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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 29 (ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) (A3 PLATFORM))RADIO ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) ("SOUND SYSTEM" ONLY)DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) MEMORY, CHECKING (FUNCTION 02)DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) TABLE
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) table
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NOTE:
- The following table lists all malfunctions, with the corresponding 5 digit code numbers, that can be recognized by the radio and printed out by the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST).
- If malfunctions do not occur regularly, these are displayed as occurring sporadically ("SP").
- DTC codes appear only on print-out.
- DTC table may also include a description of the type of malfunction.
- Before replacing components, check the wiring and connections to these components as well as ground connections, according to wiring diagram.
- When a repair has been carried out, the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory must always be erased and checked again with the VAG 1551 Scan Tool (ST).
- If there is a specific complaint and no malfunctions are recognized after checking the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) memory, carry out function 03, "Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM)": Refer to OUTPUT DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE (DTM), (FUNCTION 03) or function 08, "Read measuring value block". Refer to READ MEASURING VALUE BLOCK (FUNCTION 08) .
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 00668
| VAG 1551 print out | Possible cause | Possible effects | Corrective actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00668 | |||
| Battery Positive Voltage (B+) Term. 30 | |||
| -Signal too low | -Battery voltage less than 9.5V due to insufficient charge in battery | -Radio inoperative or poor performance | -Charge/check battery. See BATTERY CHARGING . |
| -Signal too low | -Battery voltage less than 9.5V due to excessive use of electrical consumers | -Radio inoperative or poor performance | -Discontinue use of unnecessary electrical consumers |
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 00852 & 00853
| VAG 1551 print out | Possible cause | Possible effects | Corrective actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00852 | |||
| Loudspeaker front | |||
| -Short circuit | -Short circuit to ground at wiring to one front loudspeaker | -One front loudspeaker inoperative | Short circuit between two speaker wires is only recognized during Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) -Check for short circuit in wiring using wiring diagram |
| -Open circuit | -Open circuit in wiring to one front loudspeaker | -One front loudspeaker inoperative | |
| 00853 | |||
| Loudspeaker rear | |||
| -Short circuit | -Short circuit to ground at wiring to one rear loudspeaker | -One rear loudspeaker inoperative | Short circuit between two speaker wires is only recognized during Output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) |
| -Open circuit | -Open circuit in wiring to one rear loudspeaker | -One rear loudspeaker inoperative | Check for open circuit in wiring using wiring diagram |
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) 00855, 00856, 01044 & 65535
| VAG 1551 print out | Possible cause | Possible effects | Corrective actions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 00855 | |||
| Connection to CD Changer | |||
| -No communication | -Open circuit in wiring to CD Changer | -CD Changer inoperative | -Check for open circuit in wiring using wiring diagram |
| 00856 | |||
| Radio Antenna | |||
| -Short circuit | -Antenna not plugged-in to radio or damaged | -No radio reception | -Check antenna cable. See appropriate WIRING DIAGRAM article. |
| -Open circuit | -Antenna not plugged-in to radio or damaged | -No radio reception | -Check antenna cable. See appropriate WIRING DIAGRAM article. |
| 01044 | |||
| Control Module incorrectly coded | -Radio has yet to be coded | -DTC cannot be erased -Code radio. See CONTROL MODULE (RADIO) VERSION, CODING (FUNCTION 07) . |
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| 65535 | |||
| Control Module Malfunctioning | -Radio malfunctioning | -Replace/exchange radio |
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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.