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Towing Recognition Control Module -J345-

The Towing Recognition Control Module -J345- is installed behind the left side trim panel in the luggage compartment.

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

Removing: 

-- Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers and move the ignition key or start button into the 0 position (preliminary engaged position).

-- Remove the left side trim panel inside the luggage compartment, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

-- Release and disconnect the connector -2-.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Harness Connector -2-
GWWN97-11247Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
NOTE:

The number of connectors on the Towing Recognition Control Module -J345- can deviate from the illustration depending on the vehicle equipment.

-- Remove the nuts -1- and the Towing Recognition Control Module -J345- -3- from the duo bolts in the side panel.

Installing: 

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

After installing a new Towing Recognition Control Module -J345-, it must be coded, refer to Towing Recognition Control Module -J345-, CODING .