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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GL, 2D HATCHBACK, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)QUICK LOOKUPSCOMMON SPECS & PROCEDURES (A4 PLATFORM)SPECIFICATIONS INDEX2.8L (ENGINE CODE: AFP)
2002 Volkswagen Golf GL, 2D Hatchback, 2.0 K, Standard
2.8L (Engine Code: AFP)
2002 Volkswagen Golf GL, 2D Hatchback, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION 2.8L (Engine Code: AFP)
A4 PLATFORM - SPECIFICATIONS INDEX - 2.8L (ENGINE CODE: AFP)
| System | Specification/Procedure | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | ||
| Service | A/C REFRIGERANT SYSTEM - SERVICING A/C REFRIGERANT SYSTEM - CAPACITIES |
|
| Torque | A/C COMPRESSOR AND BRACKET | |
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | ||
| Front | DRIVE SHAFTS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING | |
| Rear | REAR DRIVE SHAFT, SERVICING | |
| Battery | BATTERY, CHECKING | |
| Brakes | ||
| Bleeding Sequence | BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING | |
| Disc Brakes | TECHNICAL DATA, BRAKES | |
| Torque | BRAKES - MECHANICAL COMPONENTS BRAKES - HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS |
|
| Charging | ||
| Generator | NA | |
| Torque | GENERATOR (GEN), TIGHTENING TORQUES | |
| Drive Belts | ||
| Adjustment | RIBBED BELT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING | |
| Belt Routing | RIBBED BELT, ROUTING | |
| Engine Cooling | ||
| General Service Specifications | NA | |
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 1.4-1.6 Bar | |
| Thermostat R & I | THERMOSTAT HOUSING, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING | |
| Water Pump R & I | COOLANT PUMP, REMOVING AND INSTALLING | |
| Engine Mechanical | ||
| Compression | COMPRESSION PRESSURE, CHECKING | |
| Oil Pressure | 2000 RPM: at least 2.0 Bar Above 2000 RPM: Maximum 7.0 Bar |
|
| Overhaul | ENGINE, DISASSEMBLING AND ASSEMBLING | |
| Torque | See Appropriate Procedure | |
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. | |
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | 60 Nm + 90° | |
| Fuel System | ||
| Pressure Specification | 2.5 Bar | |
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PUMP, CHECKING | |
| Ignition | ||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | |
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | NA | |
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | NA | |
| Spark Plug | TECHNICAL DATA, SPARK PLUGS | |
| Starting | ||
| Starter | GENERAL INFORMATION | |
| Torque | STARTER, TIGHTENING TORQUES | |
| Wheel Alignment | ||
| Adjustment Specifications | WHEEL ALIGNMENT, SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | WHEEL ALIGNMENT, SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Wheel & Tire | ||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 120 Nm | |
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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.