Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual: A/C System, General Information
Introduction
The purpose of this Repair Manual is to provide foremen and mechanics with
the basic knowledge needed to ensure expert working.
Note
- Expert knowledge is achieved by one who has taken part successfully in
instructional training e.g. AB160 or ST160, including trained experts.
- This Repair Manual also serves as instructional material.
It should also be available for presentation to the responsible supervisory
agency on request.
Caution
Non-approved tools or materials such as leak sealing additives can cause
damage or malfunctions in the system.
Only use tools and materials approved by the manufacturer.
The warranty is voided if non-approved tools or materials are used.
Additional Information Sources
- Technical Service Handbook outlining action to be taken to rectify
current problems.
- For the repair manual for model-specific repair work.
- Sections of Self Study Program number 208 are no longer up-to-date. An
example of this is the statement "The receiver/dryer is replaced each time
the refrigerant circuit is opened". The following prerequisites apply.
- Video programs for in-dealership training.
- Special Tools and Workshop Equipment Catalog.
- Service Organization Volume 1 Additional Equipment.
- Repair manual Air Conditioning with Refrigerant R12. Only hardcopies of
this manual are available for vehicles through MY 1993.
Physical Principles
The four known states of water also apply to air conditioning system
refrigerants.
gaseous (invisible)
vapor
fluid
solid
When water is heated in a vessel (heat absorption), ...
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General Information
Note
In conjunction with "RCD 300" radio, the front sound system consists of
a 3-way system with one bass speaker, one mid-range and one treble speaker
respectively in left and right front doors. In vehicle rear, an optional
2-way system with one bass speaker and one treb ...