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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 -> Automatic Temperature Control System Diagnosis & Testing -> Precautions -> Air Bag System Disarming & Arming -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 2004 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL
Air Bag System Disarming & Arming
Refer to and for air bag system disarming and arming procedures.
Audio Coded Anti-Theft System
Some models are equipped with an audio coded anti-theft system that will disable the system when battery power is interrupted. Unless the system is reset the radio will not operate.
- Turn radio On. "SAFE" should be displayed.
- Depress and hold AM/FM and SCAN buttons until "1000" remains on display. If AM/FM and SCAN buttons are depressed too long or depressed again, radio will misinterpret the "1000" as an attempt a...
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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+.
DRUM BRAKES -> Type 1 -> BRAKE SERVICE -> SHOES, REPLACE -> WHEEL CYLINDER OVERHAUL
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI 8-VALVE 1.8 L4 GAS
Refer to Fig. for Exploded view of brake assembly.
SHOES, REPLACE
Failure to follow described procedures may lead to a reduction in parking brake efficiency.
- On Fox models, remove heat deflector plate, then disconnect parking brake cable from compensator bar.
- On all models, remove one wheel bolt, then push adjusting wedge upwards with a suitable screwdriver through wheel bolt hole to back off brake shoes.
- Reinstall wheel bolt and tighten to specifications, then remove grease cap with VW 637/2 or equivalent.
- Remove cotter pin and axle nut, then pull off brake drum.
- Remove spring r...
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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 -> Component Locations -> 1985-06 Beetle, Cabrio, Corrado, EuroVan, Fox, Golf, GTI, Jetta, Passat (Less 2.8L V6), 1982-88 Quantum, 1980-91 Vanagon & 1989-92 Cabriolet w/Gasoline Engines
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS
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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: 1991 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 L4 GAS
- With vehicle on ground, remove drive axle retaining nut from wheel assembly.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove drive axle to transmission drive flange attaching bolts.
- Separate ball joint from whe...
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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+.
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnosis Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta S 2.5 L5 GAS
Accessing Diagnosis Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to DLC (Data Link Connector) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
A system fault stored in TPMS control module memory is indicated by a constantly illuminated yellow TPMS indicator lamp on the instrument cluster. The TPMS indicator lamp cannot be...
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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+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Volkswagen Golf III Sport 2.0 L4 GAS
- Remove battery cover, battery and battery base plate.
- Disconnect engine harness connector and pull harness out of bracket.
- Unclip engine harness connector from starter solenoid.
- Remove retaining nut, then disconnect battery terminal connector from starter solenoid.
- Remove starter motor upper attaching bolt.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove engine center insulator cover attach...
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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 -> 1993-2004 Golf, GTI & Jetta
Vehicle: 1993 Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 L4 GAS
On 1993-96 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles.
On 1997-2003 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 10,000 miles.
On 2004 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 20,000 miles.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the righthand plenum cover fasteners, then the cover.
- Remove the air deflector, if equipped.
- Press the cabin air filter housing clips downward, then remove the cabin air ...
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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: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 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: 2007 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 3.6 V6 GAS
- Drain coolant into suitable container.
- Remove insulation pan.
- Disconnect all coolant hoses from radiator.
- Remove intake air guide air filter.
- Disconnect transmission oil lines from transmission. Catch escaping transmission oil.
- Remove front bumper.
- Bring lock carrier into service position.
- Remove radiator fan support with fans.
- Remove bolts from radiator bearing.
- Swing radiator sli...
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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: 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0 L4 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove right sound insulation panel.
- Remove engine cover.
- Mark direction of rotation of drive belt with chalk or felt pen if belt is to be ...
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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+.
 Airbag Components Diagram for 2007 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T 2.0 L4 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio 2.0 L4 GASComponents 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.
 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2 V8 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1993 Volkswagen Corrado SLC 2.8 V6 GAS 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: VAS 5051B ROLLOUT PRE-INSTALLATION CHECKLIST Vehicle: 1988 Volkswagen FOX 1.8 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: OWNER LITERATURE AVAILABLE Vehicle: 1995 Volkswagen Cabrio 2.0 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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