Checking the power steering fluid on a 1998 – 2005 VW Passat is not difficult and falls in the do-it-yourself category.
A special type of steering fluid is needed so be sure not to use any other fluid type.
After reading online and asking around I found the type used is called Pentosin Power Steering Fluid 140516.
Be sure to check your car manual but this is common for most Volkswagen’s.
Below is how I check and fill the power steering fluid on a 1998 – 2005 VW Passat.
Be sure to follow your car manual or if in doubt take it to a professional.
How To Check the Power Steering Fluid Passat (1998 – 2005)
- Open the hood and locate the Power Steering reservoir on the driver side.
- Unscrew the cap by turning it Counter clockwise.
- Wipe the dip stick insert it into the reservoir and check the level.
It has a green cap.
It will have Max and Min with the fluid needing to be in-between the lines.
How To Add the Power Steering Fluid Passat (1998 – 2005)
- Be sure to have the correct power steering fluid.
- Pour the fluid slowly into the reservoir. Pour in small amounts and check the dip stick as to not overfill it.
Once the fluid level is in with-in the Max and Min lines close the cap.
Summary
The above is the steps to check the power steering fluid on a VW 1998 – 2005 Passat.
Be sure to follow your car manual or if in doubt take it to a professional.
Checking and filling a Passat fluids is not too difficult and falls in the DIY category.
The above vehicle was a 2004 Volkswagen Passat 1.8 T engine.