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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Imported Vehicles
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLS 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 L4 GAS

Refer to "Diagnosis ... "

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1990-06 Models w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 4.0 W8 GAS

Normal Service

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 4.0 W8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove rear section of exhaust system.
  • Remove heat shield from vehicle underbody.
  • Remove cover plate.
  • Mark position of front and rear drive shaft sections on both constant velocity joints with paint, if not already marked.
  • Remove upper three securing bolts in each drive shaft constant velocity joint.
  • Install a suitable alignment fixture with ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect wiring connectors from alternator.
  • Remove serpentine drive belt, using a suitable removal tool.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts, then the alternator.
  • Remove serpen...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volkswagen -> 1998-2005 Passat
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS

On 1998-2003 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 10,000 miles.

On 2004-05 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove plenum air intake cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the reta...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Service Reminder Indicator Lamp -> Passat
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Connect VW tester or equivalent.
  • Select:
    • Manufacturer.
    • Model.
    • Model Year.
    • Engine Code.
    • Confirm Vehicle Identification.
    • Instrument Cluster.
    • Reset Service Reminder Indicator.
  • Follow the instructions indicated on the tester display.
  • After completing the displayed...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at junction piece and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Put lock carrier into service position.
  • Mark direction of engine rotation on belt.
  • Slacken belt by ...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Intake Air Temperature Sensor Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Passat  2.8 V6 GASIntake Air Temperature Sensor Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Intake Air Temperature Sensor
  • G42
  • Anti Theft Components Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Passat  4.0 W8 GASAnti Theft Components Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Passat 4.0 W8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Alarm System
  • S111
  • Anti-Theft Engine Disable Fuse
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Volkswagen Passat  4.0 W8 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Volkswagen Passat 4.0 W8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Button For Length Adjustment Forward Driver Seat
  • Driver Backrest Adjustment Switch
  • 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition/Starter Switch
  • Driver Seat Heating Element
  • Driver Heated Seat Temperature Sensor
  • Adjuster for Heated Driver Seat
  • Driver Heated Seat Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Radio, Entering and Retrieving Anti-Theft (SAFE) Code
    Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: Oil Consumption Measurement
    Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Passat 2.8 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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