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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2003PASSAT SEDAN 4MOTION (3B3) W8-4.0L (BDP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT CAMBER
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4Motion (3B3) W8-4.0L (BDP)
Front Camber
2003 Volkswagen Passat Sedan 4Motion (3B3) W8-4.0L (BDP)SECTION Front Camber
Front axle camber, centering
Special tools, workshop equipment, testers, measuring instruments and auxiliary items required
- VAG 1941 Camber adjustment device
Only by moving the subframe it is possible to change the camber slightly.
- Remove noise insulation tray.
- Unscrew hex bolts -3- and -4-.
- Insert camber adjustment device --VAG 1941-.
Tightening torque of hex bolts -1- 10 Nm.
- Loosen hex bolts -1-, -2-, -5-, -6-, -7- and -8-.
- Turn bolt -2- until the specifications are achieved.
Specifications for vehicle alignment, Refer to alignment specifications.
- Relieve tension on bolt -2- and check the readings obtained, if necessary correct camber again.
- Screw in new hex bolts -7- and -8-.
- Remove camber adjustment device --VAG 1941-.
- Screw in new front hex bolts -5- and -6- and tighten, Refer to Front Suspension, Service and Repair, Front Suspension, Servicing, See item 28.
- Tighten new hex bolts -1-, -2-, -3- and -4- , Refer to Front Suspension, Service and Repair, Front Suspension, Servicing, See - item 27.
Important: The toe must be checked after each camber adjustment.
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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.