Overview - Electro-Mechanical Steering Gear
Caution
If the universal joint is separated from the steering gear, the following work cannot be performed:
These points must be observed since performing these actions could cause irreparable damage.
Note
Correct any faults stored in the DTC memory before replacing the steering gear using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Steering Gear, Removing and Installing
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Removing
Note
Correct any faults stored in the DTC memory before replacing the steering gear using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Vehicles with "Keyless Access" Keyless Locking and Starting System
Switch the ignition off and open the driver door so the steering wheel lock engages.
Continuation for All Vehicles
Caution
If the universal joint is separated from the steering gear, the following work cannot be performed:
These points must be observed since performing these actions could cause irreparable damage.
Caution
To protect the thread, screw the nut on the pin a few turns.
FWD vehicles
Continuation for All Vehicles
This prevents damage to the control module -1-.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
Note
If the pressure membrane is damaged, then the steering gear must be replaced.
The threaded sleeve must seat in subframe hole.
Note
Before fastening the bolts for subframe, position steering gear on subframe and fasten bolts for steering gear and stabilizer.
It is necessary to adapt the electro-mechanical power steering using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester if new steering gear was installed.
Chassis
Electromechanical power steering
01 - OBD-capable system
Electro-mechanical power steering
Functions
Adapting electro-mechanical steering
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Note
If the vehicle is equipped with park assist 2, then the Power Steering Control Module -J500- must be coded again. Refer to Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
After installation, position of steering wheel must be checked with a road test.
If steering wheel is at an angle or a new steering gear was installed, vehicle must be aligned.
Tightening Specifications
Component | Tightening Specification |
Mounting bracket to body
|
70 Nm + 180º |
Stabilizer bar to
subframe
|
20 Nm + 90º |
Stabilizer bar to
coupling rod
|
65 Nm |
Ball joint to aluminum
control arm:
|
60 Nm |
Ball joint to sheet steel
control arm
|
100 Nm |
Shield to subframe
|
6 Nm |
Steering gear to subframe
|
50 Nm + 90º |
Universal joint to
steering gear
|
30 Nm |
Shield to steering gear
|
6 Nm |
Tie rod end to wheel
bearing housing
|
50 Nm |
Exhaust system bracket to subframe |
Tightening Specifications, Subframe to Body
Bolt | Tightening Specification |
M12 x 1.5 x 90
|
70 Nm + 180º |
M12 x 1.5 x 100
|
70 Nm + 180º |
M12 x 1.5 x 110
|
70 Nm + 90º |
Tightening Specifications, Pendulum Support to the Transmission
Bolt | Tightening Specification |
M10 x 35
|
50 Nm + 90º |
M10 x 75
|
50 Nm + 90º |
M12 x 1.5 x 85
|
60 Nm + 90º |
Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual > Communication: External Audio Source Connection -R199-, Removing and Installing
General Information
Note
Refer to the Owner's Manual.
When the battery is reconnected, check any affected system or component
(radio, clock, comfort electrical connection etc.) according to the repair
manual and/or the Owner's Manual.
The AUX IN socket is located in the center console.
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