How to carry out replacement: ABS Sensor 1.9 TDI Passat 3b5
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How to change front ABS sensor on VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.8 T, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.3 VR5, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.8 V6, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.9 TDI, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.9 TDI, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.8 V6 Syncro/4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.8 Syncro/4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.9 TDI Syncro/4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.3 VR5 Syncro/4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.9 TDI, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.5 TDI, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 2.5 TDI Syncro/4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.9 TDI 4motion, VW PASSAT Variant (3B5) 1.9 TDI … View more

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Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H14
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Clip removal tool
Flat screwdriver
Tap wrench
Pincers
Wheel chock
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Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Tip:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the fastener of the driveshaft. Use HEX No.H14. Use a tap wrench.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW PASSAT Variant (3B5)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor wiring. Use a clip removal tool.
  6. Step 8
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  7. Step 9
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 10
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor. Use pincers.
  9. Step 11
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    Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  10. Step 12
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    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a flat screwdriver.
  11. Step 13
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    Connect the ABS sensor.
  12. Step 14
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    Connect the ABS sensor wiring.
  13. Step 15
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the drive shaft to the wheel hub. Use HEX No.H14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 16
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (3B5). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure the ABS sensor is installed correctly.
    Step 17
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    Install and tighten the drive shaft bolt. Use HEX No.H14. Use a ratchet wrench.
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