Volkswagen Passat 2012 Manual

Service Training
Self Study Program 890113
The all new 2012 Passat

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
Volkswagen Academy
Printed in U.S.A.
Printed 05/2011
Course Number 890113
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Contents
This Self-Study Program provides information
regarding the design and function of new
models.
This Self-Study Program is not a Repair Manual.
This information will not be updated.
For maintenance and repair procedures,
always refer to the latest electronic
service information.
Note Important!
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Occupant Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Engines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Running Gear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Electrical Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Radio, Navigation and Telephone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Heating and Air Conditioning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Knowledge Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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Introduction
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This SSP portrays the design and function of new technologies and its contents will
not be updated. For current information and repair instructions, refer to the relevant
service literature.
The 2012 Passat
The seventh generation Passat has made improvements in design, comfort, quality, efficiency and safety
attributes.
Its straight lines, clearly structured surfaces and dynamic proportions distinguish the design of the new
generation sedan.
Highly efficient gasoline and diesel engines supply ample power and fuel efficiency.
With its high level of quality, the new Passat is another advancement for Volkswagen.
The Passat images in this Self-Study Program (SSP) were provided by German media
during early production. North American vehicles may differ slightly.

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Introduction
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Technical Data
Exterior Dimensions and Weights
Passat 2006 2012
Length 188.2 in 191.6 in
Width 71.7 in 72.2 in
Height 58 in 58.5 in
Wheelbase 106.7 in 110.4 in
Track width at front 61.1 in 62.1 in
Track width at rear 61.1 in 61.0 in
Turning circle 35.8 ft 36.4 ft
Passat 2006 2012
Gross vehicle weight 4719 lb 4387 lb
Curb weight 3577 lb 3165 - 3446 lb
Maximum roof load 220 lb 220 lb
Tank capacity 18.5 gal 18.5 gal
Drag coefficient 0.295cd 0.291cd
Exterior dimensions Weights/further details
36.4in 110.4 in
191.6 in
44.8in
62.1 in
72.2 in
61.0 in

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Introduction
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Interior Dimensions and Volumes
Passat 2006 2012
Luggage compartment volume 14.2 ft315.9ft3
Height off rear lid (open) 69.1 in 69.5 in
Height off load sill 28.7 in 28.7 in
Cargo area height 13.0 in 13.0 in
Interior dimensions and volumes
Passat 2006 2012
Interior length 70.7 in 70.7 in
Interior length 2nd seat row 37.7 in 39.1 in
Front headroom 38.4 in 38.3 in
Headroom 2nd seat row 37.8 in 37.8 in
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39.1 in
70.7 in
38.3 in
37.8 in
15.9 ft3
39.9in
28.7 in 13.0 in
69.5 in

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Body
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Body Structure
The primary focus of body development increased body strength while reducing weight. This Passat is a
completely new develoment when compared to the previous Passat.
Modifications to Passat Sedan
• Hood
• Rear lid
• Wings
• Door skin
• Side panel
• A-pillar and door frame
• Rear panel
Up to 220 MPa pressure resistance
Up to 420 MPa pressure resistance
Over 1000 MPa pressure resistance
1 Megapascal (MPa) = 145 Pounds per Square Inch (PSI)

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Body
On this headlight module, the low beam and high beam are designed as separate H7 headlights. The side light is
integrated into the low beam headlight.
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Light Module in Bumper
The cornering, fog and day driving lights have two
separate bulbs.
Fog and Cornering Light
(H8, 35W)
Day Driving Light (21W)
Turn Signal (24W)
Side Light (5W)
Low Beam, H7 (55W)
High Beam, H7 (55W)
Halogen Headlights