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Volkswagen CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Volkswagen REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks from 1990+
Volkswagen -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 1998 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 L4 GAS
Air Bag System Disarming & Arming
Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.
Product Compatibility
Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, ensure product is compatible with...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleeding w/Scan Tool -> Conventional Bleeding -> Except Fox -> Fox -> Front -> Less Anti-Lock Brakes -> Rear -> With Anti-Lock Brakes
Vehicle: 1993 Volkswagen Eurovan CL 2.5 L5 GAS
Less Anti-Lock Brakes
Except Fox
To bleed brake system, use bottle with a transparent hose attached so that brake fluid can be checked for air bubbles.
- Connect brake filling and bleeding tool US 1116 or equivalent per manufacturers instructions.
- On models with brake booster, ensure engine is Off, then disconnect vacuum hose/check valve from brake booster.
- On models with brake pressure regulator, push lever on brake pressure regulator in direction of rear axle.
- On all models, bleed brakes in following sequence:
- Right rear wheel cylinder/caliper, left rear w...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Volkswagen -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines -> Models w/Fitting Or Union Bolt Connection -> Models w/Fuel Hose Connection
Vehicle: 2006 Volkswagen Golf GLS 2.0 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 Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Volkswagen Jetta GLI 2.0 L4 GAS
Wheel bearing must not be burdened while 12 point nut is loose.
If wheel bearing is burdened by weight of vehicle, wheel bearing will be pre-damaged. This will diminish wheel bearing service life.
If it should be necessary to move a vehicle whose drive axle has been removed, before doing so install an outer joint in place of drive axle and tighten it to 11 ft. lbs., or else wheel bearing will be damaged.
The wheel hub/axle shaft on model "Golf GTI 132 kW" and R32 is secured with a hex bolt instead of a 12-point nut. The spline of outer joint is slightly shorter than previous...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen 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 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Relearn Procedures -> TPMS Control Module -> TPMS Sensor Invitation -> TPMS Sensor Location
Vehicle: 2007 Volkswagen Passat Value Edition 2.0 L4 GAS
TPMS Sensor Invitation
The following procedure must be performed after replacing the TPMS wheel sensor.
- Let vehicle sit for 20 minutes.
- Drive vehicle above 16 mph for approximately 7 minutes.
- TPMS sensors will automatically be relearned and the TPMS warning lamp will go off.
TPMS Sensor Location
- Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to the DLC (Data Link Connector) located under the LH side of the instrument panel.
- Lower the tire pressure by 10 psi.
- The rapid loss of air pressure will cause the sensor to...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Volkswagen Passat Komfort 2.0 L4 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
- Remove screws, open mounting clips and pull hose out of air filter housing.
- Disconnect electrical connection to free up line to air filter housing.
- Remove engine cover.
- Mark running direction of drive belt.
- Release tension on drive belt by swinging tensioner using a 16mm open end wrench.
- Lock tensioner with mandrel.
- Remove driv...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Volkswagen -> 2005-09 GLI, GTI, Jetta, 2006-09 Passat, Rabbit, 2007-09 Eos & 2009 Tiguan
Vehicle: 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0T 2.0 L4 GAS
On 2005-06 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles.
On 2007-08 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 40,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.
On 2009 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 mi...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Volkswagen -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp -> -> Digifant & Digifant II -> Digifant I -> OBD ll
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 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 Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Volkswagen Jetta III GLS 2.0 L4 GAS
- Drain cooling system.
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove radiator cover and radiator mounting shroud.
- Disconnect upper and lower radiator hoses.
- Disconnect coolant expansion tank tube from rad...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 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 Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Volkswagen cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Instrument Panel Component Locations Diagram for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton V8 4.2 V8 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Voltage Regulator Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESELComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volkswagen cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1990 Volkswagen Golf GL 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2004 Volkswagen Beetle 1.9 L4 DIESEL Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Volkswagen cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: SEALANTS, LIQUID GASKETS AND LUBRICANTS CONTAINING SILICONE - REVISED Vehicle: 1993 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4 L5 DIESEL Auto Systems: |
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Document: VIN PLATE, SAFETY LABELS, ORDERING PROCEDURES Vehicle: 1989 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volkswagen AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volkswagen 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 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 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 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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