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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

DRUM BRAKES -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1990-06 Models w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS

Normal Service

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Automatic Transmissions -> Manual Transmissions
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 GAS

Manual Transmissions

  • Install support tool No. 3250 or equivalent to upper control arm.
  • With car on ground, loosen axle shaft bolts, then remove bolt securing wheel bearing housing to lower ball joint.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove bolt for shock absorber/stabilizer link rod.
  • Remove axle shaft from drive flange of transmission.
  • Compress shock absorber completely, then remove axle shaft.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque wheel lug nuts to 133 ft. lbs.

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS

  • Obtain audio coded anti-theft code, then disconnect battery ground cable, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove black plastic cap from start...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Volkswagen -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS

If the Air Bag warning lamp lights and stays on, diagnosis and ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 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 procedu...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

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

Fuse/Relay Panel Diagram for 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon  2.1 H4 GASFuse/Relay Panel Diagram for 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Load Reduction Relay
  • Intermittent Washer/Wiper Relay
  • Emergency Flasher/Turn Signal Relay
  • Rear Window Washer/Wiper Relay
  • Coolant Control Unit
  • Interior Component Locations Diagram for 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon  2.1 H4 GASInterior Component Locations Diagram for 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Fuse Panel
  • Air Circulation Blower Relay
  • Flame Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Engine Oil Pressure Switch
  • 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Windshield Wiper Intermittent Relay
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Windshield Washer Pump
  • Windshield Wiper Intermittent Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BATTERY, DISCHARGED, DIAGNOSIS FOR EXCESSIVE STATIC CURRENT DRAW - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Low, Dead Battery
  • Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES - REVISED
    Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Exhaust System
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 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 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 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 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 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 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 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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