Passat Syncro Wagon V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2000)
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Remove noise insulation.
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Remove Bowden cable and disconnect electrical harness connectors.
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Remove front bumper and remove side bracket with bolt - 3 - from fender.
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Disconnect hoses for charge air cooler (only for corresponding engine versions).
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Drain engine coolant and disconnect coolant hoses.
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Remove condenser from lock carrier.
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Remove hydraulic oil cooler from lock carrier.
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In vehicles with automatic transmission with ATF cooler, ATF lines must be removed.
CAUTION: If lines for A/C system and/or for coolant are disconnected, engine must no longer be started.
NOTE:
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Do not hang condenser and hydraulic oil cooler on hoses.
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Condenser and hydraulic lines may not be kinked.
Installing
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Tape off fender edges to prevent paint damage.
Installation is reverse of removal.
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Make sure that all plug- and hose connections are corrected installed when re-assembling.
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Check ATF level and top off.
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Align lock carrier at longmembers and between fenders.
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Adjust headlights.