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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 216 (EGR FUNCTION TESTING - VOLKSWAGEN)EGR FUNCTION TESTING - VOLKSWAGENTEST 61979 RABBIT & SCIROCCO
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
1979 Rabbit & Scirocco
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION 1979 Rabbit & Scirocco
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- Start and warm engine to normal operating temperature. Remove vacuum hose from distributor retard diaphragm and connect to EGR valve. Engine should run rough or stall. If not, check for clogged EGR passage or faulty EGR valve.
- Install vacuum gauge between EGR temperature control valve and EGR valve. With engine idling and at normal operating temperature, vacuum gauge should read 2-4 in. Hg. If vacuum reading is not 2-4 in. Hg, replace EGR temperature control valve.
- Install vacuum gauge between vacuum amplifier and temperature control valve. Vacuum gauge should read 2-4 in. Hg. If vacuum reading is not 2-4 in. Hg, replace vacuum amplifier.
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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.