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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMIGNITION LOCKTESTING AND INSPECTION
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)
Ignition Lock: Testing and Inspection
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)SECTION Testing and Inspection
Ignition key lock, checking
- Turn ignition key to position "Ignition on".
Must be possible to move selector lever out of "Park" position.
If this is not the case, the locking cable must be adjusted.
Note:
- It must only be possible to remove the ignition key when selector lever is in "Park" position!
- When ignition key is in position "Ignition off" it must be impossible to move selector lever out of "Park" position!
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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.