Weekly vehicle inspections Volkswagen Passat B5

Starting the engine from an external source (another car)
Warning: Before connecting an external battery, make sure the ignition is off. Warning: Make sure all electrical equipment is (headlights, heaters, windshield wipers, etc.) off....

If the engine does not start and the starter does not work
Order of execution 1. If it is an automatic transmission model, make sure the shift lever is in P or N. 2. Open the hood and make sure the battery terminals are clean and live. 3....

If the engine does not start even though the starter is working properly
Order of execution 1. Check for fuel in the tank. 2. Check for moisture on electrical components under the hood. 3. Turn off the ignition, then wipe the wet components with a dry...

Towing a car
Towing should be carried out under the following conditions. Use the correct tow rope. Turn the ignition key to position "included" so that the steering column lock is released...

Wheel replacement
The spare wheel is located in a niche under the luggage compartment carpet and secured with a holder. Order of execution 1. Remove the carpet above the spare tire in the luggage...

Checking the tightness of connections
The presence of puddles on the garage floor or engine, or obvious moisture under the hood or on the underside of the vehicle, suggests a leak that needs to be found and repaired...

Weekly checkpoints
Petrol engine 74 kW 1 - battery; 2 - oil filler cap; 3 - reservoir with brake fluid for brakes; 4 - dipstick for measuring the level of engine oil; 5 - expansion tank; 6 -...

Engine oil level
Oil level on the dipstick a - minimum, b - normal, c - maximum The location of the MAX and MIN·marks on the dipstick for measuring the oil level Preliminary actions Park the...

Coolant level
Warning: Do not remove the expansion tank cap on a hot engine as you may be burned by hot fluid vapors. The coolant level in the expansion tank varies with temperature. Order of...

Checking the wiper blades
Check the condition of the wiper blades. The perfect condition of the wiper blades is essential for good visibility. To avoid deformation of the wiper blades, the wiper blades...

Washer fluid level
The windshield washer reservoir is located on the right side of the engine compartment. Tank capacity 2.8 liters, on vehicles with headlight washers - 6.2 liters. It is...

Brake fluid level
Warning: The brake fluid used in the hydraulic clutch system is poisonous, so if it comes into contact with the skin, immediately wash the area with plenty of water. If the liquid...

Checking the electrical system
Order of execution 1. Check all exterior lighting and horn. 2. Visually inspect all accessible electrical connectors, wire harnesses, and wire harness retaining brackets. If any...

Checking the battery
The battery is located on the left front side of the engine compartment. The cleanliness of the battery, and especially its top surface, is especially important, since the dirt...

Tires and tire pressure check
Tires are the only parts of the car that are constantly in contact with the road and even the total contact surface of all tires is small. It is therefore necessary to regularly...

Types of tread wear
Lateral tread wear Low tire pressure (wear on both sides) Low tire pressure results in permanent tire deformation and improper contact of the tire with the road surface. In this...

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