How to remove and install the exhaust manifold for V6 engines on 2005 Volkswagen Passat?

To detach engine cover, loosen air intake ducts and cleaner housing, elevate the car and take off splash guard. Vent the refrigerant, take out the heat shields to the exhaust manifolds and detach the manifold. Wipe the surfaces and place a new gasket and reassemble, and run the engine to check against leakage.

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2005 Volkswagen Passat Manifold Part Number: 078-253-031-BJ
$261.08 MSRP: $356.67
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Exhaust Manifold
- Position: Left
- Item Weight: 11.20 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 078-253-031-BJ
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- GL, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLX, GLX 4 Motion | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Manifold Part Number: 078-253-032-BJ
$261.08 MSRP: $356.67
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Exhaust Manifold
- Position: Right
- Item Weight: 11.20 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 078-253-032-BJ
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- GL, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLX, GLX 4 Motion | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Exhaust Manifold Part Number: 038-253-031-L
$289.14 MSRP: $395.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Manifold
- Item Weight: 11.00 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 038-253-031-L
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- GL TDI, GLS TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Exhaust Manifold Part Number: 058-253-033-E
$499.30 MSRP: $682.10
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Manifold
- Item Weight: 10.80 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 058-253-033-E
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- GL, GLS, GLS 4 Motion | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS

2005 Volkswagen Passat Exhaust Manifold Parts and Q&A

Q: How to remove and install the exhaust manifold for V6 engines on 2005 Volkswagen Passat?
A: To detach engine cover, loosen air intake ducts and cleaner housing, elevate the car and take off splash guard. Vent the refrigerant, take out the heat shields to the exhaust manifolds and detach the manifold. Wipe the surfaces and place a new gasket and reassemble, and run the engine to check against leakage.