Outside Air Temperature Sensor -G17-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Installing

2022 Volkswagen Tiguan S, FWDSECTION Installing

-- Connect the connector -2-.

-- Engage the clip -arrow-.

NOTE:

Ensure that the connector is seated correctly (water entry).

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Removing

-- Grasp through the air intake pipe in the bumper.

-- Clip the Outside Air Temperature Sensor -G17- -1- with the bracket -arrow-.

-- Disconnect the connector -3-.

-- Disconnect the Outside Air Temperature Sensor -G17- -1- from the bracket -2-.

Installing

NOTE:

Ensure that the connector is seated correctly (water entry).

-- Install in reverse order of removal.

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