2008 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon B6 Cooling System Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 1.6–1.8 bar |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 1.6–1.8 bar |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 1.6–1.8 bar |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 1.6–1.8 bar |
| All other modifications | 1.4–1.6 bar |
| First stage | 181.4°F |
| Second stage | 221°F |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 1.6 with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 101 HP engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 188.6–215.6°F |
| 2.0 FSI 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.9–2010.11) | 188.6°F |
| 2.0 FSI 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.9–2010.11) | 188.6°F |
| 2.0 FSI 4motion with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP engine (2005.9–2010.11) | 188.6°F |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 176–221°F |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 176–221°F |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 176–221°F |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 148 HP at 6000 RPM, 200 N⋅m at 3500 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 176–221°F |
| 2.0 FSI with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 197 HP at 5000 RPM, 280 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 167–185°F |
| 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 185–221°F |
| 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 185–221°F |
| 2.0 TDI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 185–221°F |
| 2.0 TDI 16V with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 185–221°F |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 185–221°F |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 134 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1750 RPM engine (2005.8–2010.11) | 185–221°F |
| 2.0 TDI with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 138 HP at 4000 RPM, 320 N⋅m at 1800 RPM engine (2005.8–2009.5) | 185–221°F |
| 3.2 FSI 4motion with gasoline vr-6 3.2 L 247 HP at 6200 RPM, 330 N⋅m at 2500 RPM engine (2005.11–2010.11) | 176°F |
| 3.6 R36 4motion with gasoline vr-6 3.6 L 295 HP at 6600 RPM, 350 N⋅m at 2400 RPM engine (2007.4–2010.11) | 176°F |
| All other modifications | 185°F |
Overheating is really dangerous for Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon engines. Regularly check coolant level in the overflow reservoir. If the coolant level drops below minimum level inspect the cooling system for any signs of leakages and replace worn or damaged hoses. Use correct thermostat for your car.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon 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.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- All-wheel Drive Clutch Oil Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Axle Oil Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Gearbox Oil Capacity
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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2008 Volkswagen Passat Variant Wagon generations
In 2008 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Passat Variant Wagon. Cooling system specifications may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.