VW Touareg Window Controls Dead After Mechanic Visit

The window troubleshooting after a battery change is common on VW models. Had this exact situation on my 2011 VW Tiguan last winter. The window reset procedure typically resolves the window motor issues, but in some cases it requires professional diagnostic equipment. Try this basic reset first: 1. Turn ignition to ON position 2. Press and hold window switch down until fully open 3. Release switch 4. Pull and hold switch up until window fully closes 5. Keep holding switch up for 3 seconds 6. Repeat for each window If the reset fails, the problem could be: Window motor communication error, Failed door control module, Damaged window regulator, Faulty wiring in door panel Most independent shops with VW experience can handle window control repairs. They will need a VAG-COM scanner to properly diagnose and reset the system. The dealer visit is usually unnecessary unless there are warranty considerations. My window issues required removing the door panel to check connections and reprogram the control module. Not a major repair, but needs proper diagnostic equipment and expertise with VW electrical systems.

Thanks for sharing the reset procedure. Had similar problems with my Touareg last month. The power window stopped working completely on the driver side, and the reset steps did not fix it. Had to get the window motor replaced since it was burnt out. Would you mind sharing what you ended up paying for your repair? Mine came to 380€ including labor and parts. Also curious if youve had any window controls acting up since the fix? The shop mentioned the door panel wiring might need attention in the future, but so far everything is working fine.

Good to hear about your window motor replacement. After my visit to the mechanic for the Tiguan, they resolved the window regulator initialization error completely. The total came to 290€ for the repair, which was less than your costs, likely because mine only needed electrical work rather than a full window motor replacement. No window control issues since the fix six months ago. The power window system has been working flawlessly after they sorted out the communication error between the door module and the car computer. They did a thorough check of the door panel wiring during the repair, which probably helped prevent future problems. Your shop makes a valid point about monitoring the wiring. The door panel wiring can deteriorate over time, especially with frequent window use. But if everything is working smoothly now, just keep an eye on it during regular maintenance rather than replacing parts preemptively.

Thanks for the input. Just wanted to close this thread with my repair experience. Took the car to my local mechanic who specializes in European vehicles. The window regulator issue turned out worse than expected. The window motor was completely fried and some wiring in the door panel needed replacing. Total repair came to 380€ which included: New window motor, Wiring repair, Labor for door panel removal, System reset and testing The car window has been working perfectly for the past 3 weeks. The mechanic did a thorough job testing all power windows after the repair. Really glad I went with a specialized shop rather than the dealer, saved at least 200€ based on the dealer quote. For anyone facing similar issues, worth noting that my window reset attempts failed because the motor was already damaged. Sometimes its better to skip the DIY steps and get it properly diagnosed to avoid causing more damage to the window controls.