Recommended replacement interval for the part category Oil filter : 12 month / 15000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.9 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 3.2 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 3.6 R36 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 BlueTDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 4motion … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change oil filter and engine oil on VW PASSAT B6 (3C5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Oil Filter for Passat Variant (3C5) and other VW models

Oil filter

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        Oil filter for Passat B6 Variant (3C5) Petrol (250 hp)
      
        Oil filter for Passat B6 Variant (3C5) Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Oil filter for Passat B6 Variant (3C5) Diesel (140 hp)

Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat B6 3C Variant. Tools you'll need:

                        All-purpose cleaning spray
                      
                        Torx bit T20
                      
                        Combination spanner #19
                      
                        Drive socket # 19 
                      
                        Drive socket # 32 
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Oil drain pan
                      
                        Funnel
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Fender cover

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Replacement: engine oil and filter – Passat 3C5. 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 Variant B6. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the hood.
Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3

Remove the engine cover.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Passat B6 3C Variant. AUTODOC recommends:
Raise the engine cover, holding it on two sides simultaneously.
Step 4

Unscrew the oil filler plug.
Step 5

Lift the car using a jack or place it over an inspection pit.

AUTODOC recommends:
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.
Step 6

Put a waste oil container with at least 5 l capacity under the drainage hole.
Step 7

Unscrew the drain plug. Use a combination spanner #19.
Step 8

Drain the used oil.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat Variant B6. Tip from AUTODOC:
Caution! The oil may be hot.Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.
Step 9

Unscrew the vacuum system bracket. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Move the vacuum system components aside.
Step 11

Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 12

Unscrew the filter housing cap together with the old filter element. Use a drive socket #32. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Prepare a container for the old oil filter.
Step 14

Remove the oil filter.
Step 15

Put the old filter cartridge in the container.
Step 16

Detach the oil filter from the filter cover.
Step 17

Remove the oil filter cover O-ring. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 18

Clean the oil filter housing cap. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 19

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole.
Step 20

Screw in the new drainage plug and tighten it. Use a drive socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 28 Nm torque.
Step 21

Clean the area of the oil pan drainage hole. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 22

Lower the car.
Step 23

Install a new O-ring to its mounting seat on the filter cover.
Step 24

Install the new oil filter to the mounting seat on the filter cover.

Please note!
Make sure to install the filter correctly. Don't mix up the sides of the part.
Step 25

Lubricate the rubber seal of the new filter with a little amount of fresh oil.
Step 26

Screw the new filter into its place.
Step 27

Install a new oil filter housing cover and tighten it. Use a drive socket #32. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
Step 28

Return the vacuum system components to the original position.
Step 29

Screw in the vacuum system bracket. Use Torx T20. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 30

Install the engine cover and secure it.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat 3C B6 Variant. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
Step 31

Remove the oil filler cap.
Step 32

Insert the funnel.
Step 33

Pour oil into the engine through the filler. Required amount of oil: 4.7 l.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – Passat 3C5. Tip from AUTODOC:
Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.
Step 34

Check the oil level using the dipstick. Top up oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.
Step 35

Install the oil filler cap.
Step 36

Tighten the oil filler cap.
Step 37

Run the engine for a few minutes. After the oil pressure warning light goes out, stop the engine.
Step 38

Check the oil level 5 minutes after the stop of the engine operation using a dipstick and add oil if necessary.

Please note!
The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened.Check the threaded plug of the drainage hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, carefully tighten them up.
Step 39

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 40

Close the hood.

Replacement: engine oil and filter – VW Passat B6 3C Variant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Note that oil pressure warning light, which indicates insufficient pressure in the lubrication system, may be on for a longer time than usual. After a few seconds, the oil will fill all the channels, and the light will go out. To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.

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