Air Brake Related Problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Passat

Table 1 shows three common air brake related problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Passat. The number one most common problem is related to the air brake abs warning light (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the air brake antilock control unit/module (seven problems).

Table 1. Air Brake related problems of Volkswagen Passat


Recently reported Air Brake problems of the 1998 Volkswagen Passat

The Air Brake Abs Warning Light problem

Morrison auto group repaired rear brakes as they were stuck. After this repair the abs light, brake light, oil light came on blinking. The tachometer also zero's out. A warning noise also occurs. This happens intermittently. While this warning light is on the abs system is disabled.   Read details...

The Air Brake Antilock Control Unit/module problem

Abs control module failed. $2200 for part no labor, search online shows massive failures or bosch 5. 3 and 5. 3i unit used in Passat and a4.   Read details...

The Air Brake Disc Rotor problem

1998 vw Passat: heard loud clanking noises especially when turning vehicle. Reported to vw service department local dealership. Advised the the upper control arm joint is worn and need replacement. Further, both left and right tie rods are totally shot and need replacing.   Read details...


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