Where is the fuel filter located in the new Passat?

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LeTravis
07/25/25 9:12pm
The fuel filter in the new Passat is located approximately 40 cm forward from the rear wheels at the bottom of the vehicle. It is an integrated built-in type, combined with the fuel pump. Before gasoline enters the fuel pump, it must be filtered to ensure the proper functioning of the fuel supply system. The fuel filter should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule recommended in the vehicle's user manual. The new Passat is equipped with an all-new powertrain system, offering four engine options: a 96 kW 1.4TSI, a 118 kW 1.8TSI, a 147 kW 2.0TSI, and a 184 kW 3.0V6. These engines are paired with four transmission choices: a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic, and Volkswagen Group's 6-speed and 7-speed DSG transmissions. The vehicle measures 4933 mm in length, 1836 mm in width, and 1469 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2871 mm.
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