Control Module: Service and Repair

2012 Volkswagen Golf R 4Motion (5K1) L4-2.0L Turbo (CRZA)SECTION Service and Repair





Structure-Borne Sound Actuator and Structure-Borne Sound Control Module Overview

The plenum chamber cover and bulkhead must be removed to remove and install.






1 Structure-Borne Sound Control Module (J869)

Installed location: In the plenum chamber.

Remove the plenum chamber cover and bulkhead to remove and install.

2 Bolt

8 Nm

3 Nut

8 Nm

4 Structure-Borne Sound Actuator Bracket

5 Nut

15 Nm

6 Bolt

8 Nm

7 Bolt

8 Nm

8 Structure-Borne Sound Actuator (R214)

Installed location: In the plenum chamber.

Remove the plenum chamber cover and bulkhead to remove and install.

9 Structure-Borne Sound Control Module Bracket

10 Nut

8 Nm

RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.