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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 91 (2.8L & 3.2L - GENERIC SCAN TOOL, ENGINE CODE(S): AFP, BDF, BJS [A4 PLATFORM] (28 IGNITION/GLOW PLUG SYSTEM - ST GENERIC SCAN TOOL))28 IGNITION/GLOW PLUG SYSTEMIGNITION, 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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This section deals specifically with ignition-related components. The other components of the injection and ignition system. Refer to General Notes on Fuel Injection .

NOTE:

For the electric components to work properly, a voltage of at least 11.5 V is required.
The battery must only be disconnected and connected with the ignition switched off, since the Engine Control Module (ECM) can otherwise be damaged.
Engine Control Module (ECM) is equipped with On Board Diagnostic (OBD).
Components marked with * are tested via On Board Diagnostic (OBD). Refer to Diagnostic mode 3: Check DTC Memory

It is possible that the control module will recognize a malfunction and store a DTC during some tests. Therefore the following work steps must be performed in the mentioned sequence after ending all tests and repairs.

Check DTC memory. Refer to Diagnostic mode 3: Check DTC Memory
Erase DTC memory. Refer to Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data
For completion, generate readiness code. Refer to Readiness code, generating

Parts of ignition, removing and installing:

Vehicles with engine code AFP. Refer to Parts of the ignition (vehicles with engine code AFP), removing and installing ,
Vehicles with engine codes BDF and BJS. Refer to Parts of ignition (vehicles with engine codes BDF and BJS), removing and installing .

Safety precautions. Refer to Safety precautions .

Test data, spark plugs. Refer to 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.