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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2002GOLF GLS, 2.0 K, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 99 (2.0L - GENERIC SCAN TOOL, ENGINE CODE(S): AEG (A4 PLATFORM))ST - GENERIC SCAN TOOLDIAGNOSTIC MODESINTERROGATING THE FAULT MEMORY
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, Standard
Interrogating the Fault Memory
2002 Volkswagen Golf GLS, 2.0 K, StandardSECTION Interrogating the Fault Memory
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Procedure
- Connect the scan tool.
- Switch the ignition to the "ON" position.
- Select "Diagnostic Mode 03: Interrogating fault memory ".
- The stored DTC or DTCs will be displayed on the scan tool screen.
The following table is an example of the DTC information that may be displayed on the scan tool screen:
| Indication example | Explanation |
| P0444 | SAE Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) |
| Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Regulator Valve | Malfunctioning wiring path or malfunctioning component |
| Circuit Open | Malfunction type as next |
- Refer to the following DTC tables for the diagnostic repair procedure:
- SAE P0xxxDTCs → SAE P0xxxDTCs .
- SAE P1xxxDTCs → SAE P1xxxDTCs .
- Switch the ignition off.
End of procedure
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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.