Where is the oil filter located on the Passat?
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Passat's fuel filter is located near the rear wheels. Vehicle preparation: Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature, then turn off the engine, engage the parking brake, and let the vehicle sit for 5-10 minutes. Use a jack to lift the vehicle and secure the front wheels with wheel chocks. Draining old oil: Use a 15mm wrench to slightly loosen the oil pan screw counterclockwise, but don't loosen it too much. Place a plastic bag-lined container under the screw (positioned slightly backward to prevent oil from spraying far when it first comes out). After positioning the container, continue loosening the screw by hand until oil starts dripping slowly. Be careful when removing the screw completely to avoid being burned by hot oil. Removing the oil filter: When most oil has drained, open the oil cap on the engine cover. Use an oil filter wrench to loosen the oil filter by turning it counterclockwise. Installing new oil filter: Wipe the filter mounting surface on the engine with a cloth. Take a new oil filter and apply a thin layer of oil (new or used) on the gasket (the circular edge of the filter). This oil film acts as a sealant. Carefully position the new oil filter and turn it clockwise to engage the threads. Tighten the filter by hand, being careful not to overtighten. Clean the drain plug and drain assembly, then reinstall the drain plug. First thread it by hand, then secure with a wrench - again, avoid overtightening.
