Volkswagen Touareg (2015 year). Instruction — part 41

Contents

Fig. 334 Contents of the vehicle tool kit.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The contents of the vehicle tool kit depend on the vehicle configuration. The following describes the
maximum contents.

Contents of the vehicle tool kit

⇒

fig. 334

:

(1)

Screwdriver with removable blade.

(2)

Torx bit. The Torx bit is removable and can be inserted in the screwdriver handle instead of the
screwdriver blade.

(3)

Screw-in towing eyes.

(4)

Hubcap puller clips for removing wheel bolt caps.

(5)

Pin for changing a wheel.

(6)

Lug wrench.

(7)

Jack. Prior to storing the jack in the tool box, make sure to completely crank the jack down to its
original position. Next the crank lever must be braced against the side of the jack.

(8)

Folding chocks

⇒ Folding chocks.

Folding chocks

Fig. 335 Setting up folding chock.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The folding chocks are with the vehicle tool kit.

Setting up folding chocks

Raise the support plate

⇒

fig. 335

(1)

.

Insert both “lugs” of the securing plate completely in the elongated holes of the base plate

(2)

.

Proper use

The folding chock can be used to block the wheel diagonal to the wheel which is to be changed.

The folding chock must be placed directly in front of and behind the wheel and may be used only on
firm surfaces.

WARNING

Improper setup or improper use of the folding chocks can cause accidents and injuries.

Never use damaged folding chocks.

Never use folding chocks to secure the vehicle on slopes.

Wheel trim

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Wheel bolt caps

More information:

Exterior care and cleaning
Vehicle tool kit
Changing a wheel
Tire mobility set

WARNING

Unsuitable wheel covers and improper installation of wheel covers can cause accidents and
severe injuries.

Improperly installed wheel covers can come loose while driving and endanger other mo-

torists and cyclists.

Do not use damaged wheel covers.
Always make sure that the flow of air for brake system cooling is not blocked or reduced

before installing wheel covers. This applies to both factory installed wheel covers and after-
market wheel covers. Insufficient air supply may significantly increase stopping distance.

NOTICE

To help prevent damage to the vehicle, be careful when removing wheel covers and be sure to
install them properly.

Wheel bolt caps

Fig. 336 Pulling cover caps off wheel bolts.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Take the wire clip out of the vehicle tool kit

⇒ page 647, Vehicle tool kit.

Insert the wire clip through the opening of the cover cap

⇒

fig. 336

and pull off in the direction of

the arrow.

The caps are designed to protect the wheel bolts and should be installed again after the wheel
change.

Tire mobility set

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Contents of the tire mobility set

Preparations

Sealing and inflating the tire

Check after 10 minutes of driving

Tire damage caused by foreign objects or punctures up to about 3/16 in (4 mm) in diameter can be
reliably sealed using the tire mobility set. The foreign object (screw or nail, for example) must not
be removed from the tire!

After the sealant is filled into the tire, drive for about 10 minutes and check tire pressure again.

Never use the tire mobility set to fill a tire unless you

have parked vehicle at a safe spot,
are familiar with all the necessary procedures and safety precautions, and
have the correct tire mobility yet.

Otherwise, get expert assistance.

Tire sealant must not be used:

If the wheel rim is damaged.
At outside temperatures below -4 °F (20 °C).
If the cut or puncture damage of the tire is greater than 3/16 in (4 mm) in diameter.
If you were driving with very low tire pressure or a flat tire.
If the tire inflation cylinder has passed its expiration date.

More information:

Remote control vehicle key set
Tires and wheels
Braking and parking
In an emergency
Wheel covers

WARNING

Using the tire mobility set on the side of the road can be dangerous. To help reduce the risk
of serious personal injury:

Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and move the vehicle a safe distance

off the road where it is safe to use the tire mobility set.

Make sure that the ground is level and firm.
All passengers and especially children must stay a safe distance away from you while you

are working and keep out of the area you are working in.

Turn on the emergency flasher and set up another warning device about 25 yards (25

meters) behind the vehicle to warn approaching traffic.

Use the tire mobility set only if you are familiar with the necessary steps. Otherwise, get

expert assistance.

Use the tire mobility set only in emergencies and only until you can get professional help.
Immediately replace a tire repaired with the tire mobility set.
Sealant is harmful and must immediately be removed in case of skin contact.
Always store the tire mobility set out of reach of children.
Never use a vehicle jack, even if the jack is approved for use with your vehicle.
Always switch off the engine, engage the electronic parking brake, and shift the transmis-

sion into Park (P) to reduce the risk that the vehicle will move unexpectedly.

WARNING

Improper use of the tire mobility set can cause a temporary tire to fail and lead to loss of
vehicle control and serious personal injuries.

Always remember that a tire filled with sealant does not handle as well as an undamaged

tire without sealant.

Never drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h) with a sealed tire.
Never use the tire mobility set if the outside temperature is below –4 °F (–20 °C).
Never drive with a tire that has cuts or punctures, especially when they are larger than

3/16 in (4 mm).

Use the tire mobility set only for emergencies until you can get professional help.
If the tire cannot be inflated to at least 36 psi (2.5 bar), do not drive the vehicle. Contact the

nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer, authorized Volkswagen Service Facility, or other qual-
ified workshop.

If the tire inflation pressure drops below 26 psi (1.8 bar) after driving for 10 minutes, do

not drive the vehicle any farther. Contact the nearest authorized Volkswagen dealer, author-
ized Volkswagen Service Facility, or other qualified workshop.

Always replace a tire repaired with the tire mobility set immediately. Do not drive a tire that

has been repaired with the tire mobility set longer or farther than is absolutely necessary.

Avoid full throttle acceleration, hard, braking, and fast cornering.
Drive at slow speed for 10 minutes. Then get out and check the air pressure and condition

of the sealed tire.

Obey all legal requirements when disposing of used or expired sealant.

New tire inflation cylinders are available from authorized Volkswagen dealers and authorized

Volkswagen Service Facilities.

Read the separate user manual of the manufacturer of the tire mobility set.

Contents of the tire mobility set

Fig. 343 Basic diagram: Contents of the tire mobility set.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The tire mobility set is stored in the luggage compartment under the floor panel. It contains the follow-

ing

⇒

fig. 343

:

(1)

Valve core wrench

(2)

Label with speed instruction “max. 80 km/h” or “max. 50 mph”

(3)

Filling hose with sealing plug

(4)

Air compressor

(5)

Tire inflation hose

(6)

Tire pressure gauge

42

(7)

Air release valve

43

(8)

ON and OFF switch

(9)

12 Volt clips

(10)

Tire inflation bottle with sealant

(11)

Replacement valve core

The valve core wrench

(1)

has a slit on the lower end which fits the valve core. This is the only way to

unscrew the valve core from the tire valve and to screw it in again. This also applies for the replace-
ment valve core

(11)

.

Preparations

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

42

May also be integrated in the compressor.

43

Instead of this, a button may be included in the compressor.

Checklist

Carry out the following steps in the order listed before starting to inflate a tire

⇒ :

1. If you have a flat tire, move it as far away from traffic as possible. Park the vehicle on a flat, level

surface at a safe spot.

2. Apply the electronic parking brake

3. Automatic transmission: Shift the transmission into Park (P).

4. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch

5. Have all passengers exit and go to a safe place, such as behind the guard rail.

6. Switch on emergency flashers and put up the warning triangle. Observe all legal requirements.

7. Check whether a repair with the tire mobility set is possible

8. If towing a trailer: Unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park the trailer properly.

9. If the luggage compartment is loaded: Remove the luggage.

10. Remove the tire mobility set from the luggage compartment.

11. Affix the label

⇒

fig. 343

(2)

from the tire mobility set on the dashboard in the driver's field of vision.

12. The foreign object (screw or nail, for example) should not be removed from the tire!

WARNING

Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious injuries.

Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common

sense.

Sealing and inflating the tire

Fig. 344 In the engine compartment: Compressor connection terminals.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Sealing the tire

Unscrew the valve cap from the tire valve.

Unscrew the valve core from the tire valve using the valve core wrench

⇒

fig. 343

(1)

and place it

on a clean surface.

Vigorously shake the tire inflation cylinder

⇒

fig. 343

(10)

a few times back and forth.

Tightly screw the filling hose

⇒

fig. 343

(3)

to the tire inflation bottle (turn clockwise). The foil on the

seal is automatically pierced.

Remove the sealing plug from the filling hose

⇒

fig. 343

(3)

and slide the open end onto the tire

valve.

Hold the cylinder with the bottom pointing up and fill the entire contents of the tire inflation cylinder

into the tire.

Detach the empty tire inflation cylinder from the valve.

Using the valve core wrench

⇒

fig. 343

(1)

screw the valve core back into the tire valve.

Inflating the tire

Screw the tire inflation hose

⇒

fig. 343

(5)

of the air compressor tightly to the tire valve.

Check whether the air release valve

⇒

fig. 343

(7)

is screwed on tightly.

Open the engine hood

⇒ Working in the engine compartment.

Attach the cable clips

⇒

fig. 343

(9)

only to the jump-start terminals in the engine compartment

⇒

fig. 344

. The red clip on the compressor cable is connected to the positive

(+)

terminal; the black clip

is connected to the negative terminal

(—)

.

Start the vehicle engine and let it run.

Switch the air compressor on using the ON / OFF switch

⇒

fig. 343

(8)

,

Let the air compressor run until a pressure of 36 – 44 psi (250 - 300 kPa) is reached

⇒ . Maxi-

mum run time 8 minutes

⇒ .

Switch off the air compressor.
If an air pressure of 36 – 44 psi (250 - 300 kPa) cannot be reached, unscrew the tire inflation

hose from the tire valve.

Drive about 30 feet (10 meters) backwards or forwards so that the sealant can be distributed inside

the tire.

Connect the tire inflation hose of the air compressor again to the tire valve and repeat the inflation

process.

If the required tire pressure still cannot be reached, the tire is too badly damaged. The tire cannot

be sealed using the tire mobility set. Do not drive the vehicle. Get professional assistance

⇒ .

Disconnect the air compressor and unscrew the tire inflation hose from the tire valve.
If a tire pressure of 36 – 44 psi (250 – 300 kPa) is reached, continue driving right away and drive at

a speed of not more than 50 mph (80 km/h).

Check tire pressure after 10 minutes of driving

⇒ Check after 10 minutes of driving.

WARNING

The tire inflation hose and air compressor can get hot during inflation.

Protect hands and skin from hot parts.
Do not place the hot tire inflation hose or hot air compressor on flammable material.
Let the equipment cool off almost completely before stowing it.
If the tire cannot be inflated to at least 36 psi (250 kPa), the damage is too great to be re-

paired with the tire mobility set. The sealant is not able to seal the tire. Do not drive the vehi-
cle. Get professional assistance.

NOTICE

Do not let the compressor run for more than 8 minutes to help prevent overheating and dam-
age. Let the compressor cool down for a few minutes before switching it on again. Let it cool
down almost completely before stowing it in the repair kit.

Check after 10 minutes of driving

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Connect the tire inflation hose

⇒

fig. 343

(5)

again and read the tire pressure on the tire pressure

gauge

(6)

.

26 psi (180 kPa) and less:

Stop! The tire cannot be sealed sufficiently using the tire mobility set.

Get professional assistance

⇒ .

27 psi (190 kPa) and more:

Correct the tire pressure again to the proper value

⇒ Tires and wheels.

Carefully drive on to the next service center at a speed of not more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Have the damaged tire replaced.

WARNING

Driving with a tire that cannot be sealed is dangerous and can cause accidents and severe
injuries.

Do not continue driving if the tire pressure is 26 psi (180 kPa) or less.
Get professional assistance.

Changing a wheel

Introduction

In this section you’ll find information about:

Preparations for changing a wheel

Wheel bolts

Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack

Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack (R Line)

Changing a wheel

After changing a wheel

Some vehicle designs and models are not delivered with a jack and lug wrench. In such cases,
Volkswagen recommends having tires and wheels changed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Change a wheel by yourself only if the vehicle is parked in a safe location, you are familiar with safety
procedures and the technical steps, and you have proper tools available. Otherwise, get expert assis-
tance.

The vehicle jack can only be safely used to change the wheel on a vehicle that has only one flat or
damaged tire. The vehicle will not have the support it needs from 3 fully inflated tires. The vehicle can
fall off the jack. If more than one tire on the vehicle is flat or damaged, do not lift the vehicle with the
vehicle jack. Instead, get expert assistance.

More information:

Exterior views
Vehicle key set
Tires and wheels
In an emergency
Vehicle tool kit
Wheel covers

WARNING

Changing a wheel, especially on the side of the road, can be dangerous. To help reduce the
risk of serious personal injury:

Always stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Move the vehicle a safe distance off

the road where it is safe to change the wheel.

Always make sure that all passengers, especially children, are in a safe place outside the

vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic (such as behind a guard rail).

Turn on the emergency flasher and set up another warning device about 25 yards (25

meters) behind the vehicle to warn approaching traffic.

Change a wheel by yourself only if you are familiar with the necessary steps. Otherwise,

get expert assistance.

Always switch the engine off, firmly apply the parking brake, and shift the transmission

into Park (P) (automatic transmission) or any gear (manual only) to help prevent the vehicle
from moving suddenly and slipping off the jack.

Always make sure that the ground is level and firm. If necessary, place the jack or a large

and sturdy board or on a similar ground support.

Always block the wheel diagonally opposite the wheel being changed with chocks or simi-

lar things.

If you are towing a trailer, always unhitch it from your vehicle before starting to change

the wheel. Always apply the trailer brakes firmly and make sure the trailer cannot move unin-
tentionally.

Always use proper and undamaged tools when changing a tire.
Once a wheel is lifted off the ground, having the transmission in Park (P) or in gear will not

prevent sudden vehicle movement.

Always use a jack that has been approved by the manufacturer for your vehicle. Never use

other jacks, even if they have been approved for use on other Volkswagen models.

To reduce the risk of losing control, crashes, and serious personal injuries, never loosen

the screws on rims with threaded rim rings.

After changing a wheel, have the wheel bolt tightening torque checked with an accurate

torque wrench.

Preparations for changing a wheel

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Checklist

Getting ready to change a wheel. Follow these steps in the order listed here

⇒ :

1. If you have a flat tire, move as far away from traffic as possible. Park the vehicle on a flat, level

surface where no part of the hot catalytic converter and exhaust system can come into contact with
flammable materials under the vehicle, such as dry grass, brush, spilled fuel, etc.

2. Apply the electronic parking brake to help prevent the vehicle from moving

⇒ Braking and parking.

3. Shift the transmission into Park (P)

⇒ Shifting.

4. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch

⇒ Starting and stopping the engine.

5. Have all passengers exit and go to a safe place, such as behind a guard rail.

6. Block the diagonally opposite wheel with chocks or other suitable things.

7. If towing a trailer: Unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park the trailer properly.

8. If the luggage compartment is loaded: Remove the luggage.

9. Take the collapsible spare tire and the vehicle tool kit out of the luggage compartment.

10. Take off the wheel bolt caps

⇒ Wheel trim.

WARNING

Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious personal injuries.

Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common

sense.

Wheel bolts

Fig. 337 Changing a wheel: Loosening wheel bolts.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

Loosen the wheel bolts only with the lug wrench that was supplied with the vehicle.

Loosen the wheel bolts only about 1 turn before lifting the vehicle with the jack.

If a wheel bolt does not come loose, carefully push the end of the lug wrench with your foot. Make sure
you are standing firmly on the ground and hold on to the vehicle for support.

Loosening the wheel bolts

Push the lug wrench over the wheel bolt all the way

⇒

fig. 337

.

Holding the lug wrench at the end, loosen the wheel bolt by turning it counterclockwise about 1

complete turn (360°)

⇒ .

Important information regarding wheel bolts

The design of rims and wheel bolts is matched to the factory-installed wheels. If different wheels are
installed, wheel bolts with the right length and bolt head shape must be used. The attachment of the
wheels and function of the brake system depend on this.

It may not be possible to use wheel bolts from different vehicles of the same model.

Wheel bolt tightening torque

Correctly tightened bolts for steel and alloy wheel rims should have a torque of 133 ft-lbs. (180 Nm).
After changing a wheel, have the wheel bolt tightening torque checked right away with an accurate
torque wrench.

Before you check the tightening torque, replace corroded and difficult-to-turn wheel bolts and clean
the threads in the wheel hub.

Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hubs. The bolts can come loose while
driving if greased or oiled, even if tightened to the required torque.

WARNING

Improperly tightened wheel bolts can come loose while driving and cause you to lose control
over the vehicle, resulting in accidents and serious injuries.

Only use wheel bolts that belong your vehicle and to the wheel being installed.
Never use different wheel bolts.
Wheel bolts and wheel hub threads must always be clean, easy-to-turn and free of oil and

grease.

Only use the lug wrench that is supplied with the vehicle to loosen the wheel bolts.
Loosen the wheel bolts only about one turn before lifting the vehicle with the jack.
Never grease or oil the wheel bolts and the threads in the wheel hubs. The bolts can come

loose while driving if greased or oiled, even if tightened to the required torque.

Never loosen bolted connections on wheel rims with bolted rim rings.
If the wheel bolts are not tightened to the proper torque, the wheel can come off the vehi-

cle when it is moving. Extremely high torque can damage the wheel bolts and/or their
threads.

Lifting the vehicle with the vehicle jack

Fig. 338 Lift points for the jack.

Fig. 339 Jack in position at the left rear lift point.

Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS

The standard vehicle jack cannot be safely used to raise the vehicle when the side steps, extended

door sills or similar enhancements have been installed in the area of the lower side sills

⇒ .

The jack must be positioned at one of the 4 lift points marked on the vehicle body (2 on each side as

shown in

⇒

fig. 338

). You must use the lift point closest to the wheel being changed

⇒ .

The vehicle may only be lifted by a jack positioned at 1 of the 4 jack lift points.

Do not jack up the vehicle until all the wheel bolts on the wheel being changed have been loosened

Checklist

For your own safety and that of your passengers, carry out the following steps in the order listed

⇒ :

1. Find a level spot on firm ground for lifting the vehicle.

2. Switch off the engine, shift the transmission into Park (P)

⇒ Shifting. Then apply the parking brake

to help prevent the vehicle from moving

⇒ Braking and parking.

3. If towing a trailer: Unhitch the trailer from the vehicle and park the trailer properly.

4. Straighten the steering wheel so that the front wheels point straight forward.

5. Block the diagonally opposite wheel with chocks or other suitable things.

6. Loosen the wheel bolts of the wheel to be changed

⇒ Wheel bolts.

7. Find the jack lift point

⇒

fig. 338

on the vehicle frame that is closest to the wheel to be changed.

8. Crank up the jack so that it still just fits underneath the lift point.

9. Position the jack so that its base is directly underneath the lift point

⇒

fig. 339

, making sure that the

entire base of the jack rests securely on the ground.

10. Align the jack and wind up the jack claw at the same time, until the claw cradles the vertical rib

underneath the vehicle

⇒

fig. 339

A / B.

11. Continue cranking up the jack until the wheel is just a little off the ground.

WARNING

Using the wrong jack to raise a vehicle with side steps, extended door sills, additional deco-
rative trim or other enhancements in the area of the lower side sills can cause the vehicle to
fall off the jack and result in serious personal injury.

Never use the standard jack supplied with unmodified vehicles to raise the vehicle. The

side step can interfere with the jack when raising the vehicle.

Always use the scissor vehicle jack supplied with the authorized side step package when

the vehicle must be jacked up, for example, to change a tire.

WARNING

Improper use of your vehicle jack can cause the vehicle to fall off the jack leading to serious
personal injury. To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury:

Use only jacks approved by Volkswagen for the vehicle. Other jacks might slip, even those

approved for other Volkswagen models, but not for your vehicle.

Always set up the jack on firm and level ground. The vehicle may slip off the jack if the

jack is resting on soft or sloping ground. If necessary, place a sturdy board under the jack.

On a hard, slippery surface (such as a tiled floor), use an anti-skid rubber mat or some-

thing similar to prevent the jack from slipping.

Position the jack only at the described vehicle lift points. Before you raise your vehicle,

always make sure the jack claw properly grips the rib under the sill so that the jack does not

slip off when you are raising the vehicle

⇒

fig. 339

.

Never have any part of your body (such as your arm or leg) under the vehicle when it is

supported by the jack. Never let other persons have any part of their body under the vehicle,
either!

If you must work under a vehicle raised on a floor jack, always make sure that the vehicle

is safely supported on safety stands intended for that purpose that are strong enough to
support the weight of the vehicle.

Never lift the vehicle when it is tilted or inclined to one side or the engine is running.
Never lift the vehicle when more than one tire is flat or damaged.
Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by a jack. Engine vibrations may

cause the vehicle to slip off the jack.

WARNING

Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and serious injuries.

Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common

sense.