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.
Here is the Power Steering Fluid on Amazon
Pentosin 1405116 CHF 11S Synthetic Hydraulic Fluid – 1 Liter
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.