2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible emission

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Condition	Value

expand_moreDiesel exhaust gas values


Cut-off control speed	4600–5000 rpm4600–5000 rpm4600–5000 rpm
Diesel conditioning speed	4600–5000 rpm4600–5000 rpm4600–5000 rpm
From 60° C engine oil temperature
Measuring mode	B
Measuring sensor	1
Measuring time	0.5 s0.5 s0.5 s
Stoppage time	1 s1 s1 s

expand_moreGeneral exhaust gas values


Diagnostic socket location	The diagnostic socket is at the lower edge of the dashboard on the driver's side.

expand_moreIdling speed with automatic gearbox


All other modifications	730–830 rpm730–830 rpm730–830 rpm

expand_moreIdling speed with manual gearbox


All other modifications	730–830 rpm730–830 rpm730–830 rpm


Minimum engine oil temperature at VET	176°F176°F80°C

expand_morePetrol exhaust gas values


CO content at idling speed	0–0.5 %0–0.5 %0–0.5 %

expand_moreCO content at increased idling speed


All other modifications	0–0.3 %0–0.3 %0–0.3 %


Delta lambda	0.03 λ0.03 λ0.03 λ

expand_moreIncreased idling speed


All other modifications	2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm


Lambda sensor design	wideband sensor
Lambda value	0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ0.97–1.03 λ

expand_moreMaximum HC content at idling


All other modifications	70 ppm70 ppm70 ppm

expand_morePetrol conditioning speed


All other modifications	2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm2500–3000 rpm


Petrol conditioning time	120 s120 s120 s

expand_moreTest speed for lambda sensor signal


All other modifications	720–800 rpm720–800 rpm720–800 rpm

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 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible 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 New Beetle Convertible 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 2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.

2002 Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible First generation Emission

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