What potential issues and necessary steps are involved in disconnecting the battery and replacing the ignition lock cylinder and ignition switch on 2005 Volkswagen Passat?

Disconnecting the battery may lead to driveability problems and set off warning lights, necessitating the use of a scan tool. Most public tools are unable to carry out these tasks, requiring a trip to the dealer. Activation codes are required for models with anti-theft radios. To check or replace the ignition switch, there are certain disconnection and installation steps.

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2005 Volkswagen Passat Ignition Lock Cylinder Part Number: 107-905-855-CF
$172.54 MSRP: $241.65
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- Other Name: Cylinder; Ignition Cylinder, Lock Cylinder
- Replaces: 107-905-855-CD
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 107-905-855-CF
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLS TDI, GLX, GLX 4 Motion, GT, Limited Edition, R-Line, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TDI SEL Premium, W8, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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2005 Volkswagen Passat Ignition Lock Cylinder Part Number: 3B0-905-855-H
$442.24 MSRP: $604.15
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder; Ignition Cylinder
- Replaces: 3B0-905-855-F
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 3B0-905-855-H
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2005 Volkswagen Passat Submodels:
- GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLS TDI, GLX, GLX 4 Motion, W8 | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

2005 Volkswagen Passat Ignition Lock Cylinder Parts and Q&A

Q: What potential issues and necessary steps are involved in disconnecting the battery and replacing the ignition lock cylinder and ignition switch on 2005 Volkswagen Passat?
A: Disconnecting the battery may lead to driveability problems and set off warning lights, necessitating the use of a scan tool. Most public tools are unable to carry out these tasks, requiring a trip to the dealer. Activation codes are required for models with anti-theft radios. To check or replace the ignition switch, there are certain disconnection and installation steps.