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Where to Find the OBD Port on the Volkswagen Tiguan

Model: Volkswagen Tiguan 5N, MK 1 - Years 2007-2016

If you need to connect a professional diagnostic tool to your first-generation Volkswagen Tiguan (2007-2016) to identify or resolve any ECU errors, but you don't know where the OBD port is located, carefully read the following guide. First, enter the cabin and ensure your Tiguan is completely off. Then, shift your attention to the lower left side of the dashboard and locate the OBD port you are looking for. You can easily distinguish it by its pink colour.

Updated on 8 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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