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Volkswagen Passat 2006 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2006 Volkswagen Passat? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2006 Volkswagen Passat issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2006 Volkswagen Passat in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Volkswagen Passat 2006: Oil pressure dropping after top up?

It’s not related to the oil, the oil you used was correct. It shouldn’t lose oil pressure so quickly, if it does there is something going on within the engine that needs addressing. If the engine is making a bad sound, don’t drive it, and get a mechanic to check it.

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Volkswagen Passat is a medium-large car aimed at those looking for a solid machine that should stand the test of time. Stylish it's not, but that's the way VW does its shapes, intending them to be timeless. There's an exception in the Passat range, see the upcoming notes on the model tagged the "CC". Passat shares
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Being a prestige model the Passat was generously equipped with standard gear.
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Ask Smithy Xtra VW Passat yellow warning light

It could be the MAF malfunctioning giving a faulty signal to the engine computer. Get it to a VW specialist to have it checked out.

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