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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Vanagon 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 Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volkswagen -> Wiring Diagrams -> Air Conditioning
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES -> Girling Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Rear -> BRAKE PAD SERVICE
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear wheels.
  • Disconnect parking cables from caliper.
  • On Corrado and Passat models, remove mounting bolts, then the caliper.
  • On GTI 16V, Jetta Carat & Jetta GLI 16V,remove upper mounting bolt, then swing caliper downward.
  • Remove brake pads.
  • On Corrado and Passat models, screw piston into housing using caliper tool 3131 or equivalent by turning clockwise while pushing in firmly. Always remove some brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir prior to installing new pads. When caliper piston is pushed back, fluid is forced out of caliper and into r...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen Vanagon 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 Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Automatic Transmissions -> Manual Transmissions
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 GAS

Manual Transmissions

  • Install support tool No. 3250 or equivalent to upper control arm.
  • With car on ground, loosen axle shaft bolts, then remove bolt securing wheel bearing housing to lower ball joint.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove bolt for shock absorber/stabilizer link rod.
  • Remove axle shaft from drive flange of transmission.
  • Compress shock absorber completely, then remove axle shaft.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque wheel lug nuts to 133 ft. lbs.

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS

  • Obtain audio coded anti-theft code, then disconnect battery ground cable, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove black plastic cap from start...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Volkswagen -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 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 Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 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 procedu...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Interior Component Locations Diagram for 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GASInterior Component Locations Diagram for 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuse Panel
  • Air Circulation Blower Relay
  • Flame Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Central Locking System
  • 1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram1990 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Battery Cutout Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION - INFORMATION
    Vehicle: 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Gasoline Engines
  • Document: WARRANTY - VENDOR CODING PROCESS
    Vehicle: 1987 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Volkswagen Vanagon 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 Vanagon 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 Vanagon 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 Vanagon 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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