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I educated myself with the steps for removing the rack and pinion. Unfortunately, the b5 isn't always the same. When it came to removing the lower bolt (from below) on the rack and pinion. The cat and a heat shield were in the way. So to get access I need to remove the cat. I replaced the...

I don't really know what it's called. This thing: It keeps popping up in different places, and there's gunk underneath it, and I'm really itching to just remove it but my rational self says to find out exactly what, if anything beyond aesthetics, its purpose is. I need to clean under it anyway...

Just finished my vacuum lines. Cracked PCV hose while putting in the distributor. Have a replacement handy (Big thanks to PZ) as I was going todo the valve covers, just didn't plan on doing so today. Bentley says drain coolant to replace valve cover gaskets. I know when I did my GLX...

I'll be replacing both my Cam Chain Tensioners on the V6 ATQ and I've read (somewhere ?) that you do and also that you don't need to lock the cams. I don't want to remove the timing belt. If I do need it, anything wrong with the cheaper Ebay ones or should I buy EC$? Cheers & thanks for your...

I need auto trans rebuild on 99 passat wagon gls 1.8T . I was told that new brain is needed with rebuild, i just want to know is it really needed or is my chain being pulled hard?

My b5 is at my friends shop. He was going to install the fk 60/40 cup kit today. H called me and asked if I had a mount kit for these so he can keep the stock entact and assemble fks before install to save time. I was looking at the install kits and ecs has a few. The cheapest being around...

Hello all- I have an '01.5 Passat 1.8T AWM and I have a question as to whether or not the part I mentioned in the title is really important. I am in the process of replacing my cracked oil pan, and this plastic plate has broken from where it attaches to the oil pump. It is Sunday and I will...

I just bought a 2002 Passat and I'm going to change the oil for the first time. It has a 1.8t and I've read in other posts that the most efficient way is to extract the oil from the top, but I'm going to attempt to take the plug off. I've heard from some that I should replace the plug and I've...

I ask because my car feel low on boost on start, but run smooth on hwy speed. It lack the feel of boost like before. (after I changed cam follower myself, and VW changed the intake flap motor and PCV recall). no check engine light, just feel lack of power(compare to before) in standstill...

I have changed a few timing belts in the past, and have never had to use a tool to hold the cams and crank. How necessary are they? I've always just lined up the timing marks. Am I missing something. Thanks in advance.

Forgive the noobness, but I love my passat, and am attempting to use it to learn more about working on cars. Dont worry, I still leave the hard stuff for a professional, Im not that dumb :P I want to replace the spark plugs, since ive driven the car almost 30k miles since ive bought it from...

Hello all, I've had a few questions on here before and I always seem to get pretty good answers so I need some opinions. My 03 Passat v6 30v is around 103.6K and has had regular maintenance done at the prescribed intervals. I'm approaching the 105K mile mark and will be purchasing the Timing...

... a used brake booster? Hey gang, last summer I got a used brake booster from a local junk yard. It was out of a similar car from roughly the same model year and body style and engine. So I had an Indy mechanic put it in my classic car last summer a couple days after getting it at the junk...

I'm going to be putting 20's on my 2000 passat. I want to lower my car about an inch and half or so. I've heard that it is recomended to get an adjustable control arm if I lower my car. My question is at what height is it necessary to get an adjustable control arm? Btw my suspension knowledge is...

GAP says the rear caliper has to rotate while it is pushed in. True? I have a C-clamp...and I don't want to spend $40 on a tool that I'll only use once every one or two years.

I want to get some 17 TSW Vortex rims for my 2000 1.8t. Since I'm in highschool I only have enough money just to get the rims and tires, or just get a suspension kit. I don't have enough for both. I guess my question is will my car look stupid without the lowering? I think the stock ride height...

I just installed a pair of depo angel eye headlights on my 02 glx 4motion. I just have a question about the harness that comes with it. Do i need to use it even if everything works properly without it? If I do, what is the safest way to run the wiring from the headlights to the battery to...

i don't planning on masking the chrome part, but any plastic or rubber part, i will tape.

Will I do any harm to my 2000 1.8T ATW engine if I don't replace the sap until next September when my next emission test is required? I'd just as soon wait if possible. I replaced the kombi valve and it passed inspection the last time even though the sap was noisy. About 2 weeks ago the sap...