Volkswagen Passat '97, User Manual

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Brakes
The Passat is equipped with the Bosch 5.3 anti-
lock braking system as standard.
Two different sizes of brake disc are available
for the front axle. The rear suspensions also
have disc brakes as standard.
280 x 22 mm brake disc
The front disc brakes are
vented.
The smaller disc diameter is
based on a smaller vehicle
mass and lower power output
282.5 x 25 mm brake disc
This disc brake is vented and
larger in size.
Rear brake caliper
The Passat has rear
disc brakes.
The brake caliper is made of
aluminium.
Disc brakes, front Disc brakes, rear
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