Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual: Checklist

Volkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual / Care, cleaning, maintenance / Preparations for working in the engine compartment / Checklist

Before any work in the engine compartment, carry out the following steps in the order in which they are listed ⇒ :

Park the vehicle in a safe place on a firm, level surface.
Hold the brake pedal down until the engine is switched off.
Apply the electronic parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from moving Braking, stopping, and parking.
Shift the transmission into Park (P) (automatic) or Neutral (manual only) Shifting.
Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch Starting and stopping the engine.
Let the engine cool down sufficiently.
Keep children and others away from the vehicle.
Make sure the vehicle cannot move unexpectedly.

Warning

Disregarding the safety-related checklist may result in serious injuries.

Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common sense.

Getting ready to work in the engine compartment

Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒Introduction to the subject ...

Opening and closing the engine compartment

Fig. 158 A: Inside engine hood release in the footwell on the driver side. B: Outside engine hood release in the radiator grille. Fig. 159 A: Bracket for hood support in the engine compartment. ...

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