2015 VOLKSWAGEN Passat EA888 GEN3 1.8 TSI/EA288 2.0 TDI (B8)
B8 / Sedan / Wagon / Global (Europe, North America, China, Australia) with regional engine variations
EA888 GEN3 1.8 TSIEA288 2.0 TDIEA888 GEN3 2.0 TSIEA888 GEN3 3.6 V6 (in US)Exakter Jahres-/Varianten-DatensatzSilver
Engine identity
Oils and fluids
Service and parts data
Common and chronic problems
- Water pump failure in some TSI engines
- DPF issues on diesel TDI variants
- High-pressure fuel pump wear on early EA888 Gen3
First checks
- Verify timing chain and tensioner condition on TSI engines
- Inspect turbocharger operation
- Check for diesel particulate filter clogging on TDI versions
Vor dem Teiletausch
- Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
- Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
- Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.
Important notes
- Volkswagen Passat B8 launched in 2014 for global markets; 2015 model year widely available except limited early US production for VR6.
- Engine offerings vary significantly by market: diesel engines common in Europe, petrol VR6 reserved mainly for US and select regions.
- Oil capacity and service details may vary slightly between petrol and diesel engines; always consult specific engine manual.