1998 Volkswagen Passat - Page 6 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

It is RON 92.
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I am assuming that this is an automatic transmission and it would indicate that that the transmission is not shifting into high gear. The normal rpm range at 100km should be 1800 -2200 rpm's. A visit to the transmission shop would be my recommendation.

Instructions:
1. Press and hold button [A] in the picture below.


2. Switch ignition ON.
3. The letters "SERVICE" will appear in the trip recorder display.
4. Release button [A].
5. Turn the button [B] to the left for approximately 2 seconds to reset the display.

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As a modern car it will run fine on any unleaded gas/petrol and the engine will self-adjust it's ignition timing to suit.

But some Passat variants can additionally take advantage of Super Unleaded, it's a total waste of money and offer no benefits at all for most models. As you haven't given further details of your exact Passat variant I cannot be any more specific, but the recommended grade is usually on a label inside the tank filler door.

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in the location shown you will need a special oil sender socket.( you can buy at auto zone) and remove it and replace it. that simple.
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chances are the spring that opens the flap is weak,just replace the spring.if it gets stuck shut pull away the carpet/trim from inside the trunk to get to the flap wire.

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down the dip stick tube with a small funnel or a special bottle

Check for a broken accelerator pedal to throttle body cable.

If there are no symptoms, the simplest thing to do is to reset the code and see if it comes back.

If there are symptoms such as the engine is stumbling or hesitating, check all wiring and connectors that lead to the cylinders (i.e. spark plugs). Depending on how long the ignition components have been in the car, it may be a good idea to replace them as part of your regular maintenance schedule. I would suggest spark plugs, spark plug wires, distributor cap, and rotor (if applicable). Otherwise, check the coils (a.k.a. coil packs). In some cases, the catalytic converter has gone bad. If you smell rotten eggs in the exhaust, your cat converter needs to be replaced. I've also heard in other cases the problems were faulty fuel injectors.

Random misfires that jump around from one cylinder to another (read: P030x codes) also will set a P0300 code. The underlying cause is often a lean fuel condition, which may be due to a vacuum leak in the intake manifold or unmetered air getting past the airflow sensor, or an EGR valve that is stuck open.

Keep in mind that a code P0300 may mean that one or more of the following has happened:
* Faulty spark plugs or wires
* Faulty coil (pack)
* Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
* Faulty fuel injector(s)
* Burned exhaust valve
* Faulty catalytic converter(s)
* Stuck/blocked EGR valve / passages
* Faulty camshaft position sensor
* Defective computer

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For 1998 VW Passat V6 the fuse box is located on the left side of dashboard behind a plastic cover (for left hand steering wheel vehicle). On inner face of the plastic cover you will find the fuse diagram.
The cigarette lighter fuse for 1998 VW Passat V6 is placed in the fuse box / relay plate fascia 1, (driver's door open). See pictures below:



The fuse box / relay plate fascia 1 diagram:


Fuse no.# 33 - F33 (15 Amp.) = Cigarette lighter


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it sounds like an oil cooler pipe or an oil breather most likely the oil breather for the turbo, this is quite common that oil will build up in here and does leak due to the pressure from the turbo, remove the pipe as it should not have loads of oil in it basically just oil vapour that builds up over time then leaks out. cklean it all out everywhere you can see that has oil and see if the problem persits, also the car has a plastic pan / cover under the engine to stop any damage to the bottom of the engine when you go over things, however this is also like a pan to collect oil so it tends to gather in there in small amounts then drips out when the car is moved. the best advice I could give is have the engine professionally steam cleaned with engine degreaser and hot steam.

Once clean any leaks would be more apparent and this ofetn helps diagnose the fault quicker.

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Dan

a clogged fuel filter will cause this. also check for kinkm in fuel lines

Clean battery ends and battery cables at all ends

The dipstick is marked ATF Engine Oil and is close to the oil. Pull this dipstick out. Wipe it off with a clean paper towel. Look at the fluid on the paper towel. Transmission fluid needs replacing if it is brown. Fresh transmission fluid is translucent red.

Replace

black smoke is raw gas burning. a rich condition could be the cause---a bad oxygen sensor, a bad map sensor, a bad fuel pressure regulator, a plugged up air filter, or bad injector. if it was a oil problem then you can smell it. when after running til hot. shut off engine and rub finger around inside of tailpipe to tell! have a good one!!

if you peel away the interior trim you can get to the release wire,its inside the cars filler flap.(bit more difficult if its a shooting brake)

You will need to remove the top engine cover, this is just pushed on, with a little effort it can be lifted off, You will then see 4 caps with wires connected, Press in the locking lugs and disconnect the wires of all 4, you will then need to pull the coils out one at a time, ( may need help of a small lever, but be careful not to damage casings ) plugs can then be seen inside of the head, You will need a long plug spanner ( normally in tool kit of car ) undo them in anti clockwise motion and remove plugs, refit in reverse of above

you may need a special star wrench.roll the seat fully forwards to see the bolts holding the runners to the floor,remove these then pull the seat right back and undo the fronts,they then just fall out...HEAVY.