Tiguan 2016 ➤, Tiguan 2021 ➤, Tiguan RUS 2017 ➤, Tiguan RUS 2021 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 12.2020
– Switch on dipped headlight.
– Switch on turn signal.
– Check cornering light.
– Repeat procedure on other side.
4.4
Front passenger front airbag: checking
key switch and “ON/OFF function”
Note
The “PASSENGER AIRBAG ON/OFF” switch is located in the
dashboard on the front passenger side.
Front passenger front airbag: checking key switch and “ON/OFF
function”.
– Using ignition key, turn switch to position “PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF”.
– Switch on ignition.
– Warning lamp “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” -arrow- must
also light up after self-test (passenger airbag deactivated).
– Switch off ignition.
– Using the ignition key, turn switch to position “PASSENGER
AIRBAG ON”.
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Tiguan 2016 ➤, Tiguan 2021 ➤, Tiguan RUS 2017 ➤, Tiguan RUS 2021 ➤
Maintenance - Edition 12.2020
– Switch on ignition.
– Warning lamp “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” -arrow- goes
out after self-test (passenger airbag activated).
– Switch off ignition.
4.5
Battery (12V): checking battery termi‐
nal clamps for secure seating
4.5.1
12 V battery in engine compartment:
checking battery terminal clamp for
firm seating
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Torque wrench
Note
♦ A securely seated battery terminal clamp ensures trouble
free function and long service life of the battery.
♦ When securing terminal clamp, ensure that it is completely
seated on battery terminal.
NOTICE
If the battery clamp is not seated securely on the positive
terminal, disconnect battery earth strap at battery negative
terminal first, to prevent possible accidents.
– Open cover of heat shield sleeve -4-.
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2024 VW Tiguan Owner's Manual
