Here is a detailed DIY on replacing the shocks on a 1999 VW passat. 2001.5 and newer have a different design. The newer cars require a coil compressor. But I think everything older is of this design and are fairly easy to do. It is a 3 part video. Just follow the links in the comments section of each video to find the other parts. Hope this helps. Also I would encourage everyone with an older (15 years) VW to change all your shocks. The improvement in ride is great and your tires will wear better. I show you in video# 2 how to tell if your shocks are bad. Another suggestion is to buy new shock mounts when you order the shocks. My mounts were well worn and need replacing.
