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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN (3B3) L4-1.8L TURBO (AWM)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCONTROL MODULE HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRA/C CONTROL HEAD -E87- W/CLIMATRONIC CONTROL MODULE -J255
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM)
A/C Control Head -E87- W/Climatronic Control Module -J255
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWM)SECTION A/C Control Head -E87- W/Climatronic Control Module -J255
A/C Control Head -E87- With Climatronic Control Module -J255-, Removing And Installing
CAUTION!
- Before working on the electrical system, obtain radio security code and disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
- When reconnecting battery, always check operation of vehicle equipment such as radio, clock, and power windows.
NOTE: Climatronic control module -J255- and A/C control head -E87- are integrated into a single unit and cannot be serviced separately.
Removing
- Using a screwdriver with a protected tip, carefully unclip control head trim at locations indicated by -arrows-.
- Remove instrument panel screws -arrows-.
- Pull A/C control head/control unit from instrument panel opening.
- Disconnect electrical connections on rear of unit.
- Remove A/C control head with control unit.
Installing
Code Control module, Function 07, then initiate Basic setting, Function 04, with VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST); Climatronic, On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.