Exhaust gas exhaust system The exhaust system of a gasoline engine consists of a front exhaust pipe, a preliminary, middle and subsequent mufflers. In vehicles with a catalytic converter, an exhaust gas...
Replacing pressure springs Only when using expansion wedges If it is necessary to loosen the removed clamping spring (for attaching the front exhaust pipe to the exhaust pipe) or unclamp to install a new...
Removal and installation of the subsequent muffler Removing Raise the car, see section « Vehicle lifting ». Nut yoke type «terminal» spray rust remover between the middle and following mufflers. Leave the product for a while to...
Removal and installation of the oxygen sensor The oxygen sensor is used to regulate the composition of exhaust gases and is installed on vehicles with an adjustable catalyst. It is screwed into the catalyst housing or into...
Vehicles with catalytic converter Depending on the model and version, VW PASSAT vehicles are equipped with one catalytic converter. Gasoline engines with a catalyst must only run on unleaded gasoline. In the...
Car Catalyst Handling In order to avoid damage to the oxygen sensor and catalytic converter, the following instructions must be observed without fail: Petrol engines Be sure to use unleaded gasoline...
Visual check of system of release of the fulfilled gases Raise the car. Check the tightness of the clamps. Inspect the exhaust system with a light for holes, rusted parts, and worn areas. Replace noisy exhaust pipes. Check the rubber...