Passat 2011 ➤ , Passat Variant 2011 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 01.2019
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Descriptions of work:
Swivel joints, axle mountings, coupling rod bearings and anti-roll
bar rubber mountings: visual check for damage ⇒ page 38
Activation of environment monitoring system (Front Assist):
checking ⇒ page 39
All-wheel drive coupling: changing oil ⇒ page 89
Automatic headlight control and static cornering light: checking
function ⇒ page 39
Front passenger airbag: checking key switch and “ON/OFF func‐
tion” ⇒ page 40
Battery: checking battery terminal clamps for secure seating
⇒ page 42
Battery: checking with battery tester (always refer to workshop
manual) ⇒ page 45 .
Status of battery: reading, sending diagnosis protocol via online
connection ⇒ page 45
Tyres: checking condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure and tread
depth ⇒ page 51
Brake and clutch system: changing brake fluid ⇒ page 77
Brake system and shock absorbers: inspecting for leaks and
damage ⇒ page 81
Brake fluid level: checking ⇒ page 84
Brakes, front and rear: checking thickness of brake pads and
condition of brake discs ⇒ page 82
Diesel fuel filter: renewing ⇒ page 97
Diesel particulate filter: checking ⇒ page 85
Dual clutch gearbox 02E: changing gear oil and filter
⇒ page 85
Window regulators: checking positioning (open and close func‐
tions) ⇒ page 86
CNG tank: renewing ⇒ page 87
Natural gas system: inspecting natural gas tank for corrosion and
leakage ⇒ page 170
Natural gas system: checking wax layer between natural gas fuel
tank and fuel tank shut-off valve ⇒ page 175
Natural gas filler connection and sealing cap: checking condition,
cleaning if necessary and checking seal ⇒ page 87
Fault memories of all systems: reading with vehicle diagnostic
tester and correcting possible faults according to repair guidelines
⇒ page 87
Bonnet: greasing catch hook ⇒ page 88
Gearbox, final drive and drive shaft bellows: inspecting for leaks
and damage ⇒ page 88
Interior and exterior body: inspecting for corrosion when doors
and flaps are open ⇒ page 93
Poly V-belt: renewing ⇒ page 93
Poly V-belt: checking condition ⇒ page 93
Cooling system: checking frost protection and coolant level
⇒ page 95
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4. Descriptions of work:
Passat 2011 ➤ , Passat Variant 2011 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 01.2019
Air filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter element
⇒ page 99
Multi-purpose additive for diesel fuel: adding ⇒ page 102
Multi-purpose additive for petrol fuels: adding ⇒ page 104
Memory seat: Perform initialisation ⇒ page 105
Engine and components in engine compartment: inspecting for
leaks and damage (from above and below) ⇒ page 105
Engine cover panel “top”: removing and installing ⇒ page 106
Engine compartment cover (noise insulation) “bottom”: removing
and installing ⇒ page 109
Oil level: checking ⇒ page 109
Engine oil: draining or extracting; renewing oil filter and replen‐
ishing engine oil ⇒ page 110
Engine oil: capacities and specifications ⇒ page 116
Panorama tilting/sliding roof with rear panorama roof: checking
function, cleaning and greasing guide rails, and cleaning wind
deflector ⇒ page 116
Road test (performance, handling, noises, air conditioner etc.):
carrying out ⇒ page 119
Wheel securing bolts: tightening to specified torque ⇒ page 120
Radio/radio navigation system: entering PIN of anti-theft coding
and storing local radio stations to station buttons ⇒ page 124
Radio code: reading using vehicle diagnostic tester ⇒ page 123
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Reducing agent (AdBlue /DEF): replenishing ⇒ page 46
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Reducing agent (AdBlue /DEF): changing ⇒ page 51
Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator: performing basic setting
⇒ page 124
Tyre repair set: checking ⇒ page 127
Window wash/wipe system and headlight washer system: check‐
ing function ⇒ page 127
Wiper blade protection: removing ⇒ page 131
Headlight adjustment: checking halogen headlights ⇒ page 134
Headlight adjustment: checking gas discharge headlights without
DLA ⇒ page 137
Headlight adjustment: checking gas discharge headlights with
DLA ⇒ page 141
Headlight adjustment: checking fog lights ⇒ page 147
Sliding sunroof drains: checking for blockage, cleaning if neces‐
sary ⇒ page 149
Service interval display: resetting ⇒ page 149
Service interval display: recoding ⇒ page 152
Sunroof: checking function, cleaning and lubricating guide rails
⇒ page 154
Track rods: checking clearance, attachment and boots
⇒ page 154
Auxiliary heater: setting weekday in menu of dash panel insert
⇒ page 154
4. Descriptions of work:
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Passat 2011 ➤ , Passat Variant 2011 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 01.2019
Dust and pollen filter: cleaning housing and renewing filter ele‐
ment ⇒ page 155
Transportation mode: switching off ⇒ page 156
Transportation devices: removing blocking pieces from springs
on front axle ⇒ page 156
Transportation devices: removing tie-down rings ⇒ page 158
Door arrester: lubricating ⇒ page 160
Clock and date: setting ⇒ page 161
Underbody: inspecting for damage to underbody sealant, under‐
body panels, routing of lines, plugs ⇒ page 161
Camshaft drive toothed belt: renewing (diesel engines)
⇒ page 161
Spark plugs: renewing ⇒ page 162
4.1
Swivel joints, axle mountings, coupling
rod bearings and anti-roll bar rubber
mounting: inspecting for damage
– Check boots -arrow- of upper swivel joints for leaks and dam‐
age.
– Check also suspension link mountings -arrow- for following
damage:
♦ Large cracks, perforating cracks or cuts in rubber material.
♦ Complete separation of rubber and metal parts.
♦ Large play between mounting and suspension link, which has
a considerably negative effect on the function of the mounting.
Note
♦ Superficial cracks and cuts as well as minor separations of the
rubber element from the metal part do not significantly affect
the operation of the elasto-kinematic mounting and do not
constitute a basis for a complaint.
♦ Damage to the thin rubber skin over cavities due to construc‐
tion is also permissible.
♦ Play between bearing and axle component is permissible as
long as there is no negative effect on the function of the bear‐
ing.
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