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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN 4MOTION (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGCOMPRESSOR HVACSERVICE AND REPAIRCOMPRESSOR BRACKET, REMOVING AND INSTALLING
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4Motion (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)
Compressor Bracket, Removing and Installing
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4Motion (3B3) V6-2.8L (ATQ)SECTION Compressor Bracket, Removing and Installing
Compressor Bracket, Removing And Installing
Special tools, testers, measuring instruments and auxiliary items required
- Drift 3204
- Wrench 3212 or equivalent
- Open end wrench 3312
- Torque wrench VAG 1331 (5 - 50 Nm) or equivalent
NOTE:
- The compressor bracket and related components can be removed and installed without having to open the refrigerant circuit
- Removing ribbed drive belt
1 - Hex head combination bolt
- M8 x 26
- 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
2 - Nuts
- M8
- 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
3 - Compressor
- Manufacturer: Denso
- With A/C clutch -N25-
4 - Washer
5 - Hex head bolt
- M8 x 88
- 25 Nm (18 ft lb)
6 - A/C clutch -N25-
7 - Compressor bracket
8 - Spacer sleeve
- Qty.: 2
- Ensure proper fit in bracket
9 - Stud
- M8 X 20
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.