2002 Volkswagen Passat Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2002 Volkswagen Passat

  • 2002 Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 GAS, CC:2771, Fuel Injection
  • 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection
  • 2002 Volkswagen Passat 4.0 W8 GAS, CC:3999, CID:244, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:244
  • 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS, CC:2771, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:H
  • 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS, CC:2771, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:H

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Brake Service -> Shoes, Replace -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS

Shoes, Replace

Failure to follow outlined procedures may lead to a reduction in parking brake efficiency.

  • Remove one wheel bolt, then push self adjusting wedge upwards with a suitable screwdriver through wheel bolt hole to back off brake shoes, Fig. .
  • Install wheel bolt and tighten to specifications, then remove grease cap with puller tool No. VW 637/2, or equivalent.
  • Remove cotter pin and axle nut, then pull off brake drum.
  • Remove spring retainer by pressing it against spring and turning 1/4 turn.
  • Disconnect brake shoes from anchor pins, then remove return spring.
  • Disconnect parking br...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Brake Service -> Shoes, Replace -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 GAS

Shoes, Replace

Failure to follow outlined procedures may lead to a reduction in parking brake efficiency.

  • Remove one wheel bolt, then push self adjusting wedge upwards with a suitable screwdriver through wheel bolt hole to back off brake shoes, Fig. .
  • Install wheel bolt and tighten to specifications, then remove grease cap with puller tool No. VW 637/2, or equivalent.
  • Remove cotter pin and axle nut, then pull off brake drum.
  • Remove spring retainer by pressing it against spring and turning 1/4 turn.
  • Disconnect brake shoes from anchor pins, then remove return spring.
  • Disconnect parking br...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • Siphon brake fluid from reservoir, then disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and electrical connectors from brake lamp switches.
  • Remove master cylinder to firewall or brake booster attaching nuts, then the master cylinder and se...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster Inspection -> Brake Booster, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 L4 GAS

Brake Booster, Replace

  • Remove master cylinder as outlined in this section.
  • Disconnect vacuum line(s) from booster.
  • Remove brake booster attaching bolts.
  • Disconnect booster pushrod from brake pedal.
  • Reverse pro...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Adjustments -> Brake Pressure Regulator -> EuroVan -> Except EuroVan
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 4.0 W8 GAS

Brake Pressure Regulator

Except EuroVan

The brake pressure regulator is mounted on a bracket and operates by a spring attached to the rear axle.

Inspect with vehicle empty of occupants and the fuel tank full.

  • Firmly depress brake pedal once, with vehicle on the ground.
  • Release pedal suddenly and ensure lever on pressure regulator lever moves.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove bleeder screw on lefthand front caliper and connect gauge tool No. US 1016, or equivalent.
  • Remove bleeder screw on righthand rear wheel cylinder or caliper and connect gauge tool.
  • Bleed both hoses and gauges with bleedi...

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