Towing Recognition Control Module J345

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Removing:

-- Switch ignition and all electrical consumers off and disengage the key or ignition switch in position 0 (ignition off).

-- Remove left side panel trim in luggage compartment. Refer to Removal and Installation .

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

Fig 1: Identifying Towing Recognition Control Module J345 Connectors And Mounting Bolts

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

NOTE:

The number of connectors on the towing recognition control module can deviate from the illustration depending on the vehicle equipment.

-- Remove mounting bolts -1- and remove towing recognition control module with bracket out of vehicle.

-- Remove mounting bolts -arrows- and remove towing recognition control module from bracket.

Fig 2: Identifying Towing Recognition Control Module J345 Mounting Bolts

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN UNITED STATES, INC.

Installing:

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE:

After installing a new towing recognition control module, it must be coded, refer to TOWING RECOGNITION CONTROL MODULE J345, CODING .