Fig. 126 In the luggage compartment: 12 Volt socket.
Maximum power draw
Socket | Maximum power draw |
---|---|
12 Volt | 120 watts |
The maximum power draw at any one socket must never be exceeded. Electrical devices should have information on them that says how much power they draw.
If 2 or more electrical devices are connected at the same time, the total power
draw of all connected devices must never be more than 190 watts ⇒ .
12 Volt socket
The 12 Volt socket works only when the ignition is switched on.
If the ignition is on but the engine is not running, the vehicle battery will be drained by any device that is plugged in and turned on. For this reason, never use the electrical sockets unless the engine is running.
To help prevent damage from voltage fluctuations, switch off all electrical devices connected to a 12 Volt socket before switching the ignition on or off or starting the engine.
The vehicle may have 12 Volt sockets at the following places:
Note
Unshielded devices may interfere with radio reception or the vehicle's electrical system.
Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual > Interior Equipment: Sill Panels
Tools
Required Special Tools and Testing Equipment
Torque Wrench 1783 - 2-10Nm -VAG1783-
Front Sill Panels, Removing and Installing
Driver side. Refer to
→ Chapter "Driver Side Lower A-Pillar Trim, Removing and Installing".
Passenger side. Refer to
→ Chapter "Front Passenger Side ...