Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 94 (2.8L - ENGINE MECHANICAL, ENGINE CODE: BDF)20 - FUEL SUPPLYELECTRONIC POWER CONTROL (EPC)ELECTRONIC POWER CONTROL (EPC), SERVICING
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
Electronic Power Control (EPC), servicing
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Electronic Power Control (EPC), servicing
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 7 other vehicles, including the 2005 Volkswagen GTI, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, 2004 Volkswagen GTI, 2003 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2003 Volkswagen GTI. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
1 - Mounting bracket
2 - Connector
- Black, 6-pin
- Gold plated contacts
3 - 10 Nm
4 - Throttle Position (TP) sensor G79
- Not adjustable
- TP sensor passes drivers requirements on to engine control module
- Remove footwell cover to remove sensor
- Checking → Throttle Position (TP) sensor G79 / Sender -2- for accelerator pedal position G185 , checking
- If replaced adapt control module for automatic transmission: → 01 ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) for 4 SPD. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 01M ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) or 01 ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) 5 SPD. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 09A ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD)
5 - Bracket
- For footwell cover
- Clipped onto accelerator pedal
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.