Suspension System Identification

1999 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B2) V6-2.8L (AHA)SECTION Suspension System Identification
Explanation of the PR numbers 1BA, 1BC, 1BE, 1BB, 1BF and 1BP

Various suspensions are available as optional equipment. They are indicated by the PR numbers.
Suspension version installed in vehicle is indicated by the corresponding PR. No. on the vehicle data plate (arrow).






Example of a vehicle data sticker

In this example the vehicle is equipped with the standard suspension -arrow-.
The vehicle data sticker is located in spare wheel well and in Maintenance booklet.






The table shows the meaning of the PR numbers. These are critical for wheel alignment.
RENDER: 1.0x

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