Care, cleaning, maintenance

Checklist

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    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.

Disregarding the safety-related checklist may result in serious injuries.
  • Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common sense.

Test yourself

A quick Volkswagen Tiguan quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.