2016 Volkswagen Passat R-Line, 1.8L Eng VIN TFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Component Location Overview - Sound System

NOTE:

The illustration shows the speakers on the left side.

The right speakers are identical.

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  1. Left Front Treble Speaker -R20- /Right Front Treble Speaker -R22-
  2. Amplifier -R12-
  3. Left Rear Treble Speaker -R14- /Right Rear Treble Speaker -R16-
  4. Subwoofer -R211-
  5. Left Rear Bass Speaker -R15- /Right Rear Bass Speaker -R17-
  6. Left Front Bass Speaker -R21- /Right Front Bass Speaker -R23-
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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