The person doing this video did an EXCELLENT JOB !!! I have a 2013 VW Tiguan. He is very thorough and even explains issues that may happen and how to correct them (such as the pins/snaps on the inside of the door). The part cost me $25 and I got 2 quotes to fix this issue and both quotes were around $400 !!!!.....totally amazing what some of these places want for a simple repair. It took me about an hour, I went slow, and the only issue I had was getting the old part out. Everything else was fine. Hats off to Reds Volkswagen Repair. I thank you much. I could not have done this without your video.
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I really must say this has been the the best Instruction video I’ve ever seen, bar none. After forcing the window switches out following another lazy Vloger and damaging the switches frame I order one from EBay, that took only 24hours, thanks EBay, I followed your door panel removal to the letter removed the faulty switch unit complete, then reassembled it all and everything was perfect. I don’t normally comment on You Tube but felt I had to give praise where praise was due. Thanks again
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I don't normally comment on videos, but this was so well done, I just had to give props for the video. The camera angles were great, the pace was perfect and everything was clear. I haven't started to work on it yet, however this video really will help. Thanks for doing a near perfect job on it.
This is a great video and super helpful. Very clear and thorough. Decided to do this fix myself cause dealership was trying to charge me $254 to replace the broken rear view mirror switch. Thank you for sharing!
Exactly what I was looking for - haven't started the replacement process yet but now I feel very confident in what I need to do. Keep up the Tiguan series, subbing for new content to come!👊
I appreciate it, glad I could help! Will do, I have seven videos lined up and done editing. I will be releasing a new video every Tuesday for the next seven weeks.
Excelent video! I'm watching it from San Luis, Argentina. I'm doing this repair it this weekend. I've already bought the new switches. It would be great if you can make a video of roof courtain repair. My english is a bit rusty, sorry about that.
Thank you! Nice, I’ve always wanted to go there! I would love to, but I ended up removing ours completely. It is not an easy job and would be very difficult to make a video without using a second person. Sorry about that. Don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already, thanks!
I appreciate that! That is what this video is for. If you are talking about a different door, the procedure is the same for the passenger front and nearly identical for the rears. Hope this helps! Don't forget to subscribe if you haven't already! Thanks!
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Thank you so much. I found this really helpful. Could you mind please, sharing some links where I could find the tools that you used. Thanks in advance.
You’re welcome! I don’t have any specific links, but if you have a harbor freight tool store in your area they have all the tools that I used for a very cheap price. Hope this helps. Don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already!
Hello Red thank you for sharing with us. Just a question for clarity. Did you just replace the buttons or the entire master switch? I noticed that the original buttons have a chrome tip where the replacement buttons doesn't. Thanking you in advance.
Good catch! I replaced the entire master switch assembly which comes with new buttons. I just happened to use a master switch assembly that came from a lower trim level vehicle. It all works the same, just less flashy. Don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already, thanks!
Hi, I liked the video it's clearly explained. Now I have a question for you. After I was trying to replace the AC Heater Blower Motor on my 2010 Tiguan, I had all the lights on the dashboard on and the battery died, like I had a short somewhere. The next day after recharging the battery I was heading to the mechanic and few seconds after taking off all the lights turned off and everything was ok except the front doors windows. They both won't go down. When I press the button I can hear a click in the door but the window won't go down. I checked all the fuses no one is blown. Can you please help me to fix this problem. Thanks.
Sounds like all the lights came on just because the battery died, that is normal. Like you said they all went out after driving for a minute after charging or replacing the battery. Has the car sat for a long time and the windows have not been used? If that’s the case, they may just be stuck in the seals and need help breaking loose out of them for the first time. If you hear a click in the door, that tells me that the buttons are working and the window motor is receiving an activation signal. Also, If the battery is discharged or is disconnected, all of the windows loose their one touch basic setting. You can perform the basic setting by rolling all the windows up and pulling one switch at a time up for about three seconds. The clock will need to be set as well. Hope this helps! Don’t forget to subscribe!
Yes, basically identical. Only major difference is the interior trim panel on the grab handle to close the door is slightly larger. Hope this helps. Don't forget to subscribe!
Can I ask what switches have you put to your Tiguan, genuine Volkswagen part or aftermarket replacement from internet? I found much cheaper replacement on Amazon, do you think it's worth it?
Not without breaking either the switches or door panel. That’s why I made this video, this is the correct way to do it without being a bull in a China shop.
I was wondering the same thing here because the video cut out at a pretty crucial point of what exactly needs to come out in order to pull the actual switch out from the door assembly. I can tell this is the cleanest way. But if you had the necessary, prying tools, could you possibly do this in a clean way without having to remove the door panel?
@@RedsVolkswagenRepair I succeeded. but a point of attention is the red signal light switch plug which sticks and can break. so you have to be very careful to loosen it first.
Wow, I am a technical numpty but I just followed the instructions step-by-step and the job was perfect. Thanks so much.
@@2bluebikes Nice, glad I could help!
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The person doing this video did an EXCELLENT JOB !!! I have a 2013 VW Tiguan. He is very thorough and even explains issues that may happen and how to correct them (such as the pins/snaps on the inside of the door). The part cost me $25 and I got 2 quotes to fix this issue and both quotes were around $400 !!!!.....totally amazing what some of these places want for a simple repair. It took me about an hour, I went slow, and the only issue I had was getting the old part out. Everything else was fine. Hats off to Reds Volkswagen Repair. I thank you much. I could not have done this without your video.
That was me!
Thanks for the kind words, this is probably the best complimentary comment I have received on my channel. Glad I could help!
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More videos in the works.
I really must say this has been the the best Instruction video I’ve ever seen, bar none. After forcing the window switches out following another lazy Vloger and damaging the switches frame I order one from EBay, that took only 24hours, thanks EBay, I followed your door panel removal to the letter removed the faulty switch unit complete, then reassembled it all and everything was perfect. I don’t normally comment on You Tube but felt I had to give praise where praise was due. Thanks again
@@fireflyuk700 Thanks a ton, glad I could help! I do my best to put some quality out there, it’s always nice when recognized.
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@@RedsVolkswagenRepair Already done, and I’ll be keeping an eye out if I need anymore work doing on my Tiguan 😝👍
@@fireflyuk700 I will be releasing a new video every Wednesday starting next week, finally got around to editing a bunch of them. ✌
You did a great job on the step by step description and assembly/disassembly. Thank you for providing the reverse process.
Thanks so much!
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I don't normally comment on videos, but this was so well done, I just had to give props for the video. The camera angles were great, the pace was perfect and everything was clear. I haven't started to work on it yet, however this video really will help. Thanks for doing a near perfect job on it.
Thanks so much, I try my best!
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Thanks!
Awesome guide, covered every stumbling block I faced. First time I have removed a door panel and it was 10times easier with this video.
Glad I could help!
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This was so incredibly helpful. Finished the job in just under an hour. Thanks!!!!
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That’s a really fast completion time if it was your first time, good job!
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@@RedsVolkswagenRepair I’m pretty handy and a firm believer in the right tools but honestly your directions were so detailed it was a breeze
Your video was by far the most detailed and helpfull on RUclips!
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This is a great video and super helpful. Very clear and thorough. Decided to do this fix myself cause dealership was trying to charge me $254 to replace the broken rear view mirror switch. Thank you for sharing!
Glad I could help!
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Thanks!
Thanks for the video. Saw your video this week and finally replaced the switches in my wife's tiguan because you showed it so clearly.
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Thank you so much. Followed step by step and all done! Saved a bunch $$
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Great video! I just replace the window controller on my 2013 Tiguan. Very detailed. Thanks!
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Exactly what I was looking for - haven't started the replacement process yet but now I feel very confident in what I need to do. Keep up the Tiguan series, subbing for new content to come!👊
I appreciate it, glad I could help!
Will do, I have seven videos lined up and done editing. I will be releasing a new video every Tuesday for the next seven weeks.
Very detailed and informative. Described every step . Great video.
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Thank you so freaking much!!! This saved me so much time and guess work. I didn’t realize how bad my buttons were until I replaced them. 🤘😎👍
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Brilliant instructions 👏
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Excelent video!
I'm watching it from San Luis, Argentina.
I'm doing this repair it this weekend. I've already bought the new switches.
It would be great if you can make a video of roof courtain repair.
My english is a bit rusty, sorry about that.
Thank you!
Nice, I’ve always wanted to go there!
I would love to, but I ended up removing ours completely. It is not an easy job and would be very difficult to make a video without using a second person. Sorry about that.
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Hey dude, your explanations are great - think you can show how to do the window switch by the door handle ? Thanks from South Africa 🇿🇦
I appreciate that!
That is what this video is for. If you are talking about a different door, the procedure is the same for the passenger front and nearly identical for the rears. Hope this helps!
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Thanks!
Thanks for such a detailed video
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great stuff mate hope to see more in the mk1! i have a 14 tiguan tsi
I appreciate that! More videos are coming every week for the next few weeks. Had an issue uploading last night.
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thanks for the video man!
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Thank you so much. I found this really helpful. Could you mind please, sharing some links where I could find the tools that you used. Thanks in advance.
You’re welcome!
I don’t have any specific links, but if you have a harbor freight tool store in your area they have all the tools that I used for a very cheap price. Hope this helps. Don’t forget to subscribe if you haven’t already!
Hello Red thank you for sharing with us. Just a question for clarity. Did you just replace the buttons or the entire master switch? I noticed that the original buttons have a chrome tip where the replacement buttons doesn't. Thanking you in advance.
Good catch!
I replaced the entire master switch assembly which comes with new buttons. I just happened to use a master switch assembly that came from a lower trim level vehicle. It all works the same, just less flashy.
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Hi, I liked the video it's clearly explained. Now I have a question for you. After I was trying to replace the AC Heater Blower Motor on my 2010 Tiguan, I had all the lights on the dashboard on and the battery died, like I had a short somewhere. The next day after recharging the battery I was heading to the mechanic and few seconds after taking off all the lights turned off and everything was ok except the front doors windows. They both won't go down. When I press the button I can hear a click in the door but the window won't go down. I checked all the fuses no one is blown. Can you please help me to fix this problem. Thanks.
Sounds like all the lights came on just because the battery died, that is normal. Like you said they all went out after driving for a minute after charging or replacing the battery.
Has the car sat for a long time and the windows have not been used? If that’s the case, they may just be stuck in the seals and need help breaking loose out of them for the first time. If you hear a click in the door, that tells me that the buttons are working and the window motor is receiving an activation signal.
Also, If the battery is discharged or is disconnected, all of the windows loose their one touch basic setting. You can perform the basic setting by rolling all the windows up and pulling one switch at a time up for about three seconds. The clock will need to be set as well.
Hope this helps! Don’t forget to subscribe!
I've got a mk6 gti with the same problem, would the process be similar?
Yes, basically identical. Only major difference is the interior trim panel on the grab handle to close the door is slightly larger.
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Hello,
Thanks for the video. Where you based? My car got the same problem.
U.S.A.
Glad I could help. Sounds like you are about to tackle this job after watching this video 😉
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Can I ask what switches have you put to your Tiguan, genuine Volkswagen part or aftermarket replacement from internet? I found much cheaper replacement on Amazon, do you think it's worth it?
I used genuine Volkswagen. After market stuff is hit or miss. Most of the time they’re a miss though. Just made very poorly.
Excellent
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Can you pop out the switch panel with out removing the whole door panel?
Not without breaking either the switches or door panel. That’s why I made this video, this is the correct way to do it without being a bull in a China shop.
@@denizcanbay6312 You got lucky.
I was wondering the same thing here because the video cut out at a pretty crucial point of what exactly needs to come out in order to pull the actual switch out from the door assembly. I can tell this is the cleanest way. But if you had the necessary, prying tools, could you possibly do this in a clean way without having to remove the door panel?
Can I do it without remove the door panel?😂
Good question, not without damaging the clips or door panel itself. But it is possible.
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Will you for sure destroy the clips or is it a strong possibility of you destroying the clips?
Will this throw an error code??
No, this will not throw an error code.
Is this not possible from the outside ?
Not without damaging things. Is it possible, yes.
@@RedsVolkswagenRepair I succeeded. but a point of attention is the red signal light switch plug which sticks and can break. so you have to be very careful to loosen it first.
@@erenoglu Nice! Yup, always taking a chance. I showed the by the book way to do it.