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2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard

Compass System

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Compass System
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Before troubleshooting or servicing, the technicians must be familiar with the function and operation of the compass system. Refer to the Owner's Manual.

Use "Guided Fault Finding" when servicing or performing Fault Finding with the Vehicle diagnostic tester.

After connecting the battery, check all the vehicle accessories, for example, the radio, the clock, the Comfort packages. Refer to [For transmission(s) 0A4, 02E, 09G, 02Q] [For engine(s) BRM, BGP, BPY, BGQ, CBTA, CBEA, CJAA, CBUA, CCTA, CBFA] Removal and Installation and/or the Owner's Manual.

By the use of magnetically adhered antennae on vehicle roof, there is the hazard that the compass module will malfunction due to magnetic influence and remaining magnetization of the vehicle roof. For complaints of inaccurate or faulty direction displays on the compass module, ask the customer whether a magnetically adhered antenna is being used before starting repair work.

General Information 

The compass includes the display inside the instrument cluster -arrow- and the Compass magnetic field sensor -G197- under the rear shelf.

Fig 1: Identifying Compass System - General Information
GWWM91-0322Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

The current compass direction, in which the vehicle is directed, is displayed via the compass display with up to 2 letters (N = north, NW = northwest). 8 different compass directions can be displayed.

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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.