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1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Volkswagen REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
Volkswagen -> Diagnosis & Testing -> A/C SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> A/C SYSTEM PERFORMANCE CHECK -> AIR DISTRIBUTION DIAGNOSIS -> BLOWER MOTOR DIAGNOSIS -> Cabriolet -> CORRADO & PASSAT -> GOLF, GTI & JETTA -> High Pressure Check -> Lefthand Vent Temperature To Ambient Temperature -> Low Pressure Check -> Models w/Air Conditioning -> TEMPERATURE SELECTION DIAGNOSIS -> Test Preparations -> VACUUM SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS
A/C SYSTEM PERFORMANCE CHECK
CABRIOLET
- Connect gauge and manifold set.
- Connect tachometer and set engine speed at 2500 RPM.
- Insert thermometer fully in lefthand fresh air vent and close all other outlets.
- Set controls at maximum cooling and maximum fan speed.
- With all doors, windows and sunroof closed, park vehicle out of direct sunlight.
- Read pressures with compressor on and engine running at 2500 RPM.
- Compare readings to specifications. Low pressure gauge reading is dependent on evaporator temperature, ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> CONTROL UNIT -> HYDRAULIC MODULATOR -> Jetta -> Passat
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS
Prior to servicing the ABS system, always turn the ignition off, disconnect battery negative cable, and reduce pressure in the reservoir by pressing the brake pedal at least 25-35 times. The reduction in pressure can be felt when pedal effort increases. Serious injury may result if the system is serviced without reducing pressure.
The ABS control unit must never be exposed to temperatures greater than 185°F for more than two hours, or 203°F for even short time periods. The ABS control unit must be unplugged if an electric welder is to be used on the vehicle. ...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
Volkswagen -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines -> Models w/Fitting Or Union Bolt Connection -> Models w/Fuel Hose Connection
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS
Models w/Fuel Hose Connection
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveabilty symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strategy.
- Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable.
- On models equipped with underbody moun...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS
- With vehicle on ground, remove drive axle retaining nut from wheel assembly.
- Remove drive axle to transmission drive flange attaching bolts.
- Separate ball joint from wheel bearing ho...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS
- Obtain audio coded anti-theft code, then disconnect battery ground cable.
- Disconnect electrical leads from starter solenoid.
- Remove starter mounting bolts, then the...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
Volkswagen -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp -> -> Digifant & Digifant II -> Digifant I -> OBD ll
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS
OBD ll
If faults are recognized and verified by the engine control module, they will be indicated by switching on the MIL. Perform the functional inspection as follows: Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The MIL must light up if the MIL does not light with the ignition switch on, inspect the bulb and/or locate and eliminate short or open in wiring circuit from the engine control module to MIL using a proper wiring diagram. If no fault can be detected in the wiring the ECM may be faulty. If the MIL lights with the ignition switch on, start engine and run at idle speed the MIL must go o...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Remove front bumper.
- Disconnect coolant hoses from radiator.
- Disconnect harness connectors from coolant fan control, thermal switch an...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Fuse/Relay Panel Diagram for 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Components on diagram: |
Engine Compartment Component Locations Diagram for 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: BATTERY, DISCHARGED, DIAGNOSIS FOR EXCESSIVE STATIC CURRENT DRAW - REVISED Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Symptoms: |
Document: EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD, REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES - REVISED Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 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 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 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 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 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 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 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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