Ignition system components, removing and installing

2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Ignition system components, removing and installing
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NOTE: The following list refers to items in Fig 1.
  1. - Ground strap 
  2. - 10 Nm 
  3. - Ignition coil -N152- 
  4. - Connector 
    • Black, 3-pin
  5. - H.T. cable 
    • Resistance 4.8 to 7.2 kΩ
    • With suppression connector and spark plug connector
  6. - Rotating latch 
  7. - H.T. cable 
    • Resistance 4.8 to 7.2 kΩ
    • With suppression connector and spark plug connector
    • Use 3277 when pulling off and pressing on
  8. - Knock sensor 1 -G61-* 
  9. - 3-pin connector 
    • Contacts gold plated
    • Blue
  10. - 20 Nm 
    • Tightening torque influences the function of the knock sensor
  11. - Spark plug, 30 Nm 
  12. - 25 Nm 
  13. - Clamp 
  14. - O-ring 
    • Replace if damaged
  15. - Distributor with Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor -G40- * 
  16. - Dust cap 
  17. - Rotor arm 
    • Marking: R1
    • 0.6 to 1.4 kΩ
  18. - Distributor cap 
    • Check for cracks and signs of tracking
    • Check contact wear
    • Clean before fitting Check carbon brush for wear and freedom of movement
  19. - Screening cap 
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Ignition System Components
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