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2002 Volkswagen Jetta CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Volkswagen REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Computer Relearn Procedures -> Volkswagen
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

Whenever the ECM is replaced, the new ECM will need to be "Coded." Use the following procedure to "Code" the ECM.

  • Connect VAG 1551/1552, or equivalent scan tool to diagnostic connector.
  • Select "Engine Electronics" address word "01", then press "Q" button to confirm input.
  • Press "right arrow" button, "Rapid Data Transfer" and "Select function XX" should appear on the display.
  • Press "1" button two times, "Log-in Procedure" and "Input Code Number" should appear on the display.
  • Press "0, 1, 2, 8 and 3" to input log-in code, then press "Q" button to confirm input.
  • "Ra... "

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Drum Brakes -> Brake Service -> Shoes, Replace -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.8 V6 GAS

Shoes, Replace

Failure to follow outlined procedures may lead to a reduction in parking brake efficiency.

  • Remove one wheel bolt, then push self adjusting wedge upwards with a suitable screwdriver through wheel bolt hole to back off brake shoes, Fig. .
  • Install wheel bolt and tighten to specifications, then remove grease cap with puller tool No. VW 637/2, or equivalent.
  • Remove cotter pin and axle nut, then pull off brake drum.
  • Remove spring retainer by pressing it against spring and turning 1/4 turn.
  • Disconnect brake shoes from anchor pins, then remove return spring.
  • Disconnect parking br...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1990-06 Models w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.8 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Se...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Remove drive axle retaining nut while vehicle is still on ground.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel.
  • Mark position of bolts attaching ball joints to control arms, then remove bolts and separate ball joint from control arm. Discard bolts.
  • Remove drive axle to transaxle drive flange attaching bolts.
  • Mount a suitable puller tool onto hub assembly and press axle shaft out of hub. Do not flex CV or tripod joints more than 25° from their original angles.
  • On models equipped with automatic transaxle,remove pendulum support mounting bolts, Fig. .
  • Push engine and tran...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect wiring connectors from alternator.
  • Remove serpentine drive belt, using a suitable removal tool.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts, then the alternator.
  • Remove serpen...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volkswagen -> 1993-2004 Golf, GTI & Jetta
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

On 1993-96 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles.

On 1997-2003 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 10,000 miles.

On 2004 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the righthand plenum cover fasteners, then the cover.
  • Remove the air deflector, if equipped.
  • Press the cabin air filter housing clips downward, then remove the cabin air ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.8 V6 GAS

The anti-lock warning lamp is used to warn of an ABS fault. The lamp input monitors the condition of the system. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diag...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at thermostat housing and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

  • Put lock carrier into service position.
  • Mark direction of engine rotation on belt.
  • Slacken belt by tur...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Power Sunroof Control Module Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GASPower Sunroof Control Module Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Power Sunroof Control Module
  • J245
  • ABS Hydraulic Pump Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GASABS Hydraulic Pump Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • ABS Hydraulic Pump
  • V64
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Load Reduction Relay
  • Right Washer Nozzle Heater
  • Left Washer Nozzle Heater
  • 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Module
  • Battery
  • Brake Light Switch
  • Engine Control Module
  • Antilock Brake System Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Radio, Entering and Retrieving Anti-Theft (SAFE) Code
    Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: Oil Consumption Measurement
    Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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