Touareg V8-4.2L (AXQ) (2006)
Instrument Cluster / Carrier: Description and Operation
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster
CAUTION!
When disconnecting and connecting the battery, always perform the work procedure as described in the repair information --> [ Battery,
One-Battery Layout, Disconnecting and Connecting ] See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and Repair/Removal and
Replacement/Battery, One-Battery Layout, Disconnecting and Connecting. Not adhering to sequence will result in the deactivation of
Main Battery Switch -E74- and subsequent damage to electrical system components.
‹› Instrument cluster component functions can be checked On Board Diagnostic (OBD) program function "Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)"
--> [ Instrument Cluster Output Diagnostic Test Mode ] See: Testing and Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics.
‹› Additional information:
--> Owner's Manual
The following components are integrated in the instrument cluster:
‹› Instrument Cluster Control Module (J285)
‹› Data Bus On Board Diagnostic Interface (J533)
‹› Engine oil temperature display
‹› Tachometer
‹› Engine coolant temperature display
‹› Multifunction indicator (MFI)
‹› Fuel gauge
‹› Speedometer
‹› Voltmeter
‹› Indicator lamps --> [ Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamp Symbols, through 11.06 ] See: Diagrams/Instrument Cluster Indicator Lamp Symbols,
through 11.06
All warning and indicator lamps are equipped with light-emitting diodes (LEDs) which cannot be serviced or replaced separately. In the event of
malfunctions, the complete instrument cluster must be replaced --> [ Instrument Cluster ] See: Testing and Inspection/Scan Tool Testing and
Procedures/Instrument Cluster.
DTC recognition and display:
The instrument cluster is equipped with On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capabilities which assists with troubleshooting.
For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051A) in operating mode " Guided Fault Finding".