Volkswagen Passat User Manual

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Fig. 1 Constant velocity joint, outer, removing
- Drive off from drive shaft with forceful blow using
an alloy hammer.
The boot is pressed on forcefully when installing on
the joint body. This creates a vacuum in the boot that
makes a dent during driving (arrow). Briefly ventilate
the boot at the small diameter after installation to
provide equalize pressure.
Fig. 2 Boot, ventilating
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Front Wheel Suspension, Shafts and Axle
12/7/2004
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Volkswagen Passat Specifications

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Brand	Volkswagen
Model	Passat
Category	Automobile
Language	English