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  1. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    All, I started to replace my fuel filter on my '01 sedan and found the nut is spinning on the backside of the plastic bracket. I can't get a wrench on it and the bracket is attached to fuel tank. Does anyone know what nut is up there so that I will know what to deal with? Also, the bracket...
  2. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I removed the driver side cat. assy. with no issues, but the passenger side upper nut I can't seem to get the right tool for it. I have the "snorkle" removed and I've tried to get a tool on it from the top side, but the Kombi valve (EGR) is in the way to get access to the top nut. Does any one...
  3. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    One of the nut serts for my Thor belly pan has given up the ghost. old one came out easily with an air chisel, but it's a PITA to find the right size replacement... yes, I have some on order...but it's going to have to be held in place with 3 bolts instead of 4 until the parts come in.
  4. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I'm trying to replace the front brake calipers, and I got down to removing the nut holding the metal brake fluid pipe into the caliper: It wont budge. I hit is with PB Blaster. I tapped it with a hammer. It's an 11 mm nut -- Of course my metric wrench set goes from 10 to 12 -- why? I don't...
  5. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I'm having trouble getting out of the starting block on my brake rotor replacement. The other nuts came out -- although I had to stand on the wrench end. It seems that the ribbed adapter doesn't seat far enough into the lug nut to transfer all the force effectively. The anti-theft lug nuts are...
  6. B5 Garage
    Does anyone know what size these are? Search ES470705 - N90766702 - License Plate Screw Insert - Priced Each - ES#470705
  7. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    Another really quick question. What size is the nut that holds the oil cooler on? I know it is pretty big, but the biggest metric socket I have is 18MM and it looks to be larger than that. I would like to only have to buy one socket rather than a whole set. Thanks. (2002 GLS)
  8. Parts For Sale
    These parts are left over from my B6 Passat when I sold it. The Nut Tree finish parts were originally installed in the car, the brushed aluminum were purchased but never installed. Brushed Aluminum - 20V Passenger Trim - 3C1 857 212: $45 - SOLD Dash Top Trim - 3C0 858 336[/i}: $20 - SOLD...
  9. B5 Garage
    I have a 2003 Passat Wagon 1.8T AWM. In the passenger footwell there is a TCM (Transmission Control Module) that is encased in plastic. The plastic casing is slid in place and secured using a nut. I lost the nut. I have hundreds of similarly sized spare nuts but I can't find one that fits. The...
  10. Volkswagen Passat B6 Discussion
    I was trying to change put my brake pads on my 2006 VW Passat Value Edition 6MT. From what I know so far, the front pads are very straight forward and like many other cars. I tried to undo the lug nuts on my wheels and have problems trying to unlock them. I tried using the tools in the trunk and...
  11. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    (of the three) that connects the manifold to the downpipe. I did the driver's side cat last week and that wasn't exactly fun, but I had a little bit more clearance on that side. Any tips on how to reach this difficult nut on the passenger side?? Thank you, Paul, Providence, RI
  12. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    After spending yesterday drilling out the drivers side pinch bolt I am stuck once again today trying to break free the front shock retaining nut per the HermanH writeup. Holding a socket with a vise grip and the allen wrench holding the shaft ain't happening. I have the spring compressed...
  13. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I'm trying to replace my alternator but the fan clutch nut is rounded, not hex. I've tried the Allen key trick to break it loose and nothing is giving. Any one have any other ideas? Thanks.
  14. B5 Garage
    hiya folks, Well, I'm at it again. In trying to avoid the extortionist charges over here in norway, I've been trying to replace a brake line. The 11' nut at the lower end of the line basically melted when i applied pressure - now I have zero chance of getting it open - here's a pic: The nut...
  15. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I replaced my side engine mounts yesterday and noticed the recommended torque for the mount nuts is too high. The 40-45 ft-lbs is for a M12 stud. The mounts I installed had M8 studs. Those require 18 ft-lbs. Link to the DIY thread...
  16. B5 Garage
    If you've ever swapped front springs or struts, you've come across the nut fastening the top of the strut rod to the top mount. This nut needs to be torqued to about 37 ft/lbs. You won't be able to torque this nut without applying counter-torque to the strut rod. The top of the rod has an Allen...
  17. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    Trying to get my alternator out. Went and got the clutch fan removal tool from local auto parts place but the size that its suppposed to be 1 7/8 does not engage it seems to be a solid 1/8 inch too large nowhere near grabbing. The set I got came with many other sizes as well but none of them...
  18. Volkswagen Passat B5 Discussion
    I'm looking for help in acquiring the wheel lug nut covers on 2004 passat 4 motion ( they look like fake allan key )and also need the trim piece cover for tire jack on lower front of trim (black) on both driver and passenger side. Are there technical names for these piece? Would prefer to just...
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