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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMSERVICE AND REPAIRGENERAL NOTES ON IGNITION SYSTEM
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)
General Notes on Ignition System
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)SECTION General Notes on Ignition System
General notes on ignition system
- This section deals especially with components having to do with ignition.
- The battery should only be disconnected and reconnected when the ignition is turned off, since otherwise the Engine Control Module (ECM) can be damaged.
- The Engine Control Module (ECM) is equipped with an On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
- Components marked with * are tested by the On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Erasing and checking DTC memory.
- For the electric components to work properly, a voltage of at least 11.5 V is required.
- It is possible that the control module will recognize a malfunction and store a DTC during some tests. Therefore, after all tests and repairs have been performed, the DTC memory should be queried and, if necessary, erased.
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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.