Removing and installing connection and distribution box 2SX2 in plenum chamber left — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)

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• The number of multi-pin connectors (2) may differ from the illustration depending on vehicle equipment.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When batteries are disconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly followed. If the sequence is not maintained, the battery isolator may be triggered and the electrical equipment of the vehicle may be damaged . — Disconnect battery .
2. Remove wiper arms .
3. Remove plenum chamber cover .
4. Remove securing bolts (arrows) and remove cover of connection and distribution box 2SX2. [Note: The number of multi-pin connectors (2) may differ from the illustration depending on vehicle equipment.]
5. Depending on the equipment, disconnect all multi-pin connectors (2) and pull the wiring harness together with housing seals (1) and (3) upwards out of connection and distribution box 2SX2.

6. Remove 5 securing bolts (arrows) and lift off upper part of connection and distribution box 2SX2(1).
7. Unclip lower part of connection and distribution box 2SX2 from vehicle.
8. Clip in the rubber fittings (1) and fit the lower part of connection and distribution box 2SX2 with the rubber fittings on the bolts in the vehicle. [Note: The protective sleeve of the wires must be fitted in the guides of the connection and distribution box 2SX2.The wires must not be pinched between the upper and lower parts of the connection and distribution box 2SX2when they are fitted together.]
9. Tighten securing screws for cover to 2.5 Nm. — 2.5 Nm (1.8 lb-ft)

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