2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (5N) — Repair Solution

2.0L CBAA 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Check Engine Light / MIL - On · Engine

Volkswagen Tiguan (5N) Check Engine Light / MIL - On Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Volkswagen
Model: Tiguan (5N)
Year: 2008
Engine: 2.0L CBAA 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 99,110
Area: Engine
Category: Check Engine Light / MIL - On

Customer Complaint

The check engine light is coming on.

Problem Summary

The car has no driveability complaints, only the CEL is coming on.

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeVW5N08116
Vehicle2008 Volkswagen Tiguan (5N)
Engine2.0L CBAA 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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