Touareg V8-4.2L (BHX) (2004)
Seat Back: Customer Interest
Interior - Rear Seat Back Rest Creaking/Rattling Noises
72 08 02
Aug. 22, 2008
2018581
Vehicle Information
Condition
Seat Backrest Rear - Noises
Creaking/rattling noises from rear seat backrest.
Technical Background
Incorrect adjustment of lower mounting for rear seat backrest.
Production Solution
Improved size of rear backrest locks.
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From VIN No.: 7L_9D002200
Service
Adjust the lower mounting for the rear backrest
Gap between upper mounting pin and tip of lower mounting pin should be 495 mm (19.5in.) - measured from upper pin (including complete bolt head -
see illustration 1, No. 1) to tip of lower pin (see illustration 1, No. 2).
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Fold down rear backrest(s) and test drive vehicle.