VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2014 2.G Owners Manual

Fuses

Fuses in the vehicle

Fig. 328 On the left side of the instrument panel: Remove the fuse box cover.

Fig. 329 On the right side of the instrument panel: Remove the fuse box cover.

Color Current strength in amps
Orange 40
Opening the fuse box in the instrument panel
x Insert a flat object, such as the screwdriver in the vehicle tool kit, into the opening ⇒ fig. 328 (1) or
⇒ fig. 329 (1) and carefully pry off the cover in the direction of the arrow (2).
NOTICE
x To help prevent vehicle damage, be careful when removing fuse box covers and be sure to reinstall them properly.
x Open fuse boxes must be protected from dirt and moisture. Dirt and moisture in fuse boxes can cause damage to the electrical system.
The vehicle contains other fuses in addition to those mentioned in this chapter. Have these fuses replaced by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Replacing blown fuses

Fig. 330 Illustration of a blown fuse.

Fig. 331 Removing or inserting a fuse.

Replacing light bulbs

WARNING
Improper replacement of burned out headlights and other light bulbs can cause serious personal injury.
x Stop! Always read and heed the WARNINGS before doing any work in the engine
compartment ⇒ Working in the engine compartment. The engine compartment of any motor vehicle is a potentially dangerous area, and work in this area can lead to serious personal injury.
x HID – High Intensity Discharge (Xenon) get power from a high-voltage source that can cause severe personal injury and even death if handled improperly.
x H7 bulbs and HID – High Intensity Discharge (Xenon) are under high pressure and can explode if handled improperly.
x Always let a burned out light bulb cool down before replacing it.
x Never replace a light bulb unless you are familiar with all of the necessary procedures. In particular, never remove a headlight unless you know exactly how to carry out the job and have the correct tools and light bulbs.
x If you are uncertain about what to do, have the work performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer, an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or another qualified workshop. Serious personal injury may result from improperly performed work.
x We strongly recommend that you always have HID - High Intensity Discharge (Xenon) lamps and H7 bulbs replaced by a qualified technician.
x Do not touch the glass of light bulbs with your bare hands. Fingerprints left on the bulb evaporate due to the heat when the bulb is switched on and cause the reflector to “cloud”.
x There are sharp edges on and around the headlight housing in the engine compartment and the taillight housing. Wear hand protection if you replace bulbs.
NOTICE
After replacing a headlight bulb or other light bulb, always make sure that the rubber covers or plastic caps have been properly and securely reinstalled to help prevent water from getting into the electrical connections and headlight housing and damaging the electrical system.
Indicator lights

When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function check. They go out after a few seconds.
WARNING
Failure to heed warning lights and instrument cluster text messages can cause the vehicle to break down in traffic and result in a collision and serious personal injury.
x Never ignore warning lights or text WARNINGS.
x Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
Failure of a single LED within a taillight is not indicated. However, the  indicator light will come on if all LEDs fail.
Information on light bulb replacement

WARNING
Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious injuries.
x Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common sense.
NOTICE
Always insert and remove lamps carefully to avoid damage to the vehicle paint or to other parts of the vehicle.
Replacing headlight bulbs

Fig. 332 In the engine compartment: Covers and bulbs in the left headlight assembly.

Please carry out each step only in the order specified:
fig. 332 (1) (2) (4)
low beam headlights (halogen headlights) Parking lights (halogen headlights) high beam headlights and daytime running lights (halogen headlights)
1. Please review and follow the checklist
2. Open the engine hood

Please carry out each step only in the order specified:
(3)(5)
Turn signal (halogen) Turn signal (xenon headlight)
4. Pull the bulb holder out towards the rear along with the light bulb. Pull the bulb holder up and out of its catch, turn it counterclockwise about 20°, and remove it towards the rear along with the light bulb.
5. Pull the light bulb straight out of bulb holder. Pull the light bulb and base straight out of bulb holder.
6. Replace the burned out light bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
7. Insert the bulb holder into the headlight and slide it in completely. With the lamp holder turned about 20° counterclockwise, inert it into the headlight assembly and push it in all the way. Turn the lamp holder clockwise as far as it goes and push it down into the catch.
8. Fit rubber cover (B) onto back of headlight. Reinstall the plastic cover with control unit (C). Make sure that the plastic cover clicks into place.
The illustrations show the left headlight assembly from the rear. The right headlight assembly is the mirror image of the left headlight assembly.
Different models may have different lights, and the location and design of covers, bulb holders, and bulbs may be in a different location than shown in the illustrations.
You cannot replace the LEDs in LED daytime running lights. Contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.
Replacing light bulbs in the front bumper

Fig. 333 In front right wheel housing: Replacing light bulb in headlight assembly.