Volkswagen Touareg 2003, Service Manual

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4 Descriptions of work
This chapter provides information on the following subjects:
♦ Removable towing bracket: Check and clean if necessary
⇒ page 28
♦ Turbocharger: Lubricate control motor linkage ⇒ page 30
♦ Swivel joints and axle bearings: Visual check ⇒ page 31
♦ Additive container: Extract fluid and replenish with new addi‐
tive ⇒ page 32
♦ Automatic gearbox: Check ATF level ⇒ page 38
♦ Battery cut-off relay: Remove ⇒ page 38
♦ Battery: Check battery terminal clamps for secure seating
⇒ page 40
♦ Battery: Check using battery tester with printer VAS 5097A or
VAS 6161 ⇒ page 47
♦ Checking tyres: Condition, wear pattern, tyre pressure, tread
depth and age of tyres ⇒ page 56
♦ Brake system and shock absorbers: Perform visual check for
leaks and damage ⇒ page 62
♦ Changing brake fluid ⇒ page 63
♦ Brake fluid level (dependent upon lining wear): Check
⇒ page 66
♦ Thickness of brake pads/linings and condition of brake discs,
front and rear: Check ⇒ page 59
♦ Diesel fuel filter: Drain ⇒ page 72
♦ Diesel fuel filter: Renew (Diesel engine) ⇒ page 73
♦ Diesel particulate filter: Read ash load ⇒ page 38
♦ Diesel particulate filter: Renew ⇒ page 67
♦ Window regulators: Check positioning (open and close func‐
tions) ⇒ page 68
♦ Vehicles with reversing camera system: Check number plate
⇒ page 69
♦ Vehicle system test: Perform test ⇒ page 69
♦ Front airbag for the front passenger: Check activation / deac‐
tivation ⇒ page 70
♦ Gearbox, final drive (especially on flanges) and drive shaft
bellows: Perform visual check for leaks and damage
⇒ page 71
♦ Gearbox, transfer box and front and rear final drive: Check oil
level, replenish if necessary ⇒ page 140
♦ Dust and pollen filter: Clean housing and renew filter element
⇒ page 71
♦ Interior and exterior body: Perform visual check for corrosion
when doors and flaps are open ⇒ page 80
♦ Poly V-belt: Check condition ⇒ page 71
♦ Compass in roof module: Set compass zones ⇒ page 80
♦ Cooling system: Check frost protection and coolant level
⇒ page 81
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4. Descriptions of work