses: 1 Oz. Surface Activator ½ Oz. Clarifying Compound 1 Oz. UV-Blocking Clear Coat Waterproof Premium Sandpaper (400, 1000, and 2000 grit) Applicator and Polish Cloths Protective Tape Vinyl Glove

The problem is legend. The cure is at hand. Coil pack failures and engine misfire have been a chronic problem for many VW owners. The symptoms are predictable: the engine misfires and the check engine light illuminates steadily, or blinks. Ignore the problem and you'll ruin your expensive catalytic converter and fail your local emissions test. If your 2.5 is experiencing these issues, then it's time for an ECS ignition service kit. Each kit contains a complete set of updated ignition coils with spark plugs.

You won't believe the difference an LED lighting package makes on 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. Ziza lighting is proud to introduce LED license plate bulbs for your Volkswagen that will not cause a "bulb out" warning. These are direct replacement bulbs that install in minutes, there is no need to wire up fancy resistors or rework your factory wiring to get them functioning properly.

A seriously tough tool for the discerning DIY'er. The Schwaben 24-piece wheel bearing replacement kit contains a heavy duty screw jack and assorted press caps and barrels that will handle most passenger car and light truck wheel bearing sizes. Wheel bearing replacement is made immeasurably more simple with a dedicated replacement kit. And with high quality corrosion-resistant coating, the tools will last through the most intense projects.

The ECS Tuning OE Style Big Brake Kit is the easiest way to get more braking out of your Golf or Jetta. Using cross drilled & slotted rotors and carriers from that are standard on the GTI/GLI, your braking will never feel the same The secret is in the addition of these larger rotors. By moving your stock calipers out further using OE style carriers, your braking is drastically improved. Moving the rotors out and adding a larger rotor gives your car more area to clamp.

Mount up. Add an ECS Tuning dogbone mount stiffener and tighten the tranny-to-chassis connection. Reduce drivetrain movement--especially when your right foot is all the way down--with this high-durometer polyurethane insert, available in red or black. This complete kit installs easily to add muscle to your flabby OE pendulum mount. No need to remove the old mount; just insert the stiffener and fasten it to the chassis with the stretch bolt and large washer included in the kit. Our step-by-step photo tutorial shows you how to harness your horses for improved performance.

The combustion event inside the cylinder must be carefully controlled to realize maximum power and efficiency. Upgrade to the 2.0T ignition coils to ensure your fuel mixture burns rapidly, thoroughly, and reliably, while enhancing the beauty of your engine bay. The stage I ECS Kit includes everything needed for the conversion: stainless steel hardware and a 2.0T Coil Pack Conversion Plate (3 color options). The stage II Kit adds aluminum Coil Pack Hold Downs (3 color options) to keep pressure on the coil pack—a simple and attractive solution to coils popping out of location.

Squeak. Streak. Squeak. Streak. Tired of noisy, last century wiper blades that chatter and don't clean your windshield? Upgrade to sleek wiper arms with beam-style wiper blades in a minute with Valeo. Single strip beam-style blades are simpler and more durable than conventional blades. The wiper blade rubber is attached to a single beam backing strip that bends to the curve of your windshield for clean, quiet wiping. Move up to 21st century wiper technology with this Valeo wiper kit.

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.

Things getting a little flabby south of the hood latch? Is mashing on the "go" pedal producing wheel hop or worrisome driveline vibration? If your factory mounts have thrown in the towel, don't waste your time installing more of the same. Move up to tough and durable mounts and bushings from ECS Tuning. Made of premium aluminum, plated steel, and potent polyurethane, our mounts and bushings are made for anyone who wants something more than parts designed for "average" drivers

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.

Over time debris and accidental scratches can make your tail lights hazy or scratched leaving an unkempt and ugly appearance. This can give your entire vehicle a dated, sloppy look. Replace your tail lights and refresh your vehicle's appearance while increasing safety. This piece will fit perfectly in the original factory position and is the perfect solution to give your vehicle a boost of aesthetic appeal. Those that have a rear fog option or would like to put one in these lights will need to drill out the hole for the fog light bulb.

Lose weight; gain power. We put the chubby stock crank pulley on the ECS diet plan, and out came the lightweight ECS Underdrive Crank Pulley. The ECS Tuning lightweight pulley sprints out of the gate faster, and eats fewer horsepower by cutting parasitic losses. Improve 0-60 times of up to .7 or more with the lightweight underdrive pulley. Reduce crank pulley weight by up to 84%. Complete with shorter accessory drive belt, this kit is a fast and easy way to take back a few ponies so you can run with the herd.

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.

Looking for a fun weekend project? Something fast and easy that will freshen your car's appearance? Direct-fit ECS Tuning badgeless MKVI grilles add a unique styling accent. Available with black or red accent strip, these grilles pop in place easily. Complete kit comes with half round hood filler; leave it black or color match to taste. As a starting point or finishing touch, these grilles add a great look to any MKVI.

If you need technical information about your Volkswagen, for repair or simply for personal satisfaction, a Haynes Repair Manual is a must-have item. DIYers will appreciate the detailed procedures and reference data that have made Haynes a go-to trusted source of information, and the industry benchmark for aftermarket technical books on European makes. Owners hungry for a better understanding of the technology and features that make VW special will enjoy the richly illustrated, detailed explanations of vehicle components, assemblies, and operating strategies.

If you need technical information about your Volkswagen, for repair or simply for personal satisfaction, a Haynes Repair Manual is a must-have item. DIYers will appreciate the detailed procedures and reference data that have made Haynes a go-to trusted source of information, and the industry benchmark for aftermarket technical books on European makes. Owners hungry for a better understanding of the technology and features that make VW special will enjoy the richly illustrated, detailed explanations of vehicle components, assemblies, and operating strategies.

If you need technical information about your Volkswagen, for repair or simply for personal satisfaction, a Haynes Repair Manual is a must-have item. DIYers will appreciate the detailed procedures and reference data that have made Haynes a go-to trusted source of information, and the industry benchmark for aftermarket technical books on European makes. Owners hungry for a better understanding of the technology and features that make VW special will enjoy the richly illustrated, detailed explanations of vehicle components, assemblies, and operating strategies.

ECS has always produced some of the most stunning and classy grilles for a wide range of European cars. The ECS treatment for the MKV Golf and Jetta is truly menacing. The grille installs easily in the place of your factory unit - an easy, quick way to give your car a completely different personality.

Treat your Volkswagen to some attention every 5000 miles in the form of an oil service with a kit from ECS Tuning. No guesswork on the quantity or quality of oil you're purchasing - our kits only include the highest quality oils in quantities that are what your vehicle needs. Pick up a Schwaben Oil Filter Drain Tool to make all your oil services that much easier.

There's one word for Alzor Style 020: classic. Flat-faced multispoke design. Polished aluminum lips. Jewel-like wheel bolts. Brushed aluminum center caps. It all adds up to a classic and classy addition to your 5x100 bolt-pattern Volkswagen. Available in 18x8 and 18x9 square or staggered fitments, Style 020 wheels feature flush-fitting offsets and are hub-centric for your application. A timeless design that complements both modern and period-correct vehicles. We've got plenty of Alzor Style 020s. Get some for yourself.

Treat your Volkswagen to some attention every 5000 miles in the form of an oil service with a kit from ECS Tuning. No guesswork on the quantity or quality of oil you're purchasing - our kits only include the highest quality oils in quantities that are what your vehicle needs. Pick up a Schwaben Oil Filter Drain Tool to make all your oil services that much easier.

Over the years the headlights on your vehicle can essentially be sandblasted by small pieces of debris kicked up from the road surface leaving your headlights clouded and pitted. Don't drive around with foggy or broken headlights; replace yours with a quality piece from TYC. Made to fit exactly like the original, this replacement will fit perfectly and provide the same functionality as the piece it is replacing.

Give 'em what they really want the most: cold, hard cash. Buy a traditional ECS Tuning plastic gift card and include it as a sweet surprise for a special someone. Need something fast? We have an entirely new virtual gift card for last-minute shoppers (and those who don't want to wait for delivery of a plastic card). Just order an ECS virtual gift card in any denomination from 5 to 1000 dollars, and we'll fire it off to your email box in minutes. Then pass it along to friend or family member and let them activate the card and order anything they like from the ECS site.

Includes the housing, wheel bearing, ABS speed ring & wheel hub. This is a complete assembly bolt on spindle. Priced competitive enough to save you money when your wheel bearing goes bad. Kit Includes, Wheel bearing housing (right or left) Wheel bearing ABS speed ring Wheel Hub

Have the buttons on your key fob faded out, fallen off, or just don't seem to click anymore? This is your solution, that will replace the lock, unlock, and trunk release buttons on your key fob. This is just the buttons; electrical board and case are not included.

A highly effective method of unseating over-tightened or corroded screws and bolts, the impact driver accomplishes two important tasks with the blow of a hammer—positively engaging the bolt or screw head while twisting it counter-clockwise. Stripping a critical bolt or screw can stop your project in its tracks, and necessitate hours of tedious labor. Choose the tool professionals use for the job, and leave time for more enjoyable pursuits.

Get a more aggressive OEM look with the German-market front valance for the Bora/Jetta 4Motion. When it comes to replacing body panels on your vehicle, do it right with a Genuine VW piece. Body shops and DIYers waste hours of time trying to get inferior items to fit. This front valance was made in the same molds as originals, so factory fitment is guaranteed. A great replacement for broken or damaged pieces, or if you're just changing things up for a new look. Comes in textured black plastic.

The combustion event inside the cylinder must be carefully controlled to realize maximum power and efficiency. Upgrade to the 2.0T ignition coils to ensure your fuel mixture burns rapidly, thoroughly, and reliably, while enhancing the beauty of your engine bay. The stage I ECS Kit includes everything needed for the conversion: stainless steel hardware and a 2.0T Coil Pack Conversion Plate (3 color options). The stage II Kit adds aluminum Coil Pack Hold Downs (3 color options) to keep pressure on the coil pack—a simple and attractive solution to coils popping out of location.