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.

Warning
Getting ready to work in the engine compartment
Opening and closing the engine compartmentVolkswagen Tiguan Owners Manual > In an emergency: Checklist
For your own safety and that of your passengers, carry out the following
steps in the order listed ⇒ :
Park the vehicle at safe distance from
traffic and on a suitable surface .
Switch on emergency flashers by pressing
the switch .
Apply the electronic parking brake to
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