Passat 3B6 shock absorber rear and front
Shock absorbers VW Passat B5 GP Estate (3BG, 3B6) 2000
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The most popular spare parts in the category Shock absorber VW PASSAT Variant. Struts VW 3B6 PASSAT Variant: buy high-quality parts from leading brands
RIDEX 854S1043 Shock absorber
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BILSTEIN BNE-B993 Shock absorber
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SACHS 557 837 Shock absorber
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Shock absorber for VW Passat B5 GP Estate (3BG, 3B6): what brand is best?
Customer ratings show that the preferred brands for product category Shock absorber for VW Passat B5 GP Estate (3BG, 3B6) are:
- RIDEX
- BILSTEIN
- SACHS
- MONROE
- TRW
Shock absorber for VW Passat B5 GP Estate (3BG, 3B6): what price can I expect to pay?
The cost of car parts and accessories within the category Shock absorber for VW Passat B5 GP Estate (3BG, 3B6) goes from around €24.00 up to €153.00, depending on the brand and product specifications.
Damaged Passat 3B6 shock absorber: signs, symptoms, and common problems
What to look for:
- Check the shock absorbers for leaks
- Inspect the shock absorbers if you can hear an abnormal noise (squeaking, hissing)
- Check whether the shock absorbers are lubricated (oil)
Common symptoms:
- Lack of traction
- Excessive body roll when braking
- Longer braking distances
- Too much or too little shock absorber rebound
How long do the shock absorbers on a Passat 3B6 last?
The estimated service life of a Volkswagen Passat B5 GP Estate (3BG, 3B6) shock absorber is between 130 000 – 150 000 kilometres.
When to change the shock absorbers on your Passat 3B6
You should replace the Passat 3B6 shock absorbers after roughly 125 000 kilometres.
Which rear + front shock absorbers to buy for Passat 3B6: 1.6; 1.8; 1.9; 2.0; 2.3; 2.5; 2.8; 4.0
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Piston rod diameter | mm |
| Standpipe diameter | mm |
| Maximum length | 604 mm |
| Minimum length | 393 mm |
| Spring travel | 211 mm |
| Net weight | weight | kg |
| Shock absorber pressure | 8-25 bar |
How much do Passat 3B6 shock absorbers cost?
The price of shock absorbers for VW PASSAT Variant (3B6) models ranges from 24.99 to 152.99 €.
Shock absorber for Passat 3B6 (specifications)
| Shock absorber type | Gas Pressure; Oil Pressure |
| System | Monotube; Twin-Tube |
| Shock absorber design | Absorber does not carry a spring; Damper Module; Damper with Rebound Spring; Spring-bearing Damper; Suspension Strut; Telescopic Shock Absorber |
| Mounting type | Bottom Fork; Bottom eye; Top eye; Top pin |
| Shock absorber tube design | Monotube (single), twin shock (dual) |
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Shock absorber VW PASSAT Variant (3B6) models – operation, replacement, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Replace both shock absorbers at the repair of your car VW PASSAT Variant (3B6) at the same time.
Attach the brake caliper to the suspension or the body by a wire on VW PASSAT Variant (3B6) without disconnecting the brake hose to avoid the brake system leakage.
Hold the piston rod from turning.
Taking the shock strut out, don't break the brake hose
Check the shock absorber performance before installing.
Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
Every time replacing parts on the VW PASSAT Variant (3B6) car use new fasteners.