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Condition Value
expand_moreDiesel exhaust gas values
expand_moreCut-off control speed
All other modifications 48005200 rpm
Diesel conditioning gas injections 10
From 60° C engine oil temperature
expand_moreDiesel conditioning speed
All other modifications 48005200 rpm
From 60° C engine oil temperature
expand_moreMaximum K-value
All other modifications 2 1/m
expand_moreMeasuring mode
All other modifications B
Measuring sensor 1
Measuring time 0.5 s
Stoppage time 1 s
expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values
Diagnostic socket location Diagnostic socket is located behind
a covering above the ashtray in
the center console.
expand_moreExhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
All other modifications Yes
expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox
expand_moreAll other modifications
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AHW engines 600750 rpm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AKQ engines 700800 rpm
expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox
All other modifications 650750 rpm
No adjustment possible
Minimum engine oil temperature at VET 176°F
expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values
CO content at idling speed 00.5 %
expand_moreCO content at increased idling speed
All other modifications 00.3 %
expand_moreDelta lambda
All other modifications 0.03 λ
expand_moreIgnition time
All other modifications -9°00'±3°00' - before TDC + after
TDC
expand_moreIncreased idling speed
All other modifications 25002800 rpm
expand_moreLambda sensor design
All other modifications wideband sensor
Lambda value 0.971.03 λ
expand_moreMaximum HC content at idling
All other modifications 100 ppm
Number of half-waves 2
expand_morePetrol conditioning speed
All other modifications 25002800 rpm
Petrol conditioning time 120 s
expand_moreSpeed for disturbance variable
expand_moreAll other modifications
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AHW engines 500850 rpm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters AKQ engines 600900 rpm
All Volkswagen gasoline straight-4 1.4 Liters APE engines 550950 rpm
expand_moreTest speed for lambda sensor signal
All other modifications 650850 rpm
Voltage swing at test speed 0.20.8 V

To reduce environment impact and pass government inspections keep emission parameters at the level prescribed by Volkswagen.

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Volkswagen warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

Conquer your fears and never give up!

DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Volkswagen Golf Hatchback service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.

Doing basic service for your 2008 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2008 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback generations

In 2008 Volkswagen offered 3 generations of the Golf Hatchback. Emission may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.

Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Fourth generation facelift model years

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