SPAX RSX3-1742 is listed in the double adjustable coilover column of the manufacturer catalogue, with separate bump and rebound adjustment. The application details below define the vehicle and front/rear height arrangement.
Vehicle applications
Volkswagen Passat (type 3B) 1.6 – 2.0 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Volkswagen Passat (type 3B) 1.8T; 1.9TDi; 2.3V5 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Volkswagen Passat (type 3B) 2.8 V6 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Volkswagen Passat (type 3B) 2.5TDi 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Volkswagen Passat Estate (type 3B) 1.6 – 2.0 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Volkswagen Passat Estate (type 3B) 1.8T; 1.9TDi; 2.3V5 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Volkswagen Passat Estate (type 3B) 2.8 V6 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Volkswagen Passat Estate (type 3B) 2.5TDi 10/96-11/00
- Catalogue model group: Passat
- Front lowering (mm): 25-65
- Rear lowering (mm): 25-65
Fitting information
Match the manufacturer part number RSX3-1742 and all listed restrictions to the vehicle. Use the instructions supplied with the exact kit. The catalogue lowering figures depend on the original suspension; a factory-lowered car may show a different additional drop.
Read the SPAX RSX range handbook. This is general range guidance; check the instructions supplied for your part.
Photograph shows the SPAX RSX range for illustration. The number, shape and fittings of the components depend on the application.




