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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 89 (1.9L - TDI ENGINE MECHANICAL, FUEL INJECTION GLOW PLUG, ENGINE CODE(S): BEW (A4 PLATFORM))28 - IGNITION/GLOW PLUG SYSTEMGLOW PLUG SYSTEM, CHECKINGGLOW PLUGS, CHECKINGWORK SEQUENCE
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
Work sequence
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Work sequence
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- Disconnect glow plug connector.
- Connect diode test lamp wire using clips from auxiliary cable set to battery positive (+).
- Place diode test lamp test probe on each glow plug one after another. Diode lights up: glow plug OK; diode does not light up: Replace glow plug.
- Remove and install glow plugs with jointed wrench 3220. Tightening torque: 15 Nm
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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.