Vehicle maintenance Volkswagen Passat B5

General information about maintenance
This section is designed to ensure that your vehicle is properly serviced, to help keep your vehicle in good condition and to extend its life. If your vehicle is not serviced...

Technical characteristics of the car
Spark plugs Engine Type of candle Interelectrode gap, mm 1.6 I/74 kW (100 hp) ADP Bosch F7LTCR 1,0 1.6 I/74 kW (100 hp) ADP NGK BKUR 6 ET 0,8 1.6 I/74 kW (100 hp) AHL Bosch F7LTCR...

Frequency of car maintenance
To keep your vehicle in excellent condition, it is necessary to perform periodic maintenance. Maintenance should be performed both constantly and at certain intervals, which are...

Vehicle identification data
1 – Vehicle model identification plate The manufacturer's plate with the vehicle model designation is fixed on the right shock absorber strut cup. 2 – Vehicle identification...

Types of motor oils
Viscosity of motor oils Viscosity and specifications At the manufacturer's plant, the engine is filled with a special high-quality all-season oil, which is suitable for use at all...

Oil and oil filter change
Location of the oil drain plug Periodic oil and oil filter changes are the most important preventative maintenance procedure. As engine oil ages, it becomes thin and contaminated,...

Checking the exhaust system
With the engine cold, check the condition of the exhaust system along its entire length. Check the pipes and their connections for leaks, corrosion and damage. Check that all...

Engine cooling system
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a long-life coolant that does not need to be replaced. The coolant consists of 60% water and 40% low-temperature...

Cooling system fan
The cooling system fan is driven by the engine via a V-belt with ribs. The fan speed is regulated by a viscous clutch depending on the coolant temperature. In addition, depending...

Spark plugs
There are two types of seals when installed in the cylinder head: flat seat and elastic (steel or copper-asbestos) with a gasket or with a conical seat without a gasket. When...

Replacing spark plugs
Spark plugs are replaced during scheduled maintenance. If you ever have to replace spark plugs outside of routine maintenance, keep the following in mind. Spark plugs and the...

Draining water from the fuel filter (diesel engines)
The fuel filter is located on the left in the engine compartment behind the generator. Access to the fuel filter is difficult. Location of clamps (A) and mounting bolt (B) of fuel...

Replacing the fuel filter (diesel engines)
Fuel filter for diesel engines 1 - fuel supply from the fuel tank, 2 - fuel supply to the high-pressure fuel pump, 3 - ventilation bolt, 4 - clamp, 5 - drain plug Location of...

Checking the tightness of the hoses and fluid leakage
Cooling system leaks are usually detected by a white or rust-colored coating in the area adjacent to the leak. Carefully inspect the radiator and coolant hoses along their entire...

Replacing the air filter element
Air filter housing (1) and air intake pipe with clamp (2) Location of quick-release clamps (1) and air duct clamp (2) Location of mesh (1) and bolt (2) for fastening in air filter...

Checking the condition of the poly V-belt
The tension of the poly V-belt with ribs is performed automatically. It is necessary to periodically check the condition of the belt, and if defects are found, replace the belt....

V-belts
V-belts are among the most stressed parts of a car during operation. Therefore, the quality of V-belts is subject to particularly high requirements. When replacing a V-belt, it is...

Measuring wear of timing belts on diesel engines
1. Release the clamps and remove the timing belt cover. 2. Using a caliper, measure the width of the timing belt. If the width of the toothed belt is more than 22 mm, this...

Gearbox/Main gear
Drive shafts Check the condition of the constant velocity joint protective boots. Automatic transmission Visually check for leaks. Manual transmission Check the oil level and top...

Checking the drive shaft protective boot
Checking the condition of the drive shaft protective cover Execution order 1. Raise and secure the vehicle securely on stands. 2. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right...

Visual inspection of gearbox tightness
Gearbox oil leaks may occur in the following places: together with the drive shaft connection to the gearbox; near the oil drain plug; near the oil filler cap. To locate the oil...

Checking the oil level in a manual transmission
The oil in the manual transmission does not need to be changed. To loosen the oil filler plug, use the HAZET 2567-16 or VW 3357 socket wrench. For topping up, it is necessary to...

Checking the oil in the main gear of automatic transmissions
Location of the oil filler plug on the 01N gearbox Location of the oil filler plug on the 01V gearbox To check the oil level in the automatic 4-speed gearbox 01N (in combination...

Checking/replacing the oil level in the automatic transmission
Checking the oil level in an automatic transmission 1 - threaded plug, 2 - bypass (drain) pipe in the oil pan, 3 - plug (plug), 4 - safety cap The transmission oil level in the...

Checking the front suspension and steering
Execution order 1. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on stands. 2. Visually inspect the ball joint dust boots and rack and pinion steering gear boots for...

Checking the dust covers of the front suspension joints
Checking the condition of the dust covers of the lower joints of the front suspension Checking the condition of the dust boots of the lower joints (1) of the front suspension and...

Checking the shock absorber
Execution order Check the shock absorber for any signs of fluid leaks. If a leak is found, the shock absorber is damaged and needs to be replaced. Warning: Shock absorbers must be...

Radiator check
Execution order 1. Check the radiator for leaks or corrosion, especially around the coolant hose connections. 2. Using a soft brush or compressed air, clean the radiator. 3. If...

Checking electrical circuits
Execution order 1. Check the condition of the electrical wiring in the engine compartment and under the vehicle. 2. Check the reliability of the electrical wiring. 3. Pay special...

Brake fluid
Brake fluid absorbs moisture. Therefore, during the operation of the car, the brake fluid takes a certain amount of water from the surrounding air. Too much water in the brake...

Checking the brake fluid level
Brake fluid reservoir The brake fluid reservoir is located on the left side of the engine compartment. The reservoir cap has a vent hole that should not be blocked. Checking the...

Replacing brake fluid
Warning: Old brake fluid is darker in color than new fluid. The procedure for replacing brake fluid is similar to the procedure for bleeding the brakes, except that the brake...

Checking the front brake pads
Warning: It is known that the front brake pads on the front passenger side wear more intensively, therefore the brake pads should be checked on the right front wheel. Warning:...

Checking the rear brake pads
Execution order Check the thickness of the brake pad through the holes in the wheel disc without removing the wheel. The minimum permissible thickness of the rear brake pad...

Checking brake hoses
Brake pipes and hoses are used to transfer brake fluid from the master brake cylinder to the wheel brake cylinders. Brake hoses provide movable connections between the moving and...

Checking the Power Steering Fluid Level
Location of the power steering fluid reservoir Power Steering Fluid Level Dipstick The power steering fluid level can be checked when the vehicle is cold or when it is hot during...

Replacing the dust filter
The dust filter, which traps dust and pollen, is located on the right in the water collection compartment under the cover in the ventilation and heating system of the passenger...

Battery maintenance
A battery is a device for storing energy in a chemical form that can be used as electricity. The battery works because two different metals, when placed in an acidic solution,...

Lubrication of door hinges
Lubrication point of door hinges with VW-G 000 400 grease The door hinges must be periodically lubricated with VW-G 000 400 grease.

Windscreen Washer Maintenance
The fluid reservoir is located on the right side of the engine compartment. The capacity of the reservoir is 2.8 liters, on cars with headlight washers - 6.2 liters. If you do not...

Windscreen wiper blades
Keeping your windscreen wipers in perfect condition is essential to ensure good visibility. To avoid deformation of the brushes, it is necessary to regularly clean the windshield...

Checking the initial position of the windshield wiper arm
Execution order 1. Turn the windshield wipers on and off, which will reset them to their original position. 2. Check the distance between the wiper blade rubber and the base of...

Checking the angle of the windshield wiper arm
Checking and adjusting the angle of the windshield wiper arm 1 - wrench, 2 - windshield wiper lever, 3 - tool VW 3358 The windshield wiper arm angle should be checked when the...

Replacing the battery in the remote control key
Warning: When removing the battery, check the marks to see if the battery connection polarity is correct, otherwise, apply marks. Positioning the contact plate (1) before removing...

Resetting the Service Indicator
Button (1) for resetting the service indicator, the readings of which are displayed on the daily mileage indicator (2) Location of the button (1) for setting the clock and...

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