Sachs SH5618 clutch master cylinder for the 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat and other vehicles turns pedal force into hydraulic pressure that releases the clutch. This SACHS clutch master cylinder is matched for OE form, fit and function.
A soft or sinking clutch pedal, trouble getting into gear or fluid near the pedal can mean the master cylinder is wearing out. Before you replace it, rule out a leaking slave cylinder or clutch line, because a fault there can also leave the pedal soft.
The 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat, the 2000-2002 Audi S4 V6 2.7L and the 1997-2001 Audi A4 Quattro take this master cylinder, and so do other vehicles; each takes one. If your car is not named here, find its year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Interchange: 8E1 721 401 · 8E1 721 401 C · 8E1 721 401 G · 8E1 721 401 K · 8E1 721 401 AG
8E1721401AK
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Is this Passat clutch master cylinder right for a 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat?
Yes. Sachs SH5618 fits the 1998-2005 Volkswagen Passat, and the car takes one. For another car, look up its year and engine in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Is the SACHS master cylinder SH5618 for the clutch or the brakes?
It is for the clutch. This master cylinder turns pedal force into hydraulic pressure to release the clutch; brake master cylinders are separate parts.
Does Sachs SH5618 replace number 8E1 721 401 K?
Yes. 8E1 721 401 K is one of the numbers Sachs SH5618 replaces; the others are on the Interchange line.
How can I tell if my clutch master cylinder is going bad?
Fluid near the clutch pedal, a soft or sinking pedal or a clutch that will not release can mean the master cylinder is failing. A shop can test the clutch hydraulics.
Is Sachs SH5618 matched to the original form and fit?
Yes. This clutch master cylinder is application-matched for OE form, fit and function.
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