Timing Chain

2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)SECTION Timing Chain



Valve gear






1. Double bearing cap
2. 10 Nm (7 ft lb)
3. Exhaust camshaft bearing cap
4. Exhaust camshaft
5. Cap
6. Inlet camshaft bearing cap
7. Inlet camshaft
8. Camshaft adjuster
9. Drive chain
10. 10 Nm (7 ft lb)
11. O-ring
12. Camshaft adjuster valve
13. Gasket
14. Gasket
15. Valve lifter
16. Valve keepers
17. Upper valve spring plate
18. Valve spring
19. Valve stem seal
20. Valve guide
21. Cylinder head
22. Valves
23. Oil seal
24. Hood
25. Washer
26. 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
27. Camshaft - Position sensor
28. 10 Nm (7 ft lb)
29. Guide sleeve
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.