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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, SERVICINGVALVES FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT (VEHICLES WITH ENGINE CODES BDF AND BJS), CHECKINGCHECKING WIRES TO ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM)
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
Checking wires to Engine Control Module (ECM)
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Checking wires to Engine Control Module (ECM)
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- Connect test box to control module wiring harness. Refer to Test box, connecting for wiring test
- Check wires between test box and 2-pin connector to Engine Control Module (ECM) for open circuit according to wiring diagram.
Wire resistance: max. 1.5 Ω
| Component | Connector | Test box |
| Valve 1 for camshaft adjustment -N205- | Terminal 2 | Socket 115 |
| Camshaft Adjustment Valve 1 (exhaust) -N318- | Terminal 2 | Socket 120 |
- Also check wires for short circuit to B+ and to Ground (GND).
Specified value: ∞ Ω
- Check wire between 2-pin connector terminal 1 and Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) Power Supply Relay -J271- for open circuit according to wiring diagram
Wire resistance: max. 1.5 Ω
- Erase DTC memory of Engine Control Module (ECM). Refer to Diagnostic mode 4: Reset/erase diagnostic data
- Generate readiness code. Refer to Readiness code, generating
If resistances and wires are OK:
- Replace Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) -J220-. Refer to Engine Control Module (ECM), replacing .
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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.