What kind of coolant does a 2013 Volkswagen Passat take?
Volkswagen uses a specific Audi/VW G13 or G12 approved antifreeze. The exact kind that your particular model uses should be stamped on the expansion tank, as well as listed in the owner’s manual. Volkswagen coolant is always pink or purple in color. Use the same color that your vehicle already has if you’re topping up.
How much coolant does a 2013 VW Passat take?
Fluid Capacities: All TDIs 2009-2015
| 2013 | Fuel (gallons) | Coolant (liters) |
|---|---|---|
| Passat | 18.5 | 8.2 |
| Sportwagen | 14.5 | 8.2 |
| Touareg | 26.4 | 15.4 |
| Golf | 14.5 | 8.2 |
What should I do if my VW Passat overheats?
4. Three days later, driving around town, outside temp in 90s, with lots of stopping and starting, AC on, car display, says ‘check coolant’, then ‘STOP, check service manual’. 5. Attempted repair: local mechanic replaces thermostat (uses VW part, not brand x) and fills with Peak global coolant, including bleeding air from system.
Why is the thermostat on my Volkswagen Passat not working?
The job of your Passat’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up. Sometimes when a thermostat goes bad, it stays stuck open. This allows the coolant to continuously enter the engine.
How does the heater work on a Volkswagen Passat?
At the simplest level possible, the heater works by passing hot coolant from the engine into a tiny radiator called the heater core. At this point, the blower motor blows air across the it and the newly heated air blows on to the driver and passengers. If the heater has stopped working in your Passat, this process has failed in one way or another.
Are there any problems with the 2013 Volkswagen Passat?
Help? Loading Curious how the 2013 Passat compares to other years? Check out our Volkswagen Passat overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the Passat.