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How to change front brake hose on VW PASSAT Variant (33) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake hose : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.3, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.5, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.5 D, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.5, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.3, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6 i, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6 D … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.3, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.5, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.5 D, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.5, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.3, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6 i, VW PASSAT Variant (33) 1.6 D … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle
All the parts you need to replace – Brake Hose for PASSAT Variant (33) and other VW models
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #7
Combination spanner #11
Combination spanner #14
Drive socket # 7
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake hose clip
Brake bleeder kit
Fluid container
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake hose – VW PASSAT Variant (33). Tip from AUTODOC:
- Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
- The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left brake hoses on the same axle.
- Please note: all work on the car – VW PASSAT Variant (33) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.Step 2Secure the wheels with chocks.Step 3
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. - Step 4Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 5
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW PASSAT Variant (33) - Step 6
Remove the wheel. - Step 7
Detach the brake hose from the shock strut. - Step 8
Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the brake caliper and to the brake circuit pipe. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 9
Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp. - Step 10
Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath. - Step 11
Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the brake caliper and to the brake circuit pipe. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 12
Loosen the brake hose fastening. Use a combination spanner #14. - Step 13
Loosen the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake hose. Use a combination spanner #11. - Step 14
Unscrew the brake pipe from the brake hose. - Step 15
Remove the brake hose clamp. - Step 16
Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper.Replacement: brake hose – VW PASSAT Variant (33). AUTODOC experts recommend:Be careful! Brake fluid may leak from the brake hose. - Step 17
Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: brake hose – VW PASSAT Variant (33). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 18
Screw the new brake hose onto the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #14. - Step 19
Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.Replacement: brake hose – VW PASSAT Variant (33). Tip from AUTODOC experts:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 20
Screw the brake hose onto the brake circuit pipe. Use a combination spanner #11. - Step 21
Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: brake hose – VW PASSAT Variant (33). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 22
Fasten the brake hose on the strut.
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