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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWINDOWS AND GLASSREAR DEFOGGERREAR DEFOGGER SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)
Rear Defogger Switch: Service and Repair
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)SECTION Service and Repair
Switches In Instrument Panel Center Console, Removing And Installing
NOTE:
The procedure for removing and installing the
- Emergency flasher switch -E3-
- Rear window defogger switch -E15-
- Seat heater regulator switches (modules -J131- and -J132-)
is essentially the same for all switches. Removing the emergency flasher switch -E3- is illustrated below.
Removing
CAUTION!
- Be careful not to damage instrument panel center console trim when removing switch. Protect trim in area of switch with adhesive tape before removing switch.
- Do Not pry out switches from the side. Only pull out from the top.
- Carefully loosen and remove switch faceplate using a plastic wedge tool (locally available) or wrapped screwdriver.
- Using pliers, grasp switch at the top of the frame as illustrated and carefully pull switch from opening.
- Disconnect electrical connector.
Installing
- Connect electrical connector.
- Insert switch into opening and push in to engage.
- Install switch faceplate.
Switch blanks, removing
CAUTION!
- Be careful not to damage instrument panel center console trim when removing switch blanks. Protect trim in area of switch with adhesive tape before removing blanks.
- Using a plastic wedge tool (locally available) or wrapped screwdriver, carefully pry out blank from the side as illustrated.
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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.