Consumer Review Video - 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2L V8

Common problems and easy repairs on a 2006 Touareg

The 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is a very difficult car to maintain. The headlight housing needs to be unlocked in an unusual way, which doesn’t allow for reliable bulb changes. Reaching the battery is an incredibly lengthy procedure, as the driver’s seat and multiple panels will need to be removed for access. The cabin air filter is located in the footwell of the vehicle and will require multiple tools in order to be removed, which can be a problem whenever the filter needs to be changed.

However, the 2006 Volkswagen Touareg does have its upsides. The power steering fluid is easy to monitor with a dipstick that’s easy to read. The engine coolant reservoir is also easy to find with a level marker that can be read without a problem. The front wiper blades can be removed without any tools, which makes it very reliable to change them when need be.

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Hans Angermeier has produced over 100,000 videos showing drivers how to fix things on their cars. He has broad expertise on basic repair procedures covering the majority of cars on the road.

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