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How to Replace the Thermostat on a Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI

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

Today, follow the steps necessary to remove and replace the thermostat on the Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI. First, open the bonnet and start by disconnecting and removing the intake hose; then disconnect the turbocharger hose and the coolant pipe, allowing the fluid to drain into a container. At this point, unscrew the fixing screws of the thermostat, remove it, and replace it with the new one; install the original part and reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure!

Updated on 13 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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