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Getting into a 2008 Passat with a dead battery when the extra fob key isn't working
I have a 2008 Passat, in which I've unfortunately let the battery die. The key won't work but the batteries are fine. The actual physical plastic key which you get from the key fob for some reason ...
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What if I do not reprogram the computer after changing car battery?
Background: I know nothing about cars but had my battery replaced just now and learned that you need to reprogram the onboard computer after changing the battery [1]. This is for a 2012 VW Passat if ...
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Vw Passat B8 inner taillight replacement
I'm trying to replace the inner tail light bulb on the boot of my B8 Passat estate. Is it just a case of removing the 2 screws under the plastic cap in the boot lid? I believe I have the correct bulb ...
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How can I prevent the backup camera from turning off in a Volkswagen Passat 2014 when going backward at over ~30 km/h?
When using a Volkswagen Passat 2014 and going backward, I notice that the backup camera turn off when I start gaining speed (over > ~30 km/h). How can I prevent the backup camera from turning off?
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Replacing brake light bulb for VW Passat B8
Need some help on how to replace the outer tail light brake light bulb.
I know how to disconnect and take out the outer tail light unit on my VW Passat Wagon B8, but no idea how to get ot the bulbs. ...
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VW Passat Variant 2016 Diesel engine gets much louder when I turn left/right
My car is running well the only issue I have is that the noise the engine makes gets a lot noisier (but its still the same noise) each time I turn the wheels to left or right. The more I turn them the ...
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What would you estimate needs to be repaired in a bent fender/bumper?
Hit a garage gate pole. Seems that the metal fender is bent quite well, and the bumper clamp area is also broken, hence its dislodged. What would you estimate would need to be repaired/replaced in ...
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What can cause powered, but not functional Wipers, 2012 VW Passat?
A few weeks ago my wipers started acting up when raining. The wipers will suddenly stop working. It happened about 3-4 times or so, and stopping the car, powering it off, opening the door, closing the ...
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Front end damage [closed]
Front damage to bumper
To avoid an accident I swerved into a ditch and my front end slammed down. My radiator is hanging and I know somthing cracked cause I smelled it. I was 5min from home, was ...
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What is the Difference Between VW 8X0951253 (650) and 8X0951253A (655) Relays?
What is the difference between the 8X0951253 (650) and 8X0951253A (655) VW Relays?
Original 2012 VW Passat, these (wiper) relays are Blue, have the part number 8X09512531 and top marking 650`. Seems ...
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VW Passat B8 - remove low beam bulb - pull, rotate or...?
I'm learning to replace the low beam bulb (H7) on VW Passat B8. The access is under the wheel.
I got to the bulb but I'm not sure if I should just pull using the force or do I have to do something ...
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2012 VW Passat dual AC zones partially working
My 2012 VW Passat SEL has dual AC Zones. The driver's side is working fine. Hot and cold air. However, the passenger side AC is blowing what seems to be the outside air (on the really hot days it ...
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Is it normal to have a slightly open throttle-plate?
Recently I had experienced a Check Engine on 2012 VolksWagen Passat, and the error code was P0106.
After quick research I found that I can replace the Map Sensor as well as the PCV Valve. Both ...
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Temperature gauge goes down when I drive for a distance, but is usually in the middle driving in town
My Volkswagen Passat V6 temperature gauge, or coolant gauge goes from normal (the needle is in the middle), then as I'm driving the gauge goes down in temperature (toward the cooler part of the gauge)....
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Where to find latest map navigation firmware versions for VW?
I have a 2012 Volkswagen Passat SEL.
I believe that the installed navigation is RNS-810.
Where can I find information on all the available revisions, when they were released, what was updated on ...
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VW Passat B6 Overboost condition with limp mode
The car is a VW Passat B6 2.0 TDI from 2008.
There is sometimes a flutter-like sound when going from about 3000 RPM down to idle (that is, by pressing the clutch). At over 100 km/h, depending of when ...
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Driver side door does not lock all doors
I own a 2000 WV PASSAT B5, and the main problem I am having is that the driver-side door mechanism does not lock all 4 doors. It only locks the driver's side door and does not arm the alarm. But when ...
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One side of 2015 VW passat gets cold air and the other side hot
Good day,
I have a 2015 VW Passat. TSI engine 1.8.
In the defrost duct on the instrument panel flap adjust motor is down in the
open position. This is causing frost on the outside of the windshield....
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Passat B6 FSI Light/Tail light/ Blinker Diagram
I own an 2006 Passat B6 FSI (150 hp) and I want to have a look on wiring diagram. For me is interesting to know voltage when:
Tail ligt is ON
Brake is pressed
Blinker is ON
And what happen when I ...
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No air coming from footwell vents. VW Passat
I'm facing a problem where no matter what button I press I can't get any air to go to the floor vents.
Whenever I press the according button air starts coming from the middle vents that's above the ...
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Air distribution map of a 2012 VW Passat?
My 2012 VW Passat has dual AC zones. The passenger side AC is not blowing cold air. The Driver's side does. in my slow debugging routine, I am looking at the Wiring Diagram, but I cannot figure out ...
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Why won't my 2002 VW Passat start?
I have a 2002 VW Passat 1.8T that just won't start after I stopped by a 711 for a snack. The key won't start the car anymore!
A few odd things I noticed:
There is not even a click when the key is ...
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Soft brake pedal
I have a 2004 Volkswagen Passat that the brake pedal is really soft (goes to the floor). The driver side caliper piston was replaced (by a shop, not me), idk if that has to do with it or not. There ...
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VW Passat B5 Rear Door Central Locking Issue - Door Lock Actuator Replacement
My 2004 VW Passat has an issue where the nearside rear door will not always open when the corresponding button is pressed on the car key. When the other doors are unlocked, the faulty door makes an ...
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Do you need to replace a timing chain?
I have a "2012 PASSAT SEL PREMIUM 2.5L Auto" with about 92k miles on it.
Around 60k, I have asked my local car mechanic to do the Timing Belt, and he informed me that according to the search he ran ...
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2004 VW Passat B5 Cigarette Lighter Broken - Common Problem
The problem I have been having with my VW Passat was that my cigarette lighter was not working in the car. It is the only one in the main part of the car (there is another one in the boot) and it ...
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Any pro tip to remove a fallen front marker bulb (inside headlight fixture)?
Was replacing the front left marker light on a 2012 VW Passat when the bulb just bumped off and fallen off the holder inside in headlight fixture.
Any tips on how to remove the bulb from the fixture ...
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Error stabilisation control- ESC and engine stopped and wouldn't start again
I drive a 2014 2,0 TDI 4w Passat and until now haven't had any problems with the vehicle.
When I drove to work on Friday the vehicle suddenly stoppen in a roundabout and wouldn't start again. Check ...
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Is it normal that a cold engine takes longer to start?
I have a 2014 Passat and recently my battery drained just enough to not start the car. I suspected that it was a combination of short trips + that feature that leaves the lights on when locking the ...
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VW Passat estate 2008 remote key won't lock doors
I very recently a second hand VW Passat estate which is in really great condition and low millage for a real bargain price. This was because the key fob doesn't remotely lock the doors AND the little ...
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2003 VW Passat 2.8L motor mount removal
I have a 2003 VW Passat 4motion that had a starter fail. I've confirmed that it's definitely the starter, but getting to it is challenging.
I am currently being held up by some sort of electrical ...
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VW Passat CC 2008 engine swap compatibility
I have a 2008 VW Passat CC which the engine has given out. I want to replace the engine but am not sure what engine codes are compatible. The engine code currently on the car is CBA. I have sourced an ...
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Volkswagen driverside outer C/V boot leaking can it cause other issues?
Took a recently purchased used vehicle to a VW dealership for a checkup/ oil change
One of the things they found is a leaking outer C/V boot (driver side front tire)
They didn't seem to think repair ...
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Can i Use The Same Old Bolts On The Same Cylinder Head? [duplicate]
Car: 2010 Passat CC 1.8 TSI
Would it be a really big problem if I use the old cylinder head bolts or not?
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How to Fix Check Engine Light (OBDII code: P0172)
I just saw the check engine light come on on my 2004 VW Passat B5.5 and did a bit of research. Some people said that it would be a faulty oxygen sensor. I was about to order one, but then I read this (...
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VW Passat white smoke coming from exhaust
My VW Passat started giving out white smoke from the exhaust while in motion. One of the hoses of coolant system had swollen up on and was replaced.
There is a smell of gas was coming from inside ...
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What caused VW Passat brakes to go soft/spongy for the first few minutes of driving, then go back to normal?
Context:
I replaced all four pads and rotors on my 2001 VW Passat (~140k miles) about 4 weeks ago, with PowerStop Z23 pads and rotors. During bed-in, I took the car down a steep hill, and got a lot (...
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Coolant Flange - What is it really called?
My antifeeeze keeps leaking out and I was told that I had a hole in my coolant flange, so when I was calling to see how much it would be to get fixed no one knew what I was talking about. I am a woman ...
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Volkswagen A/C Intermittent
I want to repair my Volkswagen Passat '07 A/C. I've taken it to two shops (dealer and independent) and they both say the entire a/c system needs to be replaced. The strange thing is, that sometimes it ...
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Which fuse is assigned for the 2012 VW Passat Infotainment console?
My battery died, and after the jump start the Infotainment touchscreen (radio, cd, GPS, etc) console won't turn on. I suspect the fuse might be burnt. Which fuse is assigned to the Infotainment ...
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VW Passat Estate B5 - Parking brake suddenly slack but cable not broken
The handbrake on my VW Passat Estate B5 has suddenly become slack.
With the handbrake on, the faulty side wheel is free to turn by hand. Foot brake works as normal
Lifting the center console, I can ...
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VW 1.9 TDI after total engine and turbo repair burns oil
I recently bought a used VW Passat diesel 1.9 TDI (1997) model. It used to burn oil so I send it for general maintenance in the motor (pistons springs, valves, turbo). It seems that after the first ...
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Buzzing noise or whining noise from center of car while driving, not related to engine speed
My 2003 Passat B5 TDI with 6-speed gearbox is making a buzzing/whining(?) noise while driving and it appears as if it comes from under the gear shifter.
The noise is:
Dependent on road speed (more ...
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2015 VW Passat TSI keyless start doesn't work. Is there a way to reprogram / reset the key myself?
I have changed the remote battery (brand new Sony CR2032, my meter shows a voltage of 3.2V on the battery, so I know it has full charge). The door lock/unlock, and trunk unlock buttons WORK on the ...
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2002 VW Passat Wagon 2.8 V6 Vibration (Drivetrain?) Certain Speeds/Situations
Customer has 2002 VW Passat Wagon 2.8 V6, 97k miles, great shape. Rides really nice, well maintatined. Still, Brooklyn car with some heavy use lately.
Customer complaint of vibration, especially ...
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VW Passat B5 1998 Eletronik issues
I noticed some strange behaviour in my Passat for a long time, the thing is: there are several small elecctrical issues that migh have the same source .. I noticed that when I turn on the ignition, ...
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Rpm problem VW passat
2004 VW passat 1.6 petrol saloon , cant keep rpm constant keeps bouncing up and down about 1 or 2 increments on the rpm gauge only really happens at low rpm not as bad at high rpm and it idles ...
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How do I diagnose a 2007 VW Passat 2.0T B6 FSI BPY engine failure?
My 2007 VW Passat 2.0T B6 FSI BPY engine quit running at idle with no prior warning indicators, and no MILs or DTCs subsequently. The starter engages but doesn't turn over the engine.
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Why is my 2002 VW Passat battery going dead?
I recently replaced my alternator and battery. I also repaired a faulty cable between the two. Now I'm having the problem of my battery going dead after a few days of it sitting and a lot of my fuses ...
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RCD 310 : are steering wheel controls resistant?
I want to change my RCD 310 (VW Passat CC 2011) by Android Device. Everything is working except steering wheel controls. I know that in some number of cars steering wheel control is working with ...
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