How to carry out replacement: Strut Mount 1.9 TDI Passat 3B6
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear strut mount on VW PASSAT B5+ [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: strut mount – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Drive socket # 16
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Adjustable wrench
Wheel chock
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Replacement: strut mount – VW Passat B5 Variant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the mounts of the right and left shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Both mounts of the rear shock struts should be replaced simultaneously.
  • During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: strut mount – VW Passat B5 Variant. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Passat B5 Variant
    Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Secure the rear axle beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  7. Step 9
    Remove the fastening bolt.
    Step 10
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    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Passat B5 Variant. Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms.
  8. Step 11
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the shock absorber.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tip from AUTODOC:
    To avoid injuries, hold the shock absorber when undoing the fastening bolts.
  10. Step 13
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    Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 14
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    Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 15
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    Remove the top strut mount.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Passat B5 Variant. Professionals recommend:
    Examine the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop. Replace them if necessary.
  13. Step 16
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    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
  14. Step 17
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    Screw the shock strut piston rod upper fastening. Use a combination spanner #17. Use an adjustable wrench. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
  15. Step 18
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 19
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    Place the shock absorber in the wheel arch and secure it.
    Replacement: strut mount – VW Passat B5 Variant. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold the shock absorber cautiously tight when screwing in the fastening bolts.
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