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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 79 (1.8L - IGNITION/GLOW PLUG SYSTEM - AWW, AWP (A4 PLATFORM))IGNITION/GLOW PLUG SYSTEMIGNITION SYSTEM, SERVICINGGENERAL NOTES ON IGNITION SYSTEM
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
General notes on ignition system
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION General notes on ignition system
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NOTE:
- Only the components which specifically relate to the ignition system are dealt with here. For the other components of the injection and ignition system, see COMPONENT LOCATIONS, OVERVIEW .
- The engine control module is equipped with On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
- Components marked with an asterisk (*) are checked via the On Board Diagnostic (OBD), see DTC MEMORY, CHECKING AND ERASING (FUNCTIONS 02 AND 05)
- For trouble -free operation of the electrical components a voltage of at least 11.5 V is necessary.
- During some checks it is possible that the control module will recognize and store a code. Therefore after completing all checks and repairs the DTC memory must be checked and if necessary erased, see DTC MEMORY, CHECKING AND ERASING (FUNCTIONS 02 AND 05)
Safety precautions, see SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Test data, spark plugs, see TEST DATA, SPARK PLUGS
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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.