Passat Wagon 4Motion V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2003)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Steering Gear, Removing and Installing
Steering gear, vehicles with 4 or 6 cylinder engines, removing and installing
Special tools and equipment
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3094 Hose clamps
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VAG 1907 Steering centering bolt
Removing
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Remove plenum chamber cover.
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Remove battery.
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Remove driver's side stowage compartment.
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Bring steering wheel to center position.
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Remove ignition key with steering wheel in center position.
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Move steering wheel slightly so that the steering lock engages.
Note: If the steering wheel is turned excessively with the steering gear removed, the spiral spring for the airbag system may become over-wound
and damaged.
Secure steering column against moving apart. Securing steering column before removal.
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Remove nut -1- on universal joint.
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Relieve tension on eccentric by turning tensioning bolt (Torx T50) clockwise and remove bolt.