The Torsion Beam Rear Axle; Modified Offset Depth - Volkswagen PASSAT - YEAR 2001 Manual

The torsion beam rear axle

In the
TORSION BEAM REAR AXLE
damper settings have been adapted to the
modified axle loads.
Shock absorber

Modified offset depth

Rim offset depth was reduced to 37 mm from 45 mm,
with the result that the wheel is now flush with the body
exterior. Wheels fitted with winter tyres with ET45 offset
depth can still be used, except on the Passat 2001 with
large brake discs. This model has a wheel fitted with a
winter tyre in size 6Jx16 ET40.
, the spring/
Coil spring
Running Gear
Wheel bearing unit
Rear axle bearing
Offset depth 37 mm
251_099
Offset depth 45 mm
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