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Service Maintenance H e a d i n g 1. Engine list 2. Service work 3. General information 4. Descriptions of work 5. Exhaust emissions test 6. 00 Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI) 7. Glossary 8. ---Change history--- Technical information should always be available to the foremen and mechanics, because their careful and constant adherence to the instructions is essential to ensure vehicle road-worthiness and safety.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Service work Information reference flexible or fixed service ⇒ page 7 Service tables up to model year ►2020 ⇒ page 10 Service tables as of model year 2021►...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 2.1.3 Fixed service For vehicles with a fixed service, fixed services are calculated. This means that the mileage or time values are already set by Volkswagen.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note For vehicles with a flexible service but which are serviced ac‐ cording to fixed service intervals, the service interval display must be recoded to “non-flexible”...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Service tables up to model year ►2020 Note The service tables apply in general with differences depend‐ ♦ ing on the vehicle model and equipment level. There is no relation between individual vehicles and identified vehicle identification numbers.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work – Charging cable: check that cable is present and check its condition. • Applies only to BEV and PHEV –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Inspec‐ Exten‐ Scope of work change tion service scope of inspec‐ tion (applies only in addition to regu‐ lar in‐ spec‐ tion) –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Inspec‐ Exten‐ Scope of work change tion service scope of inspec‐ tion (applies only in addition to regu‐ lar in‐ spec‐ tion) –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Inspec‐ Exten‐ Scope of work change tion service scope of inspec‐ tion (applies only in addition to regu‐ lar in‐ spec‐ tion) –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work Climate and traffic con‐ For operation with fuels that are »NOT« compliant ditions usual for passen‐ with standards EN 228 ⇒...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work Climate and traffic conditions usu‐ Countries with high levels of dust al for passenger vehicles ⇒ page 37 Dust and pollen filter (cabin filter): Every 60,000 km Max.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work Climate and traffic conditions usu‐ Countries with high levels of dust al for passenger vehicles ⇒ page 37 Toothed belt and camshaft drive...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 2.2.12 Brake fluid Scope of work Climate and traffic conditions usu‐ Only for markets outside Europe al for passenger vehicles and with fixed oil change intervals Brake and clutch system: chang‐...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work Interval Natural gas system: visually inspecting natural gas 4 years after initial registration, tank for corrosion and leakage then every 2 years •...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work – Edge protection on doors (plastic film): remove. – Vehicle exterior: check for cleanliness. – Tyre pressure: check. – Wheel bolts: tighten to specified torque.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Oil change Inspection Scope of work service – Charging cable: check that cable is present and check its condition. • Applies only to BEV and PHEV –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Oil change Inspection Scope of work service – Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and damage – Exhaust system: inspect for leaks, firm seating and damage.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Oil change Inspection Scope of work service – Service interval display: resetting – Headlight adjustment: check and adjust as necessary. – Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: calibrate after tyre pressure has been corrected.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 2.3.4 Air filter Scope of work Climate and traffic conditions usu‐ Countries with high levels of dust al for passenger vehicles ⇒ page 37 Air filter: cleaning housing and re‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work Climate and traffic conditions usu‐ Countries with high levels of dust al for passenger vehicles ⇒ page 37 Water drain valves at rear (Pas‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 2.3.11 Spark plugs Scope of work Petrol engine compliant E100 Petrol engine not compli‐ with EN 228 ant with EN 228 ⇒ page...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Scope of work Interval Dual clutch gearboxes (DSG) 0DD, 0DL and 0BH: Every 60,000 km change gear oil. Dual clutch gearbox (DSG) 0GC: change gear oil.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 General information General warnings for working on high-voltage system Raising vehicle with lifting platform or trolley jack ⇒ page 28 Entries in service schedule ⇒...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 3.2.2 Lifting points for lifting platform and trolley jack NOTICE If the support plates or lifting arms of the lifting platform are improperly seated the surrounding parts of the vehicle may be damaged.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Entries in service schedule If a component is changed which has a change interval prescri‐ bed by the manufacturer, e.g. the toothed belt, the new change interval begins at the time the component is changed.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Sequence of operations – Connect diagnostic line connector to diagnostic connection. – Switch on vehicle diagnostic tester. – Switch on ignition. Now follow instructions on screen in order to start desired func‐...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 3.5.3 Significance of vehicle identification number 000 234 Manufacturer Filler charac‐ Model Filler charac‐ Model year Production lo‐ Serial number code ters...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 3.6.2 Vehicle data sticker The vehicle data sticker -arrow- is located in luggage compart‐ ment on right in spare wheel recess. The vehicle data sticker is also found in the service schedule for the customer.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 • Vehicle is often driven at full throttle with high payload or whilst towing a trailer • Using diesel with elevated sulphur content •...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Country overview for diesel not compli‐ ant with EN 590 Examples in fuel inadequacies that can lead to shortened main‐ tenance / exchange intervals: ♦...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 3.10 Country overview for petrol not compli‐ ant with EN 228 Examples in fuel inadequacies that can lead to shortened main‐ tenance / exchange intervals: ♦...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 El Salvador Liberia Saudi Arabia Caribbean, left-hand traf‐ Ivory Coast Libya Senegal Dutch Overseas Territo‐ ries Eritrea Philippines Sierra Leone Republic of Congo...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Country 30,000 km / 2 years 20,000 km / 2 years 15,000 km /1 year 10,000 km /1 year Abu Dhabi Afghanistan...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Country 30,000 km / 2 years 20,000 km / 2 years 15,000 km /1 year 10,000 km /1 year Iran Jamaica Yemen...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Country 30,000 km / 2 years 20,000 km / 2 years 15,000 km /1 year 10,000 km /1 year Peru Philippines Republic of Congo...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Check axle mountings also for following damage: ♦ Complete separation of rubber and metal parts. ♦ Large play between mounting and suspension link, which has a considerably negative effect on the function of the mounting.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 The headlights may not light in brightness. The rain and light sensor is located centrally at top of wind‐ screen -arrow-. – Switch on ignition.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Front passenger front airbag: checking key switch and “ON/OFF function” Note The “PASSENGER AIRBAG ON/OFF” switch is located in the dashboard on the front passenger side.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Status of battery (12V): reading - send‐ ing diagnosis protocol via online con‐ nection Note Applies only to vehicles with start/stop and energy recovery...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Check for appropriate direction of rotation, or make sure that the inner and outer sides have not been interchanged. 4.7.2 Wear pattern: checking...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note Tyre pressures for the relevant model can also be found on ♦ a sticker. It is attached to the inside of tank flap or to B-pillar.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.7.5 Tyre pressures, Passat Note During delivery inspection, check that tyre inflation pressure ♦ sticker is fitted. If the sticker is missing, order a new sticker through ETKA.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Part number Passat -3G0 010 817 B- Part number -3G0 010 817 J- Half payload Half load, comfort Full payload kPa/bar/psi kPa/bar/psi...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Part number Passat -3G0 010 817 F- Part number -3G0 010 000 G- Half payload Half load, comfort Full payload kPa/bar/psi kPa/bar/psi...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Part number Passat -3G0 010 000 AE- Part number -3G0 010 000 AN- Half payload Half load, comfort Full payload kPa/bar/psi kPa/bar/psi...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Part number Passat -3G0 010 000 AH- Part number -3G0 010 000 BB- Half payload Half load, comfort Full payload kPa/bar/psi kPa/bar/psi...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Part number -3G0 010 000 BC- Passat Half payload Full payload kPa/bar kPa/bar Tyre size Front Rear Front Rear 215/55 R17 94W 230/2.3...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.7.6 Tyre pressures, Passat estate Note During delivery inspection, check that tyre inflation pressure ♦ sticker is fitted. If the sticker is missing, order a new sticker through ETKA.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Spare wheel Part number Passat Estate -3G0 010 817 Q- Part number -3G0 010 000 B- Part number -3G0 010 000 N-...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Valid for all authorised wheel/tyre combinations. ⇒ Wheels and tyres guide; Rep. gr. 44; Wheels, tyres, vehicle geometry; Wheel and tyre combinations...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Part number -3G0 010 000 BD- Passat Estate Half payload Full payload kPa/bar kPa/bar Tyre size Front Rear Front Rear 215/55 R17 94W 230/2.3...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.7.7 Tyre pressures, Passat Estate "All‐ track" Note During delivery inspection, check that tyre inflation pressure ♦ sticker is fitted. If the sticker is missing, order a new sticker through ETKA.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Valid for all authorised wheel/tyre combinations. ⇒ Wheels and tyres guide; Rep. gr. 44; Wheels, tyres, vehicle geometry; Wheel and tyre combinations...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 NOTICE ♦ Never allow brake fluid to come into contact with fluids that contain mineral oils (e.g. oil, petrol, cleaning agents). Mineral oils will damage seals and rubber grommets of brake system.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Connect filler hose from brake filling and bleeding unit to adapter -1-. – Set correct pressure on brake filling and bleeding equipment ⇒...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Open bleeder screw, and let appropriate quantity of brake fluid run out ⇒ page 74 – Close bleeder screw. Torque: ⇒ Brake system; Rep. gr. 47;...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Fit again cover cap on bleeder valve of rear left brake cali‐ per. – Repeat procedure on rear right of vehicle.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Unscrew adapter from brake fluid reservoir. – Check brake fluid level and adjust level if necessary. It must be between position -1- and -2-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.10.1 Front disc brake pads: checking thick‐ ness Note One some vehicles it may be very difficult to ascertain or meas‐ ure the thickness of the pad due to the geometry of the wheel rim.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Tighten wheel securing bolts in diagonal sequence to speci‐ fied torque ⇒ page 143 – Place adapter in vehicle tool kit after completing work.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note To prevent brake fluid from flowing out of the reservoir, the max. marking -1- must not be exceeded. Brake fluid level at inspection service...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.20 All-wheel drive coupling: changing oil Note On vehicles with all-wheel drive coupling the drain plugs and ♦ sealing plugs of both systems are often interchanged ow‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Screw in new oil drain plug with new seal and tighten it to specified torque. Oil drain plug is fitted with captive seal.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Open valve -arrow- and hold oil container as shown in the illustration. – Fill enough oil in system with charging device -VAS 6291 A- until it starts to escape between adapter and gearbox housing.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Ensure adherence to prescribed temperature range during oil level check if oil temperature was not within prescribed temper‐ ature range of 20°C to 40°C when topping up oil.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.24 Head-up display (HUD): removing pro‐ tective film Switching on Head-up Display • The transport mode must be switched off. – Press control next to light switch to switch on the Head-up Display.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.29 Cooling system: checking frost protec‐ tion and coolant level Note The water used for mixing has a major influence on the ef‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 may, however, be increased only to a maximum of -48°C. Otherwise, the cooling effect will be impaired. The coolant concentration must not be reduced by adding ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note If the currently used coolant additive cannot be determined ♦ precisely, use the scale -2- for coolant additive G13. Please observe disposal instructions! ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Version 3 ♦ Delivery inspection: coolant level is at least at “MAX mark‐ ing”. ♦ During delivery inspection, coolant level above “MAX mark‐...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.30 Cooling system for high-voltage sys‐ tem: checking coolant additive and coolant level Note The water used for mixing has a major influence on the ef‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 may, however, be increased only to a maximum of -48°C. Otherwise, the cooling effect will be impaired. The coolant concentration must not be reduced by adding ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Check coolant additive ⇒ page 96 – Replenish coolant up to “max. mark” -2-. – Fit a new lead seal to coolant expansion tank.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note If the currently used coolant additive cannot be determined ♦ precisely, use the scale -2- for coolant additive G13. Please observe disposal instructions! ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note Before opening the system, place a cloth around the filter hous‐ ing. – Unscrew bolts -arrows- in sequence shown -1- to -5-.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Continue installation in reverse order of removal. Specified torque Bolts for filter housing NOTICE The high-pressure pump has very close tolerances and must not be allowed to run without fuel.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 ♦ Spring-type clip pliers -VAS 6499- ♦ Torque screwdriver -VAS 6494- Note Always use genuine part for air filter element: see Electronic ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Release hose clips -1- and -2-. – Pull air filter housing in -direction of arrow- off ball studs. – Pull off both air hoses.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Insert air filter element -2- centrally into mounting in air filter upper part -1-. – Fit lower part of air filter -3- onto upper part of air filter -1-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.32.2 Removing and installing air filter ele‐ ment, 1.5 l TSI engines Removing – Unscrew securing bolts -arrows- from upper part of air filter housing -1- and lift it together with air ducts to one side.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Installing – Check air filter housing, air mass meter and water drains for soiling, and clean them, if necessary ⇒ page 108 –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Installing – Check air filter housing, air mass meter and water drains for soiling and clean them if necessary ⇒ page 108 –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.32.5 Removing and installing air filter ele‐ ment, common rail engines, version 2 Removing – Unscrew and remove bolts -arrows- from upper part of air filter.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.32.6 Air filter element, common rail engine, engine code CUAA: removing and in‐ stalling Removing – Unclip line -1- on upper part of air filter.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.32.7 Fuel filter housing: cleaning Note The air mass value may be falsified due to excessive soiling ♦ or moisture. This would lead to a loss of power because a smaller injection quantity is calculated.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.33.2 Recommendation for using multi-pur‐ pose additive for diesel fuel Note In the following markets with a high risk of coke and deposit ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.34.2 Recommendation for using multi-pur‐ pose additive for petrol fuel Note In the following markets with a high risk of coke and deposit ♦...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Country Syria Chad Uzbekistan United Arab Emirates Vietnam 4.35 Engine and components in engine compartment: inspecting for leaks and damage (from above and below) –...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.36 Engine cover panel “top”: removing and installing Engine cover panel: removing and installing, 1.5 l TSI engines ⇒ page 113 Engine cover panel, 1.8 l TSI engines and 2.0 l TSI engines: removing and installing ⇒...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Then press engine cover panel -1- on ball studs -a-. 4.36.2 Engine cover panel, 1.8 l TSI engines and 2.0 l TSI engines: removing and...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Press engine cover panel into rubber grommets first on left side and then on right side. 4.36.3 Engine cover panel, common rail die‐...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Installing – To prevent damage, do not strike engine cover panel with the fist or a tool. – Position engine cover panel, paying attention to oil filler neck and dipstick.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 B - Oil can be replenished up to the max. mark -A-. C - Oil must be replenished. The oil level must then be at least in the upper half of the measuring area -B-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Draining engine oil after 1st oil change – Unscrew oil drain plug -2- and dispose of seal -3-. Note The oil drain plug will be reused after the 1st oil change.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.39.3 Draining engine oil and renewing oil fil‐ ter, 1.8 l TSI and 2.0 l TSI engines Special tools and workshop equipment required ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Renew filter element -3-. Note Disregard the remaining items -4, 5 and 6-. – Tighten oil filter housing -arrow- to specified torque using 32 mm hexagon socket insert.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Unscrew oil drain plug or sealing plug. – Let engine oil drain. – Screw in new oil drain plug together with seal hand-tight, and then tighten to specified torque.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Disconnect connector -1- from return-flow pump. – Unclip alternator cable -2- from clip -3- and swing it in -direction of arrow-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Specified torque Oil drain plug in screw cap – Remove oil drain plug. – Let engine oil drain. Note After the engine oil has been drained, the oil drain plug must ♦...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Use oil filler funnel -VAS 6842A- with suitable adapter if necessary to fill oil. – Clean sealing surface in engine oil filler neck using a lint-free cloth prior to screwing in the cap.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Passat to model year ►2017 Petrol engines Oil quantity with VW engine oil standards filter (I) Engine code Capacity / out‐ With flexible...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.42 Panoramic sliding sunroof Note Only special lubricant may be used from the following vehi‐ ♦ cle identification number. WVWZZZ3CZGE003578 (3G2) ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Open sunroof roller blind completely. – Open glass panel completely. – Remove loose particles of dirt in the guide rail in advance using an industrial vacuum cleaner.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Close glass panel just enough so that wind deflector is still completely deployed. – Remove residual grease and dirt from guide rail using a lint-free cloth.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Open glass panel completely. – Remove residual grease and dirt from guide rail using a lint-free cloth. – Apply lubricant to guide rail from outside -arrows-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Open glass panel completely. – Apply lubricant to support cage of glass panel mechanism at friction surface from inside or outside -arrow-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Perform complete sequence of roof system operations and check again for lubricant residue at all lubrication points. 4.42.8 Wind deflector: cleaning Glass panel completely open.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Open glass panel -1- completely. – Check seal on roof -3- for damage. – Clean seal on roof -3- and sealing surfaces on glass panel -2-.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.43 Panorama sliding roof with rear panor‐ ama roof Note Only special lubricant may be used from the following vehi‐ ♦ cle identification number.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.43.2 Cleaning and greasing guide rails and mechanism support – Open roof system completely and remove loose particles of dust in guide rails in advance using a wet and dry vacuum cleaner.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Clean coarse dirt from support for mechanism -1- using a grease-free brush or a lint-free cloth. – Grease support for mechanism -1- using a brush.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note Before loosening or tightening the wheel bolts, remove the cov‐ er caps. The puller hook to remove the cover caps is located with the vehicle tool kit.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 ♦ Adapter set for tamper-proof wheel bolts -T10313- ♦ Torque wrench – Slide adapter -2- as far as stop onto anti-theft wheel bolt -1-.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Fit cover caps on wheel bolts. Install wheel trim by inserting trim evenly into steel wheel. En‐ sure that valve -B- seats in cut-out -A- of wheel trim.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note The following description applies to diesel vehicles with SCR ♦ process (selective catalytic reduction). Additional information on the SCR process and reducing ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 ♦ Additionally note the reducing agent manufacturer's usage and storage instructions. Technical data ♦ “NO x reducing agent AUS 32” is the designation according to ISO 22241-1.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.46.2 Health risk and cleaning CAUTION ♦ AdBlue ® /DEF is corrosive and an irritant that can cause in‐ jury on contact with the skin, eyes and respiratory organs.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Open fuel tank flap. – Open the tank cap -arrow- of the reducing agent tank (AdBl‐ ® /DEF) under the fuel tank flap.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Press Infotainment button – Press function button. Setup – Press function button. Tyres – Press function button. – Press function button.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 ♦ Refractometer -T10007B- Note In countries and regions where no frost occurs due to the local climatic conditions, the anti-freeze protection does not need to be checked.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note Genuine washer fluid ⇒ ETKA prevents the spray jets, wash‐ ♦ er fluid reservoirs and connecting hoses from freezing. In vehicles with fan jets, the reservoir must be filled with ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 1 - Cowl panel in front of windscreen 2 - Adjuster, Torx size 8 3 - Fan jet 4 - Bonnet – Adjust the spray jet -3- by turning the adjuster -2- using a Torx screwdriver.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 If spray pattern deviates from specifications, carry out repair measures. Note The same test pattern is also to be used for vehicles with halo‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Lift the wiper arm away from windscreen. NOTICE When doing this, do not touch the wiper blade to prevent damage. – Remove upper securing clip upwards and lower securing clip downwards -arrows-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – When engine is switched off move wiper lever down to touch-wipe function within 10 seconds. The wiper blades move to the service position.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Push the standard wiper blade into mounting. Ensure that it audibly engages into locking device or turn wiper blade with lip down onto stop.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 • Vehicle and headlight adjuster must be aligned. • Inclination must be set. • Refer to the ⇒ operating instructions for headlight adjust‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 The bright core of the light beam must be to the right of the vertical line. Note After correct adjustment of dipped beams, the centre point of the main beam must lie on the centre mark -3-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Inclination for SAE VOR halogen headlights Fill level of Inclination fuel gauge 0 to 1/2 0.2% 1/2 to 1 0.0% VOR: Visual Optical Aim Right -2- –...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.53 Headlight adjustment: checking LED headlights with cornering light Note Additional weights are no longer used. ♦ Instead, a different inclination setting on the headlight adjust‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Deactivate dynamic cornering light in Infotainment system Note Deactivation is not necessary if the “city light” mode was de‐ ♦ activated by switching the ignition off and on and actuating the headlight flasher.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Test pattern with dynamic main beam Note For dynamic main beam test pattern, headlights need to be ♦ reset to basic settings using vehicle diagnostic tester.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – The breaking point -2- between the horizontal part of the light-dark border on the left and the slope on the right should be on the vertical line passing through the centre mark.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Test pattern with dynamic main beam Note For dynamic main beam test pattern, headlights need to be ♦ reset to basic settings using vehicle diagnostic tester.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – The breaking point -2- between the horizontal part of the light-dark border on the left and the slope on the right should be on the vertical line passing through the centre mark.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Subsequent check of left headlight NOTICE The subsequent check of the headlight is performed using the test pattern for the dipped beam headlight.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 • Vehicle and headlight adjustment unit must be aligned. • Inclination must be set. • Event memory must be cleared. • If the headlight adjustment unit has an adjustment mode, select it.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note To simplify the determination of the breaking point -2-, cover ♦ and uncover left (from driver perspective) half of the head‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Inclination setting for SAE-compliant VOR gas discharge head‐ lights, LED headlights and DLA headlights Fill level of Inclination fuel gauge 0 to 1/2 0.0%...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Turn lateral adjustment screw -1- until setting is correct. The lateral adjustment mechanism is sealed on SAE-compliant headlights. 4.54.5 LED headlights: adjusting, version 2 Note The headlight adjustment is subject to a separate charge.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.55.1 Test and adjustment conditions • Tyre pressure OK • Headlight lenses must not be damaged or dirty. • Reflectors and lights OK •...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Check headlight adjustment using headlight adjusting unit -VAS 621 001- – Press function button -1- in main menu of headlight adjusting unit -VAS 621 001-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note To simplify the determination of the breaking point -2-, cover ♦ and uncover left (from driver perspective) half of the head‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note To simplify the determination of the breaking point -2-, cover ♦ and uncover left (from driver perspective) half of the head‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Adjusting left headlight Lateral adjustment Height adjustment – Turn height adjustment screw -2- until setting is correct. – Turn lateral adjustment screw -1- until setting is correct.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – For calibration of the main beam, »VW Seg« must be selec‐ ted on the headlight adjustment unit -VAS 621 001-. – Transfer measured values for both headlights in angular mi‐...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 There is no provision for lateral adjustment. Version 2 Fog light in bumper, left-side Location of adjustment screw on right fog light is a mirror image.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Pour about 0.5 litre of tap water into the water drain from a measuring beaker using a commercially available funnel. Proceed with caution to make sure no water enters the vehi‐...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – To rectify dents, slide bellows upwards, reach inside the bellows with your hand and press out the dents. – Check that bellows are properly engaged in axial bearing: ♦...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note During oil change service or inspection, only warning stick‐ ♦ ers that are attached in visible areas are checked. Missing warning stickers on high-voltage components must ♦...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Disconnect electrical connectors -1-. – Unscrew bolts -2-. – Push puller -T10530- as far as stop into hole in ignition coil -1-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Note Observe installation position of ignition coils with output ♦ stage! Ensure that the cables are not kinked or damaged. ♦ – Unscrew spark plugs using spark plug socket -3122 B-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Connect electrical connectors -1-. – Install air pipe -2-. – Fit hose clips -1- and -3-. Specified torque Spark plugs in cylinder head Bolt for ignition coil with output stage 4.71.2...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Disconnect electrical connectors -1-. – Unscrew bolts -2-. – Push puller -T10530- as far as stop into hole in ignition coil -1-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Repeat step for all ignition coils with output stage. Note Observe installation position of ignition coils with output ♦ stages! Ensure that the cables are not kinked or damaged.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Apply a thin bead of silicone paste on the circumference of the sealing hose of the ignition coil with output stage -arrow-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Install air pipe -2-. – Fit hose clips -1- and -3-. Specified torque Spark plugs in cylinder head Bolt for ignition coil with output stage 4.71.3...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Tighten knurled nut -2- in -direction of arrow-. – Pull ignition coil on puller -T10530- in -direction of arrow- out of cylinder head cover.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Screw in new spark plugs and tighten them to specified tor‐ que using spark plug socket -3122 B- ⇒ page 201 –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 4.71.4 Spark plugs: renewing, 1.8 l TSI en‐ gines and 2.0 l TSI engines Removing – Remove engine cover panel ⇒ page 113 –...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Repeat step for all ignition coils with output stage. Note Observe installation position of ignition coils with output ♦ stages! Ensure that the cables are not kinked or damaged.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Apply a thin bead of silicone paste on the circumference of the sealing hose of the ignition coil with output stage -arrow-.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Repeat step for all ignition coils with output stage. Note Observe installation position of ignition coils with output ♦ stages! Ensure that the cables are not kinked or damaged.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Apply a thin bead of silicone paste on the circumference of the sealing hose of the ignition coil with output stage -arrow-.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Exhaust emissions test This chapter provides information on the following subjects: Exhaust emissions test for petrol engines ⇒ page 208 Exhaust emissions test for diesel engines ⇒...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 ♦ Fuel type ♦ Mileage The following vehicle data can be found in the vehicle registra‐ tion certificate part 1: ♦ Registration number: “e.g. WOB-HH 1234”...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – If specified data for EET are available as bar code, read bar code of EET data sheet with bar code reader.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 • Parking brake applied • 12V battery fully charged (if battery charge is too low, raise idling speed if necessary). – Perform exhaust emissions test according to instructions on display.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 – Press function button. Setup – Press function button and deactivate TCS. ESC system Manual specified data input for EET: Note For the relevant test requirements and all the necessary da‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 If the opacity figure of Euro 5 vehicles on the EET data sheet is different from the value indicated on the type plate, enter the type plate value manually.
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 00 Periodic Technical Inspection (PTI) Note The following information is provided on the basis of the ♦ Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/621 and is intended solely as information for the regular roadworthiness testing of motor vehicles.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Description Method Necessary information Vehicle- Location of vehicle inter‐ specific de‐ face ⇒ page 216 scription of the location of and ac‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 General description of electromechanical parking brake Electromechanical parking brake In the case of electromechanical parking brakes, the conven‐ tional handbrake lever is replaced by a switch.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 The connection for the diagnostic tester -1- is located in the lower left section of the dash panel -2-. Steering system check...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Glossary Term Explanation Anti-locking brake system. The ABS is a regulating system in the brake system, that prevents locking when braking. This helps to maintain directional stability and steerabil‐...
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Term Explanation All-season tyre All-season tyres (also called all-weather tyres) can be used in the summer and also the winter. The sports derivative as an independent vehicle concept.
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Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 Term Explanation The LongLife service is not factory-activated. This means vehicles have a fixed service interval display (time and mileage dependent service intervals): These vehicles are fitted with the following components: ♦...
Passat 2015 ➤, Passat 2019 ➤, Passat Variant 2015 ➤, Passat Variant 2019 ➤ Maintenance - Edition 11.2020 ---Change history--- Date Chapter Scope of modification 27/11/2 Engine list ⇒ page 1 Chapter updated. Service tables as of model year 2021►...