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1 - Easy
Volkswagen MK6 GTI ECS Exhaust System
Basic Skills
Installation Instructions -
ES4305484
Required
Proper service and repair procedures are vital to the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of those performing the repairs. Standard safety procedures and precautions (including
use of safety goggles and proper tools and equipment) should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.
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- Page 1 Basic Skills Installation Instructions - ES4305484 Required Proper service and repair procedures are vital to the safe, reliable operation of all motor vehicles as well as the personal safety of those performing the repairs. Standard safety procedures and precautions (including...
- Page 2 ES#2903346. Please read and familiarize yourself with these instructions before you begin. Thank you for looking to ECS Tuning for all your performance and repair needs, we appreciate your business! *Non-valved exhaust system shown here...
- Page 3 (please reference the YELLOW YELLOW inset photo and highlights above). Page 11 for the remote exhaust valve controller kit contents. © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 4 Open/Boxed End Wrench Set ........ES#2765907 Specialty Tools Oxygen Sensor Wrench • ..........ES#240942 Exhaust Hanger Removal Pliers • ......... ES#2784927 • VAG Connector Removal Tool ........ES#2628676 © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 5 GENERAL PREPARATION AND SAFETY INFORMATION ECS Tuning cares about your health and safety, please read the following safety information. This information pertains to automotive service in general, and while it may not pertain to every job you do, please remember and share these important safety tips.
- Page 6 LH rear muffler hanger hanger Center support brackets Center support brackets w/hangers w/hangers Center muffler Center muffler hanger hanger Rear chassis Rear chassis brace brace © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 7 If you purchased a kit WITH a new downpipe: • Please reference the instructions on ES#2903346. If you purchased a kit WITHOUT a new downpipe: • Please proceed to the next step. © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM...
- Page 8 Take note how the bracket is oriented on the vehicle, it will need to be rotated 180 º when reinstalled. © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM...
- Page 9 Install the bracket rotated 180 º as mentioned in step 5 on Page Torque the bolts to 23 Nm (17 Ft-lbs). © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 10 The best time to install this system is now with the exhaust system completely removed from the vehicle. © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 11 Solenoid Vacuum Valve (QTY 1) Check Valve (QTY 1) Vacuum Hose T-Fitting* (QTY 1) *This is included but may not be required for this installation © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 12 Please proceed to the next page for a detailed diagram of the entire valve controller system. © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172...
- Page 13 To: 12V POWER ( + ) Included vacuum hose Wiring harness Solenoid vacuum Check valve Signal wire valve (Antenna) Arrows must point toward the vacuum source © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 14 Our valved exhaust system requires either a boost tap to be installed (see small inset photo), or another suitable vacuum source must be found. Our ECS Tuning Boost Tap can be found by clicking HERE: © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172...
- Page 15 Vacuum hose Vacuum hose You're now ready to install the new exhaust system, please proceed to the next page. © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 16 “lock” button to close the valve. You should be able to hear a difference in both exhaust tone and volume when the valve is opened or closed. © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM...
- Page 17 LH tail pipe Valved exhaust systems only: Confirm that the jam nut is tight (OPTIONAL: Apply blue threadlocker) NOTE: Valved exhaust system shown here © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 18 & exhaust tips Check for clearance between the Y-pipe & the subframe #1b: Install the cat-back adapter (for stock downpipe only) NOTE: Valved exhaust system shown here © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 19 CAUTION: You can tighten the exhaust clamps DO NOT USE AN IMPACT until they are “snug”, but WRENCH and do not fully tighten them yet! Exhaust pipe Exhaust pipe Exhaust pipe © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 20 (photo #2 & photo #3). CAUTION: You can tighten the exhaust clamps until they are “snug”, but NOT USE AN IMPACT WRENCH and do not fully tighten them yet! © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM...
- Page 21 This system will operate best when you are off throttle. NOTE: Valved exhaust systems only © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM...
- Page 22 • Start the programming procedure over again. • Check your remote batteries. • Review the troubleshooting tips in your owner's manual. Your MK6 GTI ECS Exhaust System installation is complete! © 2021 ECS TUNING 1000 SEVILLE RD. WADSWORTH, OH 44281 1.800.924.5172 WWW.ECSTUNING.COM Table of Contents...
- Page 23 FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY IS MADE OR TO BE IMPLIED WITH all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the RESPECT TO THIS MATERIAL. In no event will ECS Tuning, Incorporated or its affiliates be liable for any vehicle or compromise its safety.
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