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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 -> Electric Cooling Fans -> Component Replacement -> 1999-2000 Golf & Jetta -> Cabrio, Eurovan & 1998 Golf & Jetta -> Cooling Fan -> New Beetle -> Passat
Vehicle: 2000 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS

Cooling Fan
Cabrio, Eurovan & 1998 Golf & Jetta

Refer to Figs. through for cooling fan replacement.

  • Disconnect fan electrical connector.
  • On models equipped with A/C, disconnect resistor connector and fan relay.
  • On all models, remove shroud assembly.
  • ...

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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 -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

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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: 1990 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 L4 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: 1990 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+.

Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2007 Volkswagen EOS 2.0 L4 GAS

Refer to Fig. for system wi...

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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: 2002 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Remove battery and battery carrier.
  • Disconnect electrical connector and remove from retainer.
  • Disconnect terminal 50 connector.
  • Remove nut and terminal 30 wire from starter.
  • Remove wiring from wiring guides.
  • Remove wiring guides.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove middle cover of engine compartment noise insulation.
  • Remove lefthand engine comp...

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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: 1995 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0 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 -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Volkswagen Passat 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS

The anti-lock warning lamp is used to warn of an ABS fault. The lamp input monitors the condition of the system. The lamp will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diag...

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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: 1991 Volkswagen Golf GL 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 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: 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 4.2 V8 GAS

  • Remove front engine cover.
  • Mark direction of rotation of drive belt with chalk or felt pen if belt is to be reused.
  • Ro...

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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+.

Ignition Coil Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GASIgnition Coil Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Passat GLX 4 Motion 2.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Coil
  • N152
  • Ground Connection Diagram for 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.8 V6 GASGround Connection Diagram for 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground 42
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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 GTI 8-VALVE 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI 8-VALVE 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Load Reduction Relay
  • Rear Window Wiper/Washer Relay
  • Power Window Relay
  • Horn Relay
  • Fog Light Relay
  • 2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Relay
  • Right Front Turn Signal Light
  • Right Headlight
  • Right Low Beam Headlight
  • Emergency Flasher Switch
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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+.

    Document: Radio Coding - Auxiliary Jack, iPod Inop After Radio Replacement
    Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit S 2.5 L5 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
  • Document: CLIMATE CONTROLS OPERATION
    Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen R32 3.2 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
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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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