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Volkswagen 2002 Maintenance Schedules · 2002–2002


Applies to: MY 2002: Volkswagen New Beetle, Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Jetta Wagon, Volkswagen Cabrio, Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Passat Wagon, Volkswagen  Eurovan


Abstract: Factory recommended maintenance intervals for applicable MY 2002 Volkswagen vehicles.

Volkswagen - MY 2002 Maintenance Schedule

Miles (x1000)

5

10

15

20

25

30

35

40

45

50

55

60

65

70

75

80

85

90

95

100

105

Kilometers (x1000)

8

16

24

32

40

48

56

64

72

80

88

96

104

112

120

128

136

144

152

160

168

TDI Engine Only

Engine Oil - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Engine Filter - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Water Separator - Drain

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Fuel Filter - Replace

x

x

x

x

x

V-Belt / Ribbed Belt - Check

x

x

Timing Belt - Check Condition

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Timing Belt Idler - Replace

x

Timing Belt - Replace

x

1.8T and 2.0L Engines Only

Engine Oil - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Engine Filter - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Spark Plugs - Replace

x

x

V - Belt / Ribber Belt - Check

x

x

V-Belt - Replace

x

Timing Belt - Check Condition

x

x

Timing Belt - Replace

x

Timing Belt Tensioner - Replace

x

VR6 and 4.0L W8 Engines Only

Engine Oil - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Engine Filter - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

V-Belt / Ribbed Belt - check

x

x

Spark Plugs - Replace

x

x

2.8L V6 Engine Only

Engine Oil - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Engine Filter - Change

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Timing Belt - Check Condition

x

x

Timing Belt - Replace

x

Timing Belt Tensioner - Replace

x

V-Belt / Ribbed Belt - check

x

x

Spark Plugs - Replace

x

x

All Engines

Windshield Washer Fluid - Check Levels

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Auto-Shift Lock - Check

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Brake System -Check Damage/ Leaks,
 Pad Thickness, and Fluid Level

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Wheels - Rotate Front to Rear

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Air Bag System - Check Function / Damage *

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Battery - Check Electrolyte Level

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Engine - Check for Leaks

x

x

x

x

x

Dust Pollen Filter - Replace

x

x

x

x

x

Cooling System - Check Level

x

x

x

x

x

Manual Transmission - Check for
 Leaks, add if necessary

x

x

x

x

x

Automatic Transmission - Check for Leaks

x

x

x

x

x

Tires / Spare - Check Condition

x

x

x

x

x

Drive Shafts - Check Boots

x

x

x

x

x

OBD - Check DTC Memory

x

x

x

x

x

Door Hinge - Lubricate

x

x

x

x

x

Headlights - Check and Adjust if Necessary

x

x

x

x

x

Exhaust system - Check for damage and leaks

x

x

x

x

x

Sunroof Frame - Clean and Lubricate

x

x

x

x

x

Air Cleaner - Replace Filter

x

x

Road Test

x

x

x

x

x

Power Steering - Check Fluid Level

x

x

Brake Fluid ***

x

x

ATF and Differential Levels - Check,
 Add if necessary ***

x

x

Front Axle - Check Dust Seals,
Ball Joints, and Tie Rods

x

x

* Airbag System - Check every 12 months regardless of mileage.
** Brake Fluid - Change every 2 years regardless of mileage
*** Change ATF Euro Van only

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