Volkswagen Tiguan Quiz
Suspension, Wheels, Steering

Subframe, Final Drive, AWD

In this manual: Suspension, Wheels, Steering
Body exterior — 50Body Interior — 29General Paint Information — 69Paint — 9Brake System — 16Suspension, Wheels, Steering — 68Wheel and Tire Guide — 3Towing Guide — 1Wheel and Tire Guide General Information — 23Communication — 20Electrical Equipment General Information — 29Electrical Equipment from 06/2011 — 59Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning — 24Refrigerant R134a Servicing — 296-Speed Manual Transmission 02Q, OBB, and OFB — 27
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Overview - Subframe, Final Drive, AWD

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Volswagen Tiguan. Overview - Subframe, Final Drive, AWD
  1. Subframe
  2. Rear Bonded Rubber Bushing
    • Replacing, through 5/19/2012.
    • Replacing, from 05/28/2012.
  3. Front Bonded Rubber Bushing
    • Replacing, through 5/19/2012.
    • Replacing, from 05/28/2012.
  4. Final Drive
    • Removing and installing.
  5. Bolt
    • 60 N·m + 90º
    • M12 x 105
    • Always replace if removed
  6. Washer
    • Installed between final drive and subframe
  7. Washer
    • Washer must be placed with holes on tabs of bonded rubber bushing
  8. Bolt
    • 60 N·m + 90º
    • Always replace if removed
    • M12 x 105

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