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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 205 (COMMUNICATION (SEDAN) (A5 PLATFORM))91 COMMUNICATIONREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONAMPLIFIER -R12

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard

Amplifier -R12

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Amplifier -R12

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The amplifier is under the left front seat.

Removing

CAUTION:

Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.
Remove the key.

-- Move the left front seat into its highest position and the move it all the back.

-- Remove the lower cover -arrow- from the seat.

Fig 1: Identifying Lower Seat Trim

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-- Remove the screws -arrows- from the amplifier.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws -Arrows- From Amplifier

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-- Remove the amplifier just far enough until the connectors are accessible.

-- Disconnect the connectors from the amplifier -arrows-.

Fig 3: Identifying Electrical Connections At Amplifier

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-- Remove the amplifier.

Installing

-- Make sure the amplifier slides into the notch on the bracket correctly when installing.

Install in reverse order of removal.

Torque specifications: 6 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.