Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Passat Variant (365) 1.4 TSI, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.6 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TSI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.4 TSI MultiFuel, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Variant (365) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (365) 1.4 TSI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – ABS Sensor for Passat Variant (365) and other VW models
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ABS sensor
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ABS sensor ring
Tools
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (365). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Electronic spray
Multipurpose grease
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H5
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (365). Professionals recommend:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: ABS sensor – VW PASSAT Variant (365). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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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 (365)
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the ABS sensor fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the ABS sensor fastener. Use HEX No.H5. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor.
  7. Step 9
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  8. Step 10
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    Treat the ABS sensor connector. Use dielectric grease.
  9. Step 11
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    Clean the ABS sensor mounting seat. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  10. Step 12
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    Attach the ABS sensor connector.
  11. Step 13
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    Treat the ABS sensor fastener. Use a multipurpose grease. Use a crowbar.
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