Glass Panel
Note
WARNING
A flat cable is bonded to the brace in the lamp opening in some versions. Loosen the flat cable from the brace and press it to the side when removing the sunroof opening. Make sure the flat cable is not damaged.
If turning by hand, more force will be needed since the motor is not disengaged from the drive.
Sun Shade
Note
If there is a malfunction in the electrical system, the sun shade on the sun shade motor can be moved manually using a commercially available hex wrench.
If turning by hand, more force will be needed since the motor is not disengaged from the drive.
Water Drain Hoses, Cleaning
Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Front Water Drain Hoses
The front water drain hoses run into the A-pillars and end in the plenum chamber. Cleaning takes place from the panorama sunroof opening.
Rear Water Drain Hoses
The rear water drain hoses run into the D-pillars and end in the rear wheel housings. Clean starting from the wheel housing and working outward. The wheel housing liner must be removed for this.
Special Tools
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Volkswagen Tiguan Service and Repair Manual > Seam Sealing: Seam Sealing, Body Rear
Note
When repairing, seam sealing is to be replicated according to its
original conditions in appearance and layer thickness.
Sealing seams near attachments to be installed must be applied smoothly
In order to avoid damage and malfunctions.
Water drain holes must remain free.
All threaded p ...