DIY Volkswagen Passat B3 engine repair

In detail: do-it-yourself repair of the Volkswagen Passat B3 engine from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.

The RP engine was installed on cars:

Volkswagen Passat B3 / Volkswagen Passat B3 (312) 1988 - 1994
Volkswagen Passat Variant B3 / Volkswagen Passat Variant B3 (315) 1988 - 1994

Volkswagen Golf 2 (191, 193) 1984 - 1988
Volkswagen Jetta 2 / Volkswagen Jetta 2 (165, 167) 1984 - 1988
Volkswagen Golf 2 / Volkswagen Golf 2 (1G1) 1989 - 1992
Volkswagen Jetta 2 / Volkswagen Jetta 2 (1G2) 1989 - 1992

SEAT Toledo (1L)

Good day to everyone, I’ve actually matured a little to somehow describe the whole procedure that I carried out in September.
symptoms: compression has disappeared, well, if not completely, then it has greatly decreased after the engine had to drive almost 300 km without oil, and then it also boiled without a water pump in addition. I felt very sorry for him, and it was decided to open it and see what was inside him.
some spare parts were bought in advance.
vulture rings
connecting rod / main bearings
oil seals (all 4 pieces)
cylinder head gasket, valve cover, oil seal covers, collectors, pallet
clutch assembly
starter bendix, bendix fitulka (for gearbox)
gearbox oil seals
gearbox oil
engine oil
filter
Coolant
The timing belt and roller, it was decided to leave those that were.

I made a small bar on the ceiling from 16 rebar and bought 2 1-ton winches.

so, away we go.
we drive the car into the garage and forget that we have it.

I went to the second, since I had it.

disconnect the battery and remove it further away. we remove the wires to the generator, high-voltage, disconnect all the chips, unscrew the clutch cylinder, vacuum tubes, air ducts and all the waste.

Video (click to play).

... small things are done, now about the capital.
... the first thing we need is the bumper. we tear off the fenders from it, remove the grill, unscrew the 4 bolts of the stiffener and pull it forward.

after that we need to remove the headlights and all the entrails. since I don't have any air ducts there, so that I don't bother, I just took off my whole face all over with the ski. 4 bolts under the hood and 4 somewhere under the headlights, you will find.
there she is.

now. it is now that I propose to drain the liquids, you see, it's much more convenient this way

we substitute a bucket or a basin, remove the hoses and drain everything to the last drop so as not to stain the already dirty floor. the thermostat will have to be removed in order to drain everything from the unit. remove all pipes. then it is good to drain the oil.

so that I could get closer, I picked up the eye with a winch and removed the front beam (I don't know how exactly).

we lower the engine a little, take 2 crowbars and remove the brackets of the intake pipe. careful, they can sometimes fly.

it remains to unscrew 2 pillows and the engine from the gearbox on the floor.

we are sorting everything out on the sly. before. about this state.

block. the distributor of course turned sour.

and the piston state. although there was a breakthrough of gases, the oil rings did not lie down, but the compression rings probably lost their elasticity. set to turn off in kerosene.

to my great regret, the report came out only on removal and a little on disassembly. this is all due to the fact that I was only doing the repairs alone, no one helped, and there was practically no time to take pictures, and when I began to collect, it was not at all up to that.

measurements: the gap in the locks of the rings is 0.2-0.4 according to the book - it fully fits into the standard. The output in the cylinders for the gap in the lock is maximum 0.05, the new rings practically do not change the situation, at least you will not feel with a probe.
axial backlash to / in is not observed. there was no fascist wire for measuring the clearance in the bearings, so I hammered it. like everything is ok.
the condition of the liners can be seen in the photo - a slight starvation without oil is observed.
the condition of the rings is not very good. new more elastic.
In principle, I’m happy that I climbed there, but I’m not happy that everything was so good there that I’m climbing in vain.
in general, that is all for now, I can add.
if you have any questions - ask, I will be happy to answer.

If you did not find information on your car, look at the cars built on the platform of your car.
With a high degree of probability, the information on repair and maintenance will be suitable for your car as well.

All documentation in English is marked (eng.), In German - (ger.)
For everyone who has a Volkswagen, hands and the desire to do something with them.
For all who has Volkswagen, hands and desire to do something by them.

Here are photo reports on repair and detailed documentation on cars:

Volkswagen Passat B3 / Volkswagen Passat B3 (model code: 312) 1988 - 1994
Volkswagen Passat Variant B3 1988 - 1994

Overhaul of the 2E engine on the Volkswagen Passat B3 (rus.) Photo report
The 2E engine was installed on cars: VW Passat B3 (31), VW Passat B4 (3A), VW Golf 3 / Vento (1H), VW Corrado (509), SEAT Ibiza / Cordoba (6K), SEAT Toledo (1L).

Repair of the cylinder head of the engine 2E (rus.) Photo report.
The original reasons for cylinder head repair were:
· The sound "chirping" when you press the gas pedal
· Lagging reactions of the lambda probe.
High fuel consumption
Unstable operation of a cold engine
· Poor dynamics.

Engine crankcase ventilation valve 2E, inspection, opening, repair (rus.) Photo report.
Replacing a torn diaphragm, original and non-original crankcase ventilation valves.

Replacing the intermediate shaft liners on the RP engine, without removing the engine (rus.) Photo report
Much has been written about the flashing light and oil pressure buzzer already, I also had this problem. The oil receiver mesh was clean, the pump was working. Replacing the main and connecting rod bearings practically did not help. Reading the forum my.housecope.com/wp-content/uploads/ext/3141 prompted the idea of the need to check the intermediate shaft liners - the check showed the intermediate shaft play in the rear liner

Cooling, heating, ventilation and air conditioning system
(Cooling, Heating, Air Conditioning and Climate Control Systems)

Automotive climate control systems (rus.)Device and principle of operation. Self-study program. Climate control on a car, The principle of operation of the air conditioner, Refrigerant, Air conditioning device, System regulation, Turning on the cooling fan, Temperature regulation, Service.

Climatronic - Construction and Function (eng.) Design and principle of operation. Self-study program.

Proximity Throttle Position Sensor Installation, Digifant, Engine 2E (rus.) Photo report
It's time to change the throttle position sensor (TPS). Symptoms: instability of idling and dips until the engine stops. In the vastness of the network there is a lot of information about contactless sensors, there was a desire to introduce a modern component into the body of an adult car.

Modernization of the DMRV on the 2E engine for the contactless DPDZ 3102.3855 (rus.) Photo report
All 2E engine owners are aware of this problem. When the car gasses itself, then immediately the revolutions fail, sometimes they return to the place, and sometimes the car stalls, and sometimes even stalls on the move. It was decided to start reanimating the injection.

Replacing a seven-pin TPS with a four-pin one, experience in replacing TPS (rus.) Photo report
Faced the problem of the throttle position sensor (TPS). I had a seven-pin one, tk. there used to be an automatic transmission. I went to the market to look - there were no such ones, there were only four-pin ones. Then I walked through the Internet and found out that these are not for sale at all. How to be? I began to study this critical part of the mono injection.

Injection and ignition systems
This information on injection systems applies to all VW, Skoda, SEAT, Audi vehicles.
General information on ignition systems
Suitable for many cars VW, Skoda, SEAT, Audi

Repair of a fuel pump for the AAM engine (rus.) Photo report.
It all started with the fact that the fuel pump jammed. I went through and started assembling, the photos of the removal turned out to be not very successful, therefore I describe only the assembly process, the disassembly is not very different.

General information on fuel systems
Suitable for many cars VW, Skoda, SEAT, Audi

Replacement of protective covers (anthers) CV joints for VW Passat 1994, engine 2E (rus.) Photo report.
Inspection of the car's running gear revealed wear of protective covers (anthers) of the inner and outer hinges, the left drive shaft. The covers are covered with small cracks, and several tears have formed, grease is released. Replacement of anthers is required.

Removal and disassembly of the right drive shaft on the Volkswagen Passat B3-B4 (rus.) Photo report
When completely disassembling and flushing the hinges, certain wear and tear of the constituent parts may be revealed and their complete replacement may be required. In this case, it is more expedient to purchase a new hinge, complete with a new protective cover, clamps and grease.

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Disassembly of the inner and outer CV joints (rus.) Photo report.
When replacing the boot, if dirt has got into the grease, the CV joint must be disassembled, rinsed from the old grease, then assembled and filled with new grease. This work is not at all difficult, but it requires accuracy and attention.

Replacing the boots and rear shock absorbers Volkswagen Passat B3 Variant (rus.) Photo report.
I decided to write a report on replacing the anthers of the rear shock absorbers, in general, that can be said about replacing the ammo with a bulkhead.At first I only wanted to change the anthers, but then the rear springs were confused (they were painfully sagging).

General Suspension Information
Suitable for many cars VW, Skoda, SEAT, Audi

Repair of the ABS pump Teves Mark 2 (ABS Teves 02, Teves Mk II, ATE Mk2) (rus.) Photo report.
Anti-lock braking system ABS Teves 02 / ABS ATE 02 was installed on cars:
Volkswagen Passat B3 / Volkswagen Passat B3 (model code: 312)
Volkswagen Passat Variant B3 / Volkswagen Passat Variant B3 (model code: 315)

Anti-lock braking device "Teves" with electronic differential lock (EDS) (rus.) Design and principle of operation. Self Study Program 117 VW / Audi. This system was installed on VW Golf II / Jetta II, VW Passat B3 / B4, VW Corrado, etc.
Contents: Differential, Mechanical differential lock, Electronic differential lock (EDS), Traction force diagram, General structure of the EDS system, Hydraulic unit with EDS valve block, ABS work with EDS, Control unit with self-diagnosis function, Circuit diagram.
Description of the whole brake system, brake pad replacement, ABS, etc. 5 Mb

Removing and replacing the power steering pump on VW Passat B3-B4 (rus.) Photo report
The power steering pump “snotty” very much, and therefore, it was decided to change it to a new one. A ZF pump and 1 liter of power steering fluid were purchased.

Power steering pump bulkhead for Volkswagen Passat B3, 1.8 RP engine, 1990 (rus.) Photo report
If the power steering pump is noisy, but works, it is possible to restore it by replacing the bearing. It is also best to replace the oil seal and all O-rings immediately. My lateral play in the bearing was somewhere around 1-1.5 mm. The pump was noisy, but it didn't flow. The result after the bulkhead is silence in the cabin and saved 4-5 thousand rubles.

Power steering pump repair, pump knocking, steering rack TWR (rus.) Photo report
The car is equipped with a TRW steering rack with a 1H0 422 155C pump made in the USA. There was not a strong, but audible, knock in the power steering pump. At the same time, this did not affect the operation of the steering in any way. I came to the conclusion that most likely died, the pump bearing. Since the pumps are somewhat different from each other in design, in particular with oil seals, I decided to first disassemble the pump and see what was in it, and then purchase spare parts for repairs.

Dismantling the power steering (GUR) for the Volkswagen Passat B3 engine JR 1.6 (rus.) Photo report
It all started with a somewhat strange sound coming from the power steering under load, when turning the steering wheel. There was a suspicion of a belt, but the tension seemed to be normal. Then I found out that everything around the power steering tank is covered in oil - I open the lid - and there is solid foam. This is due to air leaks either directly in the pump (bearing is broken, oil seal is torn or worn out), or air leaks in the supply line. It was decided to sort out the power steering pump. After reading the my.housecope.com/wp-content/uploads/ext/3141 forum and having gathered a lot of useful information, I decided to share my experience as well.

Power steering bulkhead for Volkswagen Passat B3 (rus.) Photo report
So my time has come to sort out the power steering on my Passat, the reasons for the bulkhead: the oil seal dripped, the bearing noise, the fluid in the tank began to foam, the steering wheel became tight. I offer a small photo report.

Complete analysis of the power steering pump for the Volkswagen Passat B3-B4 (rus.) Photo report
It is not so difficult to sort out the power steering pump, disassembled it in half an hour, drove it for a new bearing and assembled it in an hour. Well, plus the time for removal - installation and fluid change. Analysis showed that the valve piston was jammed in a slightly open state (see photo), but it was jammed because a step appeared on the valve wall with a protruding edge on which the piston clung. Details in the report.

Removing the steering shaft on the Volkswagen Passat B3 (rus.) Photo report and horror story at night
I changed the contact group of the ignition lock here, I wanted to do without removing the shaft, from above, but it did not work, I had to remove the shaft. Well, at the same time I took a picture, albeit on the phone, the result is this photo report.

Replacing the steering rack with a Volkswagen Passat B3 without power steering (rus.) Photo report
For work, you will need keys for 13,17,19,22 and a gas wrench or its equivalent, a pair of plastic ties for securing the covers.

Replacing the steering gimbal boot for VW Passat B3-B4 (rus.) Photo report
Changing the steering rod, I noticed the torn boot of the steering cardan and decided to replace it. If this boot is full of holes, then dirt and water will begin to kill the steering rack, and, in addition, water gets into the cabin.

Replacing the steering rod for VW Passat B3-B4 (rus.) Photo report
I decided to share my experience of replacing the steering rod, tk. a backlash was found in the tip and the ball mechanism of the thrust near the rail. At the end of the report, samples of homemade special keys are provided to make the job easier.

The first Volkswagen Passat B3 came off the assembly line in the spring of 1988 and almost immediately became a hit of sales - customers liked the spacious interior with excellent finishing materials, a huge trunk and a simple, but at the same time very attractive design. In addition to decorative changes, the Volkswagen Passat B3 has also undergone technical changes: the wheelbase has become longer, the rear suspension design has changed, and new electrical appliances have appeared. The power unit has also undergone changes: if in previous versions of the trade wind the engine was located longitudinally, then in the top three it (by the way, the power of the most voluminous of them - V6 was 174 hp) received a transverse arrangement. In addition, variants with mono injection appeared in the engine lineup: such cars were somewhat less dynamic, but this was fully compensated for by the low fuel consumption and the absence of problems with the carburetor setting.

In general, the car turned out to be as hardy and reliable as its predecessors: only the steering frame failed, which failed after about 50: 100 thousand kilometers, and the suspension, which did not cope very well with a bad road. However, for the inhabitants of Western Europe, the latter problem was irrelevant.

In 1993, the production of the Volkswagen Passat B3 was discontinued. This undoubtedly magnificent car was replaced by the Volkswagen Passat B4: however, today on European, and even more so on Russian streets, you can find these cars, some of which have traveled more than a million kilometers.

The production of fourth-generation trade winds began in 1994. Outwardly, the car was not very different from the Volkswagen Passat B3: the headlights became a little narrower, and instead of a closed "front end" there was a radiator grill - that's all. The biggest changes took place in the control and safety systems: Volkswagen Passat B4 was equipped with disc brakes, protective beams in the doors, front and side airbags, as well as an ABS system and a safety steering column.

How to return life to a far from new car? How to improve its characteristics with your own hands? Finally, how to restore your dream car - Volkswagen Passat B3?
You will find answers to these and other questions in this video.
Happy viewing,
Best regards, Aleksandr Ignatovich.

oh how many jambs can be seen in the photo, but it saves that with your own hands. If interested, I can explain. I myself am 92 years old. 2E motor. Imported in 95, and we still ride))))) Grodno, my homeland)))

Yes, I did everything perfectly, but the cladding here constantly needs to be removed from the handles, the external handles quickly break down

Respect, golden hands. like

What kind of music is this? What is the Middle Ages in modern processing? Great! Tell me what it's called. Thank you.

No need to know the handle of the lining of the lock

auto class. tell me how to make electric lifts from which car will fit!

Instead of that shiny crap, foam rubber fits well and costs less, and it's not even that it is suitable and cheaper, but that the foam rubber better insulates squeaks and everything like that than this bitoplast or whatever it is.

Nice car, and how much would you need to invest to make it look good?

Volkswagen Passat B3 / B4 with petrol engines: RF / 1F / EZ / ABN / AEK / AFT 1.6 l (1595 cm³) 72-75-100 hp / 53-55-74 kW, AAM / ABS / ADZ / RP / PF / PB / PG / KR 1.8 l (1781 cm³) 75-90-107-112-136-160 HP / 55-66-79-82-100-118 kW, 2E / ADY / AGG / 9A / ABF 2.0 l (1984 cc) 115-136-150 hp / 85-100-110 kW, AAA 2.8 l (2792 cc) 174 hp / 128 kW and ABV 2.9 l (2861 cc) 184 l .s. / 135 kW; Instructions for use, maintenance and repair.Advice on the selection of spare parts, full technical specifications, features of operation and repair, troubleshooting on the way, more than 600 original photographs, wiring diagrams, control dimensions of the body. Volkswagen Passat station wagon (variant), sedan (limousine) model B3 and B4 from 1988 to 1996

Video VW Passat B3 / B4 mono injection tuning and replacement of the front wheel hub and bearing (Volkswagen Passat 88-96)

Volkswagen Passat cars of the third and fourth generations of 1988-1996 with an all-metal monocoque body of the sedan type (Limousine) belong to class D. In addition to the four-door sedan, the model range includes a five-door station wagon (Variant). Depending on the modification, the cars are equipped with gasoline or diesel engines with a capacity of 54-135 kW (75-184 hp) and four- or five-speed gearboxes.
The layout of the car is front-wheel drive. In September 1989, the range was supplemented by the all-wheel drive version of the Syncro with a transmission equipped with a viscous coupling.
The rack and pinion steering can be equipped with hydraulic booster.
The front suspension is independent. The rear suspension is semi-independent with struts and trailing arms. Some cars with a station wagon body (Variant) are equipped with a body position stabilization system.The brake system is double-circuit hydraulic. On cars with engines less than 79 kW (107 hp), disc brakes are used for the front wheels, and drum brakes for the rear. On cars with more powerful engines, all brakes are disc brakes, the front ones are with ventilated discs. Cars can be equipped with various additional equipment: central locking system, electric windows, electric sunroof, airbags, pyrotechnic seat belt pretensioners, ABS and air conditioning. The cars are equipped with four-cylinder, four-stroke gasoline engines with in-line vertical arrangement of cylinders with a working volume of 1.6 to 2.0 liters. The engines have the same design of the cylinder block and crankset. The principal difference lies in the design of single (SOHC) and dual (DOHC) camshaft heads. The cars are also equipped with 6-cylinder engines with a volume of 2.8 or 2.9 liters of the VR configuration.Engines with one or two camshafts located in the cylinder head are mounted transversely at the front of the vehicle. The crankshaft rotates in five main bearings. Thrust half rings are located in the central main bearing. which regulates the axial play of the crankshaft. The camshaft is driven by a toothed belt from the crankshaft toothed wheel. The toothed belt also rotates the intermediate shaft of the ignition distributor drive, the oil pump and, on carburetor engines, the fuel pump. The camshaft cams press on the valves through hydraulic tappets, which automatically compensate for thermal valve clearances. On DOHC engines, the exhaust camshaft is driven from the crankshaft via a toothed belt, from which, in turn, the intake camshaft is driven by a chain drive. Gear type oil pump installed in the engine sump.In 1988, the third generation of Passat cars appeared. The B3 sedans differed from previous versions in more increased dimensions and smooth body lines. In this generation, there is no headlight block and a radiator grill.

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The model has already managed to win the people's love, the demand for a car exceeded all expectations, nevertheless, already in those years, some craftsmen were tuning the Passat B3 so that it looked unusual and stood out among the crowd. Image - DIY Volkswagen Passat B3 engine repair

A year later, the Volkswagen Passat B3 station wagon received the first improvement, the car began to be produced with an all-wheel drive system of the "syncro" modification. Now, when the front wheels were slipping, the rear-wheel drive was automatically connected. In the car, the designers set a standard ground clearance and a good engine at that time. The new version was equipped with a longer wheelbase and improved rear suspension design.

Tuning Volkswagen Passat B3 station wagon allows you to make an unusual car for trips to the country from a simple station wagon, or even a drag racing car can be made from this car. After 1993, a new generation came out - B4.

The new generation received an improved interior, a more productive engine, modern headlights, a bumper, additional airbags and an ABS (anti-lock brakes) system.

As for the Volkswagen Passat B3, 4 possible configurations were presented here, among them a 3-5 door hatchback, a 4-door sedan with the name "Variant" or a 5-door station wagon.

Under the hood of the car, one of 9 variants of gasoline engines could be found, 8 of them came with 4 cylinders, among them:

a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 72 hp;
a volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 75 hp;
a volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 75 hp;
a volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 90 hp;
a volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 107 hp;
a volume of 1.8 liters and a capacity of 139 hp;
a volume of 2 liters and a capacity of 115 hp;
a volume of 2 liters and a power of 136 hp.

There is only one version with a 6-cylinder model VR6 engine with a volume of 2.8 liters and a capacity of 174 liters. With.

To ensure the smooth movement of the car, you can choose 3 diesel engines with 4 cylinders each, among them motors:

volume of 1.6 liters and a capacity of 70 liters. With.;
volume of 1.9 liters and a capacity of 68 liters. With.;
volume of 1.9 liters and a capacity of 75 liters. With.

All engines are equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic clutch.

The brakes are very efficient and consist of front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. In cars with a powerful engine, ventilated front disc brakes and standard rear disc brakes are installed. By the way, generations B3 and B4 in terms of reliability are much better than the more modern generation Passat B6.

Further video about tuning WV Passat B3:

There is a separate version of the Passat B3 G60, which comes with a 118 kW engine from the Volkswagen Golf 2 G60. With such an engine, the Passat B3 accelerates to a speed of 215 km / h. External differences in the vehicle configuration are the red G60 engine logo and 15-inch light alloy wheels. Image - DIY Volkswagen Passat B3 engine repair

Since there is strong competition in the world of tuning now, specialized companies for the production of auto parts produce constantly improved parts that are now available for sale.

For the Volkswagen Passat B3 station wagon in 1991, such competition is only beneficial. This model is considered a benchmark among cars for tuning, because with the help of modernization, you can emphasize the individual design of Volkswagen, in brighter and more expressive shades, and most importantly, increase power and dynamic characteristics.

Passat B3 spurs manufacturers of tuning parts to come up with new solutions. The Passat drives the production of all auto tuning salons, every day you can find a new part for the Passat, a completely new spoiler, side skirts or suspensions.

Sports suspension modifications can be made to help improve stability and reduce body roll during drifts on the road. The helical suspension allows you to change the vehicle's ground clearance, taking into account the road conditions.

Tuning Passat B3 includes changing the color of the car body. By the way, the correct color plays a significant role in changing the exterior of the car.

You can choose a completely new color, make the car matte or airbrush it. In terms of tuning suitability, this car is akin to the VAZ 2112 series - a real springboard for tuning.

So, tuning the Volkswagen Passat B3 includes the installation of suspensions with adjustable stiffness, front and rear bumpers with overlays, a set of body kits, covers for lights and headlights, side skirts, a radiator grill with a logo, eyelashes for headlights, new optics and a spoiler.

With the help of such details, you will create your perfect car. Volkswagen Passat B3 station wagon, the photo further shows a possible option for tuning a car.

The interior of the car does not need special tuning, so the Volkswagen Passat B3 is almost perfect. The details change in the event that you are already tired of them. The dashboard must be replaced, using a sporty style, the interior trim is changing, new seats and a steering wheel are installed.

You can install a modern audio system, display and video recorder, with the help of such parts, the car will acquire an individual style.

In any car, you sometimes need to make repairs, replace worn parts, so you need to know what parts exist for the Volkswagen Passat B3 station wagon. They are divided into separate categories so that you can easily navigate in finding the necessary part.

Among them: body parts, engine, exhaust system, filters, brake system, cooling system, ignition and heating systems, electrics, steering, shock absorbers and springs, suspension, wheel drive, towing equipment, belt drive, window cleaning systems, clutches, fuel supply systems, gearboxes and many other spare parts.

Let's figure out how to make a Volkswagen Passat B3 station wagon repair using the example of a ceiling constriction in a car interior. Since more than 20 years have passed since the serial production of the car, over time, the ceiling of the cabin becomes unusable, so it is necessary to do periodic restoration of the factory characteristics.

There are many technologies for restoring the structure of the ceiling, some of them will be ineffective, as a result of which the ceiling material will begin to sag and peel off again.

You will be offered the most effective option, which offers not to waste time and nerves on restoring the old coating, but to completely equip the interior with a new ceiling finish.

You can directly choose your color and finishing material, or use the services of auto interior designers to choose a material for your car. Next, a photo of the Passat B3 with a lowered suspension looks pretty stylish.

We proceed to remove the ceiling covering of the Volkswagen Passat B3, for this:

Remove the plastic panels on the A-pillars.
We remove the panel on the rear pillars.
We remove the panel around the perimeter of the ceiling.
Gently removes sun visors.
We dismantle the sunroof control (not available in all car trim levels).
We lay out the front seats.

After dismantling the equipment, carefully remove the ceiling from the passenger compartment through the trunk or through the front doors; in some car models, it is convenient to pull the ceiling through the fifth door. Now we turn to its processing, for this we remove the old coating and prepare the surface for applying a layer of glue.

It is necessary to make a pattern at the place of the new coating, then coat the ceiling with glue and glue the new coating.

Waterproof glue can be used for gluing. Next, we collect all the parts in reverse order and the ceiling hauling is ready. Start tuning the Passat B3 right now, and you will notice how unrecognizable the new look will become.

Further video about the maintainability of the Volkswagen Passat B3:

High mileage is not a sufficient indicator of the need for overhaul, on the other hand, low mileage does not exclude overhaul. The most important metric appears to be the timeliness of routine engine maintenance. With a timely oil and air filter change, as well as with all other necessary maintenance work, the engine will serve reliably for many thousands of kilometers. Conversely, insufficient maintenance can lead to a dramatic reduction in resource.Increased oil consumption indicates worn piston rings or valve guides. Make sure that leaks do not cause increased oil consumption, and only then conclude that the piston rings and guide bushings are unsuitable. To determine the scope of work to be done, measure the compression in the cylinders, or check the tightness of the combustion chamber, for which it is recommended to contact an experienced specialist.If an increased noise or knocks are heard during engine operation, then the likely cause of them may be the wear of the connecting rod or main bearings.Unscrew the standard sensor and measure the oil pressure with a pressure gauge, compare the obtained value with that indicated in the manual. If the pressure is low, wear on the thrust bearings or oil pump may be the cause.Loss of power, “dips” in engine operation, increased noise from the gas distribution mechanism, increased fuel consumption indicate the need for overhaul, especially if all these factors are manifested at the same time. If making all adjustments does not result in improvement, repair is the most appropriate remedy.Overhaul consists of restoring engine parts to the condition specified in the technical data for a new engine. During a major overhaul, the piston rings are replaced, and the cylinder walls are bored to the repair size (or honed).After repairing the cylinders, the installation of new pistons will be required. The connecting rod and main bearings must also be replaced; if necessary, the crankshaft must be ground until the clearances with the connecting rod and main bearings are restored. As a rule, the valve mechanism does not change, since its condition at the time of repair is usually quite satisfactory. During an engine overhaul, such units as the carburetor, ignition distributor, starter and generator are also repaired. As a result, the engine should have the qualities of an almost new unit and will operate reliably for a long time.Before starting an engine overhaul, review the appropriate procedures to get an impression of the scope and requirements of the work ahead. Overhaul is simple, but time-consuming. Roughly it will take at least two weeks, especially if you have to contact a specialized workshop to repair and restore parts (grinding, boring). Check the availability of spare parts and arrange for the necessary special tools and equipment to be purchased in advance.Almost all work can be done with a standard set of tools, although accurate measuring instruments will be needed to check and determine the suitability of certain parts. Often, the condition of parts is checked in specialized workshops, in which they receive recommendations for replacing or restoring parts. Image - DIY Volkswagen Passat B3 engine repair

You should contact car service workshops only after completely disassembling the engine and checking all parts, especially the cylinder block, in order to decide which maintenance and repair operations will be performed in the workshops.

Since the condition of the cylinder block is a determining factor in deciding whether to repair it further or to buy a new repair cylinder block, it is necessary to buy spare parts or carry out machining operations on parts only after thoroughly checking its technical condition. As a rule of thumb, the true cost of a repair is time, so you don't have to pay to install worn or repair parts.

Video (click to play).

In conclusion, we note that the assembly of any units should be carried out with great care in a clean room to avoid further failures of the repaired engine.

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DIY Volkswagen Passat B3 engine repair

Volkswagen Passat B3 / Volkswagen Passat B3 (model code: 312) 1988 - 1994
Volkswagen Passat Variant B3 1988 - 1994

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