When to replace the Oil Filter on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tools you'll need:
All-purpose cleaning spray
Drive socket # 19
Oil filter cup socket 76-14F
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Oil drain pan
Funnel
Fender cover
Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the oil filter every time when changing motor oil.
  • Wear gloves to prevent contact with hot liquid.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All work should be done with the engine stopped.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the oil filter. Use the 76-14F socket.
  3. Step 3
    Prepare a container for the old oil filter.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the oil filter.
  4. Step 5
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    Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
  5. Step 6
    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
    Step 7
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    Screw the new filter into its place. Use the 76-14F socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 20 Nm torque.
  6. Step 8
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    Put a waste oil container with at least 5 l capacity under the drainage hole.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the drain plug. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Drain the used oil.
    Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
  9. Step 11
    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
    Step 12
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    Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
  10. Step 13
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    Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
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