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1997 Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sdn TDI Manual

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Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sdn TDI Manual
Volkswagen Passat 4dr Sdn TDI Manual
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$19,430
Base Invoice:
$17,498
Destination:
$500
Engine/Fuel:
1.9L/116 Diesel I4
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Sedan
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
38/47

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Mid-Size
Engine
Engine Order Code :
Engine Type : Diesel I4
Displacement : 1.9L/116
Fuel System : TDI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 90 @ 3750
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 149 @ 1900
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code :
Trans Type : 5
Trans Description Cont. : Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.75
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.12
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.36
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.97
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.76
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 3.60
Clutch Size (in) : -TBD-
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.16
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 38
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 47
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : -TBD-
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 120
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 6.4
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 3009
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : -TBD-
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : -TBD-
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : -TBD-
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : -TBD-
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Independent
Suspension Type - Rear : Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : Torsion Beam
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : -TBD-
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : -TBD-
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.94
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) : 0.71
Brakes
Brake Type : Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System : Four-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.1 x 0.79
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 8.9 x -TBD-
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P195/60R14
Rear Tire Size : P195/60R14
Spare Tire Size : -TBD-
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 6
Spare Wheel Size (in) : -TBD-
Front Wheel Material : Steel
Rear Wheel Material : Steel
Spare Wheel Material : -TBD-
Steering
Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 17.5
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.1
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 35.1
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : -TBD-
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 18.5
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 103.3
Length, Overall (in) : 181.5
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 67.5
Height, Overall (in) : 56.4
Tread Width, Front (in) : 58.4
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 56.0
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 4.4
Liftover Height (in) : -TBD-
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³) : 14.4
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 5
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 98.7
Front Head Room (in) : 39.3
Front Leg Room (in) : 45.1
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 55.0
Front Hip Room (in) : -TBD-
Second Head Room (in) : 36.6
Second Leg Room (in) : 37.0
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 54.0
Second Hip Room (in) : -TBD-
Summary
Vehicle Name : Passat
Body Style : 4 Door Sedan

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATING
City 38/hwy 47 (1.9L engine/5-speed manual trans)
EXTERIOR
Body-color bumpers w/black lower section
Color-keyed integrated body-side moldings
Black 4-bar grille
Euro-style halogen headlights w/polycarbonate lenses
Daytime running lights
Dual body-color pwr exterior heated mirrors
Tinted glass
2-speed programmable interval windshield wipers
INTERIOR
Fully reclining velour front seats w/driver/passenger height adjustment, adjustable headrests, driver-side lumbar adjustment
60/40 split folding lockable rear seat-inc: outboard headrests, center armrest
Center console w/ashtray & lighter, rear lockable storage compartment w/padded lid, rear cup holder
4-spoke padded steering wheel w/height-adjustable steering column
Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, odometer, trip odometer, tachometer, fuel/ temp gauges
Headlights-on warning tone
Pwr trunk release
Central pwr locking system-inc: key-operated window opening/closing
Pwr windows w/"one-touch-down" feature
Cruise control
Anti-theft vehicle alarm system
Rear heating/air cond ducts
Air conditioning
Dust/pollen filters
Electric rear window defroster
Premium AM/FM stereo cassette radio w/8-speaker sound system, anti-theft coding
Black roof mounted whip antenna
Illuminated front ashtray
Digital clock
Molded door trim w/velour inserts
Front/rear door storage pockets w/rubber liners
Dual illuminated covered visor vanity mirrors
Front/rear passenger assist handles
Front center dome light w/time delay, integrated passenger reading light
2 rear reading lights
Front seat side storage trays
Front seatback storage pockets
Dual front cup holders
Fully lined luggage compartment w/light
MECHANICAL
1.9L SOHC EFI 4 cyl turbo-diesel engine
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
Front wheel drive
72 amp/hr battery
120 amp alternator
Compression ignition
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension
Independent torsion beam axle rear suspension
Front/rear coil springs/stabilizer bars
Front/rear telescopic shock absorbers
P195/60HR14 all-season tires
Space-saver spare tire
14" x 6.0" steel wheels w/full wheel covers, black "VW" logo
Pwr-assist rack & pinion steering
Pwr-assist 4-wheel disc brakes w/vented front
SAFETY FEATURES
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system
Front seat belt emergency tensioning retractors
Front 3-point height adjustable seatbelts
Automatic locking 3-point outboard rear seatbelts w/center lap belt
Child safety locks on rear doors
Collapsible steering column
Anti-intrusion side door beams
Daytime running lights
Dual tone horn

Options

NO OPTION KIND
POWER GLASS MOONROOF (REQ: Q44 or Q52 Option Pkg) $855
6-DISC COMPACT DISC CHANGER $495
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (REQ: Q43 or Q44 Option Pkg) $775
Emission System
FEDERAL EMISSIONS STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA EMISSION REQUIREMENTS STANDARAD
MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION REQUIREMENTS STANDARAD
NEW YORK EMISSION REQUIREMENTS STANDARAD
Option Package
OPTION PKG 1 -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
OPTION PKG 2 -inc: anti-lock brakes STANDARAD
OPTION PKG 4 -inc: pwr glass sunroof STANDARAD
OPTION PKG 3 -inc: pwr glass sunroof,anti-lock brakes STANDARAD
Paint Type
STANDARD PAINT STANDARAD
CLEARCOAT METALLIC PAINT STANDARAD
Regional Dest Chrg Adj
NATIONAL DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT STANDARAD
HAWAII DESTINATION CHARGE ADJUSTMENT $45

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
2 Years/24,000 Miles
Free Scheduled Maintenance

Drivetrain:
10 Years/100,000 Miles
for original owners

Corrosion:
6 Years/Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance:
2 Years/24,000 Miles
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * Passenger: * * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and air bags.