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Condition Value
Air filter change interval every 30000 km / 2 years
Automatic gearbox oil change interval every 60000 km
Automatic gearbox oil test mode with each service
Brake fluid change interval every 2 years
Engine timing belt change interval not prescribed by the manufacturer
expand_moreEngine timing belt test mode
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters DS engines not prescribed by the manufacturer
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters DZ engines not prescribed by the manufacturer
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters JN engines not prescribed by the manufacturer
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.8 Liters JV engines not prescribed by the manufacturer
All other modifications every 30000 km
Engine oil and filter change interval every 15000 km / once a year
Fuel filter change interval every 30000 km / 2 years
Spark plug change interval every 30000 km

To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Volkswagen Passat Hatchback service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1985 Volkswagen Passat Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Passat Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 1985 Volkswagen Passat Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

1985 Volkswagen Passat Hatchback generations

In 1985 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Passat Hatchback. Service intervals may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

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