Service Training

Self-study Programme 404

The Tiguan 2008

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 Contents

In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Occupant Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Auto 5000 GmbH is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG. A decisive factor for the success is the close
Its production site is at Volkswagen Group networking of work and learning.
headquarters in Wolfsburg. Consistent qualification and training of staff has even
been laid down in a separate qualification wage
The rapid success story of Auto 5000 GmbH began in agreement.
Autumn 1999 with the project “5000 x 5000” Inside the factory, there is a “learning factory” for
(5000 jobs at 5000DM). each area that serves as a learning and
Auto 5000 GmbH started out with the aim of proving communication centre and also gives staff the
that it is possible in Germany to create new secure opportunity to exchange experiences.
jobs and, at the same time, build an internationally
competitive car. The subsequent success has proven
that the idea and Auto 5000 GmbH were right.
More than 750,000 Tourans have already
left the factory.

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● B-pillar with 2 rigidity zones

● Park Assist

● Brakes with
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● Bumper versions with different

approach angles:
On-road version at 18°
Off-road version at 28°
● Electromechanical steering with
parallel axis drive

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● Electromechanical parking brake with planetary gear

You will find information on the panoramic sunroof in self-study programme 400
“The Golf 2007 – Chassis”.

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Technical data
Exterior dimensions and weights

925mm 2604mm 898mm

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Interior dimensions

992mm 991mm

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volume with rear seat Rear elbow room 1398mm
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* depending on equipment and position of rear seat bench

** depending on equipment

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 Body

Body structure
The Tiguan body is based on the Passat body concept
at the front end and in the middle underbody areas.
The Golf concept has been used at the rear.
The structure is a completely new development.

The main focus in the design was placed on comfort

and crash performance without neglecting lightweight
construction. Reaching the objectives for on-road and
off-road use was a challenge.

The high standards reached are reflected in the

excellent static and dynamic stiffness and thus in the
lightweight construction quality.

Lightweight construction quality L = 2.4

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part has a very high strength for extreme loads due to
partial die-quenching. The lower part has a lower
strength with higher deforming capability for
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The off-road bumper version is fitted on the “Track & Field” version.

● Approach angle: 28°

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Door concept
The front and rear doors have a conventional door design and are made up of a basic door unit and a bolted
assembly carrier. The door locks, window regulators and loudspeakers are pre-assembled on the assembly carrier.

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Storage concept
The storage concept in the Tiguan provides all occupants with sufficient storage space for large and small items all
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 Body

Mechanical swivelling tow coupling

For the first time, a mechanical swivelling tow The mechanical swivelling tow coupling is mounted
coupling is being used by Volkswagen. behind the rear bumper and is also simple to use
Previously fixed, removable or electrically adjusted when the vehicle is fully loaded. Depending on the
versions were used. engine, the Tiguan has a towing capacity of up to
2500kg (up to 12% gradient).

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 Releasing and locking

To change the position of the tow coupling, pull the

release knob to unlock it. The release knob is
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Electrical socket
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 Occupant Protection

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● Isofix anchoring points on outer rear seats

● Pressure sensors in the front doors

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● Curtain airbags for front and rear occupants

● The airbag trigger system consists of an airbag

control unit in the front area of the frame tunnel
with three internal acceleration sensors (two
sensors in vehicle longitudinal direction and one in
transverse direction) as well as four external
sensors for recognising side collisions. Two are
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front doors. Two transverse acceleration sensors
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 Engines

Engine/gearbox combinations

1.4l/110kW TSI engine 2.0l/103kW CR TDI engine

with 4-valve technology with 4-valve technology
Petrol engine

Diesel engine

6-speed manual gearbox 0A6

(4Motion)

6-speed automatic gearbox 09M

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“The 1.4l TSI Engine”.

Technical data Torque and power diagram

Engine code BWK

360 110
Type 4-cylinder in-line engine
Displacement 1390cm3
Bore 76.5mm
280 90
Torque [Nm]

Stroke 75.6mm
Power [kW]

Valves per cylinder 4

Compression ratio 10:1
200 70
Maximum output 110kW at 5800 rpm
Maximum torque 240Nm at 1750rpm
to 4000rpm
120 50
Engine management Bosch Motronic MED 17.5.1
Fuel Super unleaded RON 95
Exhaust gas treatment Main catalytic
converter, Lambda control 40 30
Emissions standard EU4

1000 3000 5000 7000

Engine speed [rpm]
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 Engines

2.0l/103kW CR TDI engine with 4-valve technology

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Engine code CBAB

400 100
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Displacement 1968cm3
Bore 81mm 320 80
Stroke 95.5mm
Torque [Nm]

Power [kW]

Valves per cylinder 4 240 60

Compression ratio 16.5:1
Maximum output 103kW at 4200 rpm
160 40
Maximum torque 320Nm at 1750 rpm
up to 2500 rpm
Engine Management Bosch EDC 17 80 20
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Fuel Diesel, in accordance with
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1000 2000 3000 4000 5000
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catalytic converter and diesel
particulate filter S404_049
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 Transmission

Four-wheel drive coupling generation IV

In principle, power is transmitted via the clutch plate set on the fourth generation of the four-wheel drive coupling
in the same way as the previous Haldex models. The pressure being built up with an electric pump is a new feature.
The four-wheel drive control unit J492 determines the torque to be transferred by controlling the coupling opening
control valve N373. Speed differences between the front and rear axle are no longer required to activate the four-
wheel drive coupling.

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● Optimised, demand-regulated pump control ● Permanent rear-axle drive capacity
● Fully compatible with the traction control systems
(e.g. ESP, ABS)

You will find information on this topic in self-study programme 414 “4Motion with Four-wheel Drive
Coupling Generation IV”.

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Overview of chassis
The Tiguan chassis combines typical car driving properties on the road with very good off-road
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axis drive and torque steer
compensation

● The ESP sensor unit is integrated in the electromechanical

parking brake control unit.

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 ● Electromechanical parking brake with planetary gear
and new switch in centre console

● Weight-optimised rear subframe made from high-

strength steels

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Chassis variants
The Tiguan comes with two different chassis versions This sportiness has not been achieved by lowering the
depending on the equipment version. suspension, but exclusively by adapting the springs,
The comfort-oriented normal chassis features in the dampers and anti-roll bars. This guarantees sufficient
“Trend & Fun” and “Track & Field” equipment versions. ground clearance in all versions.
The sportier dynamic chassis is fitted in the
“Sport & Style” version.

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Rebound bump-stop dampers

The all-new struts on the front axle have plastic The damping is achieved by the bellows being
bellows that act as rebound bump-stop during the pushed together. In addition, the rebound bump-stop
suspension extension cycle. This has further improved dampers have oil holes that allow the damper oil to
the off-road suspension comfort. escape and create a hydraulic damping effect.

Wheel compresses Wheel extends

suspension completely
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bump-stop
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4Motion rear axle Rear axle for front-wheel drive

version
The 4Motion version uses the Passat 2006 rear axle.
The damper characteristics, the springs and the The 4Motion rear axle is also used on the front-wheel
anti-roll bars have been adapted according to the drive version. The propshaft, rear-axle differential
axle loads. and the drive shafts are simply omitted and the wheel
bearings for the front-wheel drive version are fitted.

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 Chassis

Electromechanical steering with axis-parallel drive

An electromechanical steering system with a belt-driven recirculating-ball gearbox and electric motor mounted
parallel to the axis is being used for the time on the Tiguan (left-hand drive only). This new development allows jolt-
free and very sensitive, precise and powerful steering. Familiar functions like straight-running correction and
counter-steer support have been integrated.

Torsion bar Steering moment sender Electric motor

(mounted parallel to axis)

Steering pinion Recirculating-ball gearbox

Belt drive
Control unit
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You will find further information on this topic in self-study programme 399 “Electromechanical Power
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Steering column
The Tiguan steering column is based on the
Golf Plus steering column. It has an
adjustment range of 50mm for the height
and 50mm for reach.
The steering column is locked mechanically.

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Brakes
Brake systems
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ESP and hydraulic brake assist (BA) are standard on

the Tiguan.

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Power supply for Brake pressure sender 1,
hydraulic pump G201

Off-road button in
centre console

S404_059

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Hill descent assist
The hill descent assist is one of the off-road functions The hill descent assist is activated via the OFF ROAD
that makes it easier for drivers to tackle routes with button together with the other off-road functions.
steep gradients. The hill descent assist maintains a Readiness is indicated in the dash panel insert when
constant speed after the vehicle starts down a slope the speed falls below 20km/h. The lamp will flash
without driver intervention. The vehicle speed that is when the hill descent assist brakes the wheels.
maintained by the hill descent assist depends on the The following activation conditions need to be met:
entry speed to the slope and the selected gear.
This function is achieved with active, controlled - Speed below 20km/h
braking at all four wheels. - Gradients greater than 20%
- Engine running
- Accelerator pedal and brake pedal not pressed

Intervention by the hill descent assist system is

cancelled or interrupted as soon as one of the
following conditions is met:

- Off-road button pressed or new ignition cycle

- Gradient less than 12%
- Accelerator or brake pedal pressed

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The Tiguan comes with the electromechanical parking brake with new planetary gear as standard.
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Fuse boxes and relay locations in the onboard supply

Locations

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Fuse box on onboard supply control unit,

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Networking concept

The data bus diagnostic interface J533 forms the

interface for communication between the
following data bus systems:
T16 b J220
- Powertrain CAN data bus
- Convenience CAN data bus
- Infotainment CAN data bus
J745
- Combi CAN data bus
- Diagnostics CAN data bus
J667
J285
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J362
The following data bus systems are connected
downstream of a CAN data bus system as
sub-bus systems:

- LIN data buses J533 J520 J394

- Sensor CAN data bus
- Cornering light CAN data bus
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LIN data buses: 19.2kBit/s b Diagnostics CAN data bus

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 Legend
D Ignition switch
E221 Operating unit in steering wheel
G419 (multifunction steering wheel)
J540 G85 Steering angle sender
G197 Magnetic field sender for compass
G273 Interior monitoring sensor
G384 Vehicle inclination sender
J217** J446 J104 G397 Rain and light sensor
G419 ESP sensor unit
H8 Anti-theft alarm system horn
J104 ABS control unit
J136*** Seat and steering column adjustment control unit
with memory
J492 J791 J500 J217** Automatic gearbox control unit
J220 Motronic control unit
J234 Airbag control unit
J668 J245 Sliding sunroof adjustment control unit
J255 Climatronic (and Climatic) control unit
J285 Control unit with display in dash panel insert
J345 Trailer detector control unit
J362 Immobilizer control unit
J364 Auxiliary heater control unit
J234 J386 Driver door control unit
G85 J387 Front passenger door control unit
J388 Rear left door control unit
J245 E221 J389 Rear right door control unit
J393 Convenience system central control unit
J394 Sunroof roller blind control unit
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J604 Auxiliary air heater control unit

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J667 Power output module for left headlight

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J668 Power output module for right headlight

J393 J745 Cornering light and headlight range control unit
J772 Reversing camera system control unit
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 Radio, Navigation and Telephone

Radio systems in the Tiguan

The RCD 210, RCD 300 and RCD 510 radio systems are available for the Tiguan. The RCD 210 and RCD 510 radio
systems are new. They will be described here.

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with receivable stations from the FM and AM
wavebands.

Combination and expansion possibilities

● VW telephone hands-free system UMPP ● Can be operated via multifunction steering wheel
(mono playback only) and displayed in dash panel insert
● Compatible telephone hands-free systems from ● VW CD changer or VW Individual iPod adapter
third-party manufacturers or USB adapter
● Volume reduction when vehicle is equipped with
new Park Distance Control (diagnosis address 10)

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● Integrated DAB tuner (depending on equipment)
● SDARS tuner (depending on equipment)
● Integrated SD memory card reader

Combination and expansion possibilities

● External sound amplifier ● Compatible, external telematics units

● Support of external second display via the BAP ● Control via multifunction steering wheel
operating and display protocol as well as the DDP ● External CD changer (without MP3 support)
display data protocol
● Telephone hands-free system UMPP Low,
UMPP Premium and UMPP Premium light

The cover frame has to be removed to remove or install a radio, in order to access the threaded
connection located behind it.

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 Radio, Navigation and Telephone

RNS 300 radio/navigation system

● 5" monochrome display
● Two or four loudspeakers (20 Watt) can be
connected
● Single tuner principle for FM incl. TMC
(Traffic Message Channel)
● Integrated single CD drive
● MP3 playback
● Dynamic guidance with TMC
● Navigation without inserted navigation CD
(corridor function) S404_901
● Route guidance using symbols and speech
● Optionally compatible with mobile phone ● Optionally compatible with external CD changer
preparation and hands-free system (CDC)
● Optionally compatible with multifunction
steering wheel

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FM blocking FM blocking
circuit circuit has two FM tuners, it is necessary to use an aerial
structure in the rear window in addition to the
Roof aerial roof aerial. An FM impedance transformer is required
AM/ for this FM2 connection. Two FM blocking circuits are
FM1 integrated in the heating wire circuit.

FM2
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S404_910

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If the Tiguan is equipped with the RNS 510, an aerial FM blocking FM blocking
structure in the rear windscreen for twin-tuner circuit circuit
operation in the FM range will be used in addition to
Roof aerial
the roof aerial.
AM/
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navigation system (GPS) and the telephone (GSM) are
received via the roof aerial. An FM impedance
converter is required to connect the second FM tuner
GSM
via the rear windscreen aerial. Furthermore the rear FM2
FM impedance
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 Roof aerial
In addition to the aerial structures in the rear or side
windows and the proven shark fin roof aerial, there is
now also a new roof aerial available to allow the
Aerial base with
integrated aerial electronics different signals for radio (AM/FM/SDARS),
navigation (GPS), telephone (GSM), digital
radio (DAB) and the remote control for the auxiliary
heating (FFB), for example, to be received via an
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 Radio, Navigation and Telephone

UMPP Premium Light telephone preparation

The UMPP Premium Light is a fixed telephone system with wireless access to the telephone data on a mobile phone
logged into the vehicle system via Bluetooth. It is being used in the Tiguan for the first time.
The UMPP Premium Light requires that the mobile phone to be connected has both a Bluetooth interface and also
supports the Remote SIM Access Profile (rSAP). rSAP allows, for example, telephone book entries on the mobile
phone SIM card to be accessed.

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- Hands-free function in good audio quality - Speech control function, also in English, Italian,
configured for the vehicle Portuguese, Spanish, French and Czech
- Telephone book downloaded from mobile phone
- Support for call lists, speed dial and SMS functions

You will find further information on the HFP, DUN and rSAP profile in self-study programme 345
“Universal Mobile Telephone Preparation”.

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 With the introduction of the new UMPP Premium Light
mobile phone preparation, the separate 10-button
keypad for manual dialling in the dashboard from the
Premium mobile phone preparation was discontinued.
If the vehicle is equipped with the RCD 510 or
RNS 510, it is possible to use a keypad that is
displayed on the touch screen.
In conjunction with the RCD 210 and RCD 300 radio
systems, it is only possible to operate the UMPP
S404_915 Premium Light manually via the multifunction
steering wheel.

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heating and air-conditioning systems in
self-study programme 318
“The Golf 2004”.

Thermo Top V auxiliary coolant heating

The Tiguan can be optionally equipped with the Thermo Top V auxiliary coolant heating system.
The following changes have been made to the design for use in the Tiguan:

- Modified air-intake damper

- Water hoses with quick-release connections
- Adapted exhaust gas pipe

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All rights and rights to make technical alterations reserved.
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Volkswagen AG
Service Training VSQ-1
Brieffach 1995
38436 Wolfsburg

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