2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN tow

Fig. 206 In the front R-Line bumper, right-hand side: remove the fog light.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The actions should only be carried out in the specified order:
1.Follow the instructions on the checklist.
2.Take the screwdriver and wire hook out of the vehicle tool kit in the luggage
compartment ⇒ Vehicle toolkit.
3.Hook the wire hook into the opening on the cover under the fog light ⇒ Fig. 206. Pull
the cover forwards in the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 206①.
4.Unscrew the two securing screws ② in the trim panel ③ with the screwdriver.
5.Unclip the trim panel ③ and remove in the direction of the arrow.
6.Unscrew the two securing screws in the fog light ④ (close-up) with the screwdriver.
7.Pull the headlight out of the bumper towards the outside of the vehicle.
8.Release the connector and pull it off.
9.Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise as far as it will go and pull it out to the rear along with
the bulb.
10.Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
11.Insert the bulb holder into the headlight and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
12.Connect the connector to the bulb holder. The connector should click into place.
13.Push the headlight from the outside into the openings and insert into the bumper.
14.Tighten the two securing screws in the fog light ④ (close-up) with the screwdriver.
15.Insert the trim panel ③ into the bumper in the opposite direction to the arrow. The
trim panel must click into place securely.
16.Tighten the two securing screws ② in the trim panel ③ with the screwdriver.
17.Insert the cover ① into the bumper in the opposite direction to the arrow. The cover
must click into place securely.
18.Stow the wire hook and screwdriver in the vehicle tool kit.
Changing the bulbs in the tail light cluster in the body
Fig. 207 On the side of the luggage compartment: removing the tail light cluster.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
Removing the tail light cluster
1.Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist ⇒ Checklist Information on 
changing bulbs.
2.Open the boot lid ⇒ Boot lid.
3.Open the section of side trim in the luggage compartment near the tail light cluster in
the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 207.
4.
Press the red catch ⇒ Fig. 207① on the connector and pull out the connector
⇒ Fig. 207②. If necessary, use the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit to undo the
red catch.
5.Release the securing bolt anticlockwise ⇒ Fig. 207③.
6.Carefully pull the tail light cluster to the rear to remove it from the body. Place it on a
clean, smooth surface.

Changing the bulb
7.Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise as far as it will go and carefully pull it out of the tail
light cluster together with the bulb.
9.Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
10.Carefully insert the bulb holder into the tail light cluster and turn it anticlockwise until
the bulb holder engages.
Fitting the tail light cluster
11.Carefully put the tail light cluster into the opening in the body.
12.Use one hand to hold the tail light in the fitting position while using the other hand to
screw the securing bolt firmly back in ⇒ Fig. 207③.
13.Check that the tail light cluster is positioned correctly and securely.
14.Connect the connector to the bulb holder and press into place.
15.Close the section of side trim in the luggage compartment near the tail light cluster
against the direction of the arrow
16.Close the boot lid ⇒ Boot lid.
The illustrations show the left-hand tail light cluster. The right-hand tail light cluster housing is
a mirror image of the one shown.
There are various types of tail light cluster, so the position and design of covers, bulbs and
bulb holders may vary from those shown in the illustrations.
In tail light clusters with LEDs, some light elements may be fitted with normal bulbs. These
bulbs can be changed.
Troubleshooting
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Lighting
Vehicle lighting not working partially or completely. A separate display appears in the
instrument cluster if there is a cornering light fault.A trailer turn signal or all trailer lights have
stopped working.
Check the exterior lighting and change the appropriate bulb as required ⇒ Changing bulbs. If all
bulbs are OK or there is a fault in the dynamic cornering light, go to a qualified workshop.
Monitoring the lights on a connected trailer
For vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket, the vehicle will also monitor certain bulbs on a
trailer which has been connected properly via the trailer socket.
If a trailer turn signal or all the trailer lights fail, the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will
go out.
Changing fuses
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Fuses in the dash panel
⇒ Fuses in the engine compartment
⇒ Fuse table for fuses in the dash panel
⇒ Fuse tables for fuses in the engine compartment
⇒ Changing a blown fuse
At the time of print we are unable to provide an complete overview of the locations of the fuses for
the electrical consumers. This is because the vehicle is under constant development, because
fuses are assigned differently depending on the vehicle equipment level and because several
consumers may use a single fuse. You can get more information about the fuse layout from a
Volkswagen dealership.
Several electrical consumers could share a single fuse. Conversely, a single consumer could have
more than one fuse.
Therefore fuses should only be replaced when the cause of the fault has been rectified. If a new
fuse blows shortly after insertion, have the electrical system checked by a qualified workshop as
soon as possible.

This chapter does not refer to all the fuses in the vehicle. These should be changed only by
a qualified workshop.
Fuses in the dash panel
Fig. 208 Dash panel on the driver side: fuse box cover.
Fig. 209 Fuse box cover in the dash panel: right-hand drive vehicle, on the front passenger side.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Left-hand drive: opening the fuse box in the dash panel
•Open the stowage compartment on the driver side ⇒ Fig. 208.
•Empty stowage compartment if necessary.
High voltages in the electrical system can cause electric shocks, serious burns and death.
•Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system.
•Avoid causing short circuits in the electrical system.
WARNING
Using unsuitable or repaired fuses and bridging an electrical circuit without fuses can
cause a fire and serious injuries.
•Never fit fuses that have a higher fuse protection limit. Fuses must always be replaced
by a new fuse with the same amp rating (same colour and markings) and size.
•Never repair a fuse.
•Never use a metal strip, paper clip or similar objects to replace a fuse.
WARNING
•To avoid damage to the electrical system in the vehicle, switch the ignition, the lights
and all electrical consumers off and remove the vehicle key from the ignition lock
before changing a fuse.
•You can damage another position in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher
amp rating.
•Fuse boxes must be protected from dirt and moisture when opened. Dirt and moisture
in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.
NOTICE

•Push the retaining lugs ⇒ Fig. 208① upwards in the direction of the arrow whilst opening the
stowage compartment until the fuse carrier can be accessed.
•To install, press the stowage compartment into the mounts on the dash panel until it audibly
clicks into place on both sides and then close the compartment.
Right-hand drive: opening the fuse box in the dash panel
•Open the stowage compartment on the front passenger side and remove the contents if
necessary ⇒ Fig. 209.
•Slide the braking element ⇒ Fig. 209① downwards into the opening in the holder and pull it
out sideways.
•Push catches ⇒ Fig. 209② upwards in the direction of the arrow whilst opening the stowage
compartment further.
•To install: bring storage compartment into position. Insert the brake element in the holder
opening and push upwards until it audibly engages. Carefully push the stowage compartment
forwards beyond the resistance of the catches ⇒ Fig. 209②.
Fuses in the engine compartment
Fig. 210 In the engine compartment: cover ① of fuse box with plastic pliers ②.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Opening the fuse box in the engine compartment
•Open the bonnet ⇒ In the engine compartment.
•Press the release buttons in the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 210① to release the fuse box
cover.
•Lift off the cover.
•To install, position the cover on the fuse box and press it downwards until the cover audibly
clicks into place on both sides.
In some vehicles, there is a pair of plastic pliers ⇒ Fig. 210② for removing fuses on the inside of
the cover of the fuse box in the engine compartment.
Fuse table for fuses in the dash panel
•Remove the covers for the fuse boxes carefully and install them again properly so as to
avoid damage to the vehicle.
•Fuse boxes must be protected from dirt and moisture when opened. Dirt and moisture
in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.
NOTICE
•Remove the covers for the fuse boxes carefully and install them again properly so as to
avoid damage to the vehicle.
•Fuse boxes must be protected from dirt and moisture when opened. Dirt and moisture
in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.
NOTICE

Tow-starting or towing
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Notes on tow-starting and towing
⇒ Fitting the rear towing eye
⇒ Fitting the front towing eye
⇒ Fitting the front towing eye (R-Line)
⇒ Driving notes when towing
Tow-starting is where a vehicle is started from it being set in motion by a vehicle that is hitched up
to it.
Towing is where a vehicle that cannot be driven is pulled away with the aid of another vehicle.
Observe any legal requirements when towing or tow-starting.
For technical reasons, vehicles with a discharged 12-volt battery must not be towed.⇒ Jump 
starting
Vehicles with Keyless Access must only be towed with the ignition switched on.
Towing a vehicle when the engine is switched off and the ignition is switched on discharges the 12-
volt vehicle battery. Depending on the charge level of the 12-volt vehicle battery, the drop in voltage
can be large enough after just a few minutes that electrical consumers in the vehicle will no longer
function, e.g. the hazard warning lights.
Jump starting the vehicle incorrectly can cause the 12-volt vehicle battery to explode,
which can lead to serious injuries. Please observe the following in order to reduce the risk
of the 12-volt vehicle battery exploding:
•All work on the 12-volt vehicle battery and the electrical system can cause serious
chemical burns, fire or electric shocks. Always read the warnings and safety
information before carrying out any kind of work on the 12-volt vehicle battery ⇒ 12-
volt vehicle battery.
•Always wear suitable eye protection and gloves and never lean over the 12-volt vehicle
battery.
•Attach the connector cables in the correct order – the positive cable first, followed by
the negative.
•Never connect the negative cable to parts of the fuel system or to the brake lines.
•The non-insulated parts of the battery clamps must not be allowed to touch. The jump
lead attached to the positive terminal on the 12-volt vehicle battery must not touch
electrically conductive parts of the vehicle.
•m/k/a995MK Vehicles with battery in the engine compartment: check the battery
window on the 12-volt vehicle battery. Use a torch for this if necessary. If the display is
light yellow or colourless, do not jump start the vehicle. Seek expert assistance.
•Avoid electrostatic discharge in the vicinity of the 12-volt vehicle battery. The explosive
gas emitted from the 12-volt vehicle battery could be ignited by sparks.
•Do not carry out jump starting if the 12-volt vehicle battery is damaged or if it is or has
ever been frozen.
WARNING
Once the vehicle has been successfully jump-started, go to a qualified workshop and have
the 12-volt vehicle battery checked.
NOTICE

Notes on tow-starting and towing
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Tow rope, tow bar
It is easier and safer to tow a vehicle with a tow bar. Only use a tow rope if you do not have a tow
bar.
The tow rope should be slightly elastic to reduce the strain on both vehicles. It is advisable to use a
tow rope made of synthetic fibre or similarly elastic material.
Only attach the tow rope or tow bar to the specially provided towing eyes or to the towing bracket.
Vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket must only use tow bars that are specially designed
to fit a ball head ⇒ Trailer towing.
Tow-starting
Vehicles should not be tow-started wherever possible. Instead have the vehicle jump-started
⇒ Jump starting or collected by a recovery vehicle.
However, if the vehicle still has to be tow-started:
•Engage second or third gear.
•Keep the clutch pressed down.
•Switch on the ignition and the hazard warning lights.
•Once both vehicles are in motion, release the clutch.
•As soon as the engine starts, press the clutch and put the gear into neutral. This helps to
prevent driving into the towing vehicle.
When should your vehicle not be towed?
•The vehicle gearbox is damaged or does not contain any lubricant.
•The 12-volt vehicle battery is discharged. The steering system is still locked and the electronic
parking brake and electronic steering column lock, if applied, cannot be released.
•The distance to be towed is further than 50 km.
Never tow a vehicle that has no power supply.
•Never remove the vehicle key from the ignition or switch off the ignition using the
starter button during towing. This could cause the mechanical steering column lock
(steering lock) or the electronic steering column lock to engage suddenly. You will no
longer be able to steer the vehicle. This can lead to a loss of control of the vehicle,
accidents and serious injuries.
•If the power supply to the towed vehicle is disconnected, stop towing immediately and
seek expert assistance.
WARNING
If a vehicle is being towed, the vehicle handling and braking effect will change
significantly. Please note the following in order to reduce the risk of an accident or serious
injuries:
•Notes for the driver of the towed vehicle:
- You will need to depress the brake pedal more vigorously than normal as the
brake servo is not working. Always be careful not to drive into the vehicle that is
pulling your vehicle.
- You will need to turn the steering wheel more vigorously as the power-assisted
steering function is not working.
•Notes for the driver of the towing vehicle
- Accelerate carefully and gently.
- Avoid sudden braking and driving manoeuvres.
- Brake earlier than normal by pressing lightly on the brake pedal.
WARNING
•Remove and install the cover and the towing eye carefully so as to avoid damage to the
vehicle, e.g. the paintwork.
•Unburnt fuel can enter the catalytic converter and damage it while the vehicle is being
towed.
NOTICE

•The steering function or the operating clearance of the wheels cannot be ensured after an
accident.
If your own vehicle has to be towed:
•Switch on the ignition.
•Select the neutral position or move the selector lever to N⇒ DSG dual clutch gearbox.
•Do not allow the vehicle to be towed at speeds faster than 50 km/h (30 mph).
•Do not allow the vehicle to be towed further than 50 km.
•Vehicles with a DSG dual clutch gearbox may only be towed by the breakdown truck with the
front wheels raised.
Towing vehicles with four-wheel drive (4MOTION)
Vehicles with four-wheel drive (4MOTION) may be towed with a tow bar or tow rope. If the vehicle
is towed with the rear or front axle raised, the engine must be switched off otherwise the drive train
could be damaged.
Please comply with the following when towing another vehicle:
•Comply with legal regulations.
•Comply with the information on towing contained in the owner's manual for the other vehicle.
The vehicle can only be towed when the electronic parking brake is switched off and, if
applicable, when the electronic steering column lock is released. If the power supply fails or if there
are faults in the electrical system, you may need to use jump leads to start the engine to release the
electronic parking brake and the electronic steering column lock.
Fitting the rear towing eye
Fig. 219 On the right-hand side of the rear bumper: screwed-in towing eye.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The mount for the screw-in towing eye is located behind a cover ⇒ Fig. 219① on the right-hand
side of the rear bumper. In vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket there is no mount for the
screw-in towing eye behind the cover. To tow, swivel out or fit and use the ball head ⇒ Trailer 
towing⇒.
Comply with the notes on towing ⇒ Notes on tow-starting and towing.
Fitting the rear towing eye
•Remove the towing eye from the vehicle tool kit in the luggage compartment ⇒ Vehicle toolkit.
•Press at the bottom of the cover ⇒ Fig. 219① (arrow) to release the cover fastener.
•Remove the cover and leave it hanging from the vehicle.
•Insert the lower locking lug in the opening in the bumper and push on the upper area of the
cover until the upper locking lug engages in the bumper.
•If necessary clean the towing eye and place them back in the vehicle tool kit in the luggage
compartment.
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When tow-starting, unburnt fuel can enter the catalytic converter and damage it.
NOTICE
When pushing the vehicle by hand, do not press on the tail light clusters, the side spoilers
on the rear window, the rear spoiler or large panels. This could damage the vehicle and
loosen the spoiler.
NOTICE

Fitting the front towing eye
Fig. 220 In the front bumper, right-hand side: towing eye.
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The towing eye is screwed into a threaded hole behind a cover on the right of the front bumper
⇒ Fig. 220.
The towing eye must always be kept in the vehicle.
Observe the notes on towing ⇒ Notes on tow-starting and towing.
Fitting the towing eye at front
•Remove the towing eye from the vehicle tool kit in the luggage compartment ⇒ Vehicle toolkit.
•Press the side of the cover ⇒ Fig. 220① (arrow) to release the cover fastener.
•Remove the cover and leave it hanging from the vehicle.
•Turn the towing eye ⇒ Fig. 220② as shown by the arrow into the threaded hole and tighten as
far as possible ⇒. Use a suitable object to screw the towing eye fully and securely into the
mounting.
•After you have finished towing, remove the towing eye by unscrewing it in the opposite direction
to the arrow using a suitable object.
•Insert the outer tab of the cover into the opening in the bumper and push on the upper area of
the cover until the lug clicks into place in the bumper.
•If necessary clean the towing eye and place them back in the vehicle tool kit in the luggage
compartment.
Fitting the front towing eye (R-Line)
Fig. 221 In the right-hand side of the front bumper: cover for the towing eye mounting.
•The towing eye must always be screwed firmly into the mounting. Otherwise, the
towing eye can be ripped out of the mounting when the vehicle is being tow-started or
towed.
•Vehicles with a factory-fitted towing bracket must use only tow bars that are specially
designed for fitting to a ball head. If you use an unsuitable tow bar, the ball head and
the vehicle could be damaged. You should use a tow rope instead.
NOTICE
The towing eye must always be screwed firmly into the mounting. Otherwise, the towing
eye can be ripped out of the mounting when the vehicle is being tow-started or towed.
NOTICE