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Volkswagen R32 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Volkswagen REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS
Perform work on driveshaft on a two-column lift if possible. Before removing, mark positions of all parts in relation to each other. Reinstall in same position otherwise imbalance will be excessive, bearings could be damaged causing rumbling noises. Do not allow driveshaft to hang down when removing, always support. Always remove or install driveshaft horizontally on drive flange. Do not kink driveshaft, only store and move when fully extended.
- Remove noise insulation.
- Remove entire exhaust system.
- Support driveshaft with an engine/transmission jack and a wooden block to help.
- R...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS
The relearn procedure must be performed if a new TPMS sensor is installed.
- Let vehicle sit for 2...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Loosen spring-type clamps and disconnect electrical connection at mass airflow (MAF) sensor.
- Disengage retaining lug and remove air filter cover.
- Release retaining tabs and remove air duct from bracket.
- Remove bolt, pull air filter housing upward from rubber mounting, and remove it from vehicle.
- Remove Ground (GND) wire from transmission and move it aside.
- Remove mounting bolts for air filter bracket, then remove bracket from vehicle.
- Remove noise insulation.
- R...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Volkswagen -> Service Reminder Indicator Lamp -> 2008-09 R32
Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS
- Connect VW tester or equivalent.
- Select:
- Manufacturer.
- Model.
- Model Year.
- Engine Code.
- Confirm Vehicle Identification.
- Instrument Cluster.
- Reset Service Reminder Indicator.
- Follow the instructions indicated on the tester display.
- After completing the displa...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 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 procedure ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove sound insulation.
- Mark direction of rotation of drive belt with chalk or felt pen if belt is to be reused.
- Rotate driv...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Volkswagen R32 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: REAR SUSPENSION, NOISY Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS Symptoms: |
Document: SEAT BACKREST, CREAKING NOISES / LUMBAR SUPPORT ADJUSTMENT INOPERATIVE Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volkswagen R32 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volkswagen R32 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 Volkswagen R32 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 Volkswagen R32 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 Volkswagen R32 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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