Refilling the car The fuel filler neck is located on the rear right side of the vehicle. Both keys are suitable for the lock of the neck cover - the main and additional. With a central lock, the...
Applied fuel — gasoline engines Vehicles with a catalytic converter in the exhaust system Engine 55 kW. Unleaded gasoline, octane rating of at least 91. Engines 66 and 110 kW. Unleaded gasoline, 95 octane or...
Applied fuel — diesel engines Diesel fuel must comply with DIN 51 601, the cetane number of the fuel must be at least 45. Operation in winter conditions When using summer diesel fuel at negative ambient...
Oil in automatic transmission The automatic transmission uses a special oil for hydraulic systems such as ATF Dextron (sometimes referred to as working fluid) The oil level in the automatic transmission should...
Power steering The power steering reservoir is located in the engine compartment in front of the battery. The power steering system is factory filled with hydraulic oil to specification VW G 002...
Hood opening To open the hood, pull the handle on the left front side panel under the dashboard - the hood latch will open. Note: Before opening the bonnet, make sure that the wiper blades are...
Engine oil Viscosity and brand of engine oil At the factory, high-quality all-weather oil is poured into the car engine, which is suitable for any season in any climatic zone, except for...
Cooling system The cooling system is filled at the factory with a long-life coolant that is not intended to be replaced during operation. The coolant is a 40% aqueous solution of concentrated...
Radiator fan The electric radiator fan is switched on automatically by a thermal switch, depending on the temperature of the coolant (in some models - and on the temperature of the engine...
Brake fluid The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment on the left. Note: On right-hand drive vehicles, the brake fluid reservoir is on the opposite side (right) side of...
Car battery The battery is located in the engine compartment. If the battery fails, you can start the engine with another battery (see chapter "Work performed by the owner of the car")....
Spark plug Spark plugs are replaced as part of a periodic maintenance (service) service. If it is necessary to replace the spark plugs in an emergency, the following must be observed:...
Wedge-shaped drive belts Drive belts are among the most wear-prone car parts, so their quality requirements must be the highest. When replacing drive belts, it is advisable to use belts recommended by...
Car windshield washers The windshield washer reservoir is located on the left in the engine compartment. The tank is designed for 5 liters, and in cars with headlight washer - 8 liters. On some models,...
Wiper blades Good brushes are essential for good visibility. Wipe the brushes regularly with a glass cleaner to avoid scratching the glass. For heavy pollution (e.g. insect remains) you need...
Heater air intake filter The air intake filter of the heating and ventilation system is located on the right, in a niche for water drainage, under the cover. The filter must be changed in accordance with...
Car wheels and tires General instructions New tires only achieve optimum grip after driving for about 100 km, so during this period you should drive carefully and at a limited speed. It also has a...
Vehicle operation in other countries When operating the vehicle in other countries, please note the following: Vehicles with a gasoline engine and catalytic converter must only be refueled with unleaded gasoline....
Spare wheel of the car Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a compact spare tire (in some cases, some models are equipped with a regular spare wheel instead of a small one). The compact wheel not only...
Fuses of electrical circuits Most electrical circuits are protected by fuses. The relay and fuse box is located at the bottom of the dashboard, on the left, behind the cover. It is recommended that you always...
Vehicle lifting Stationary jack Suitable rubber pads must be used to avoid damage to the underside of the vehicle. Under no circumstances should the vehicle be lifted by the pallet (oil sump)...
Starting the engine from an external battery A - Discharged (own) battery; B - External battery The battery is located in the engine compartment. If the engine does not start because the battery is low, another vehicle's...
Towing a car Front towing eye The towing eye is located at the front right under the bumper. Rear towing eye The rear towing eye is located on the right side of the rear bumper and is covered...
Car wash Wash the contaminated vehicle as soon as possible. Soak and rinse dead insects before washing. Irrigate abundantly with water. Use a soft sponge or a very soft washing brush with...
Paintwork care Conservation Cleanly washed and dried paintwork should be treated with a preservative as often as possible in order to protect the surface against weathering with a pore-closing...
Cushion upholstery care Textile upholstery : Clean the upholstery of the cushions with a vacuum cleaner or a brush that is not too soft. In case of heavy soiling, clean the textile upholstery with a dry...
Necessary tools for car maintenance Special tool The list of tools is fully focused on the scope of work that must be performed on VW PASSAT vehicles. Along with the basic equipment, it is recommended to use a...
VW PASSAT maintenance card Maintenance Maintenance of gasoline engines must be carried out every 15,000 km or at least once a year. For diesel engines - every 7500 km. Under severe operating conditions such...