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Towing Module: Service and Repair






Towing Recognition Control Module (J345)

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1783)

The towing recognition control module is installed behind the left side trim in the luggage compartment.

Removal

- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

- Remove the left side trim panel inside the luggage compartment..

- Disengage connectors - 2 - and disconnect them from Towing Recognition Control Module.






The number of harness connectors on the Towing Recognition Control Module can deviate from the illustration depending on vehicle equipment.

- Remove the screws - 1 - and remove towing recognition control module with bracket out of the vehicle.

- Remove the screws - arrows - and remove towing recognition control module from the bracket.






Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

After installing a new towing recognition control module, it must be coded. Refer to => [ Towing Recognition Control Module (J345), Coding ] Towing Recognition Control Module (J345), Coding.