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Volkswagen Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet cars and light trucks from 1990+

Volkswagen -> Wiring Diagrams -> Cooling Fan
Vehicle: 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

POWER BRAKE UNITS -> POWER BRAKE UNIT SERVICE -> BRAKE BOOSTER, CHECK -> BRAKE BOOSTER, REPLACE -> EXCEPT FOX -> FOX
Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS

BRAKE BOOSTER, REPLACE

EXCEPT FOX
  • Remove master cylinder as previously described.
  • Disconnect vacuum line(s) from booster.
  • Remove brake booster attaching bolts.
  • Disconnect booster pushrod from brake pedal.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
FOX
  • Disconnect vacuum line(s) from booster.
  • Remove brake booster attaching ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS

  • With vehicle on ground, remove drive axle retaining nut from wheel assembly.
  • Remove drive axle to transmission drive flange attaching bolts.
  • Separate ball joint from wheel bearing ho...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Relieve tension on drive belt and remove drive belt.
  • Remove electrical connections from alternator.
  • Re...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

Volkswagen -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp -> -> Digifant & Digifant II -> Digifant I -> OBD ll
Vehicle: 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet Classic 1.8 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 Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 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 radi...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Volkswagen Cabriolet cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 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 Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

Ignition System Components Diagram for 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet  1.8 L4 GASIgnition System Components Diagram for 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Knock Sensor
  • Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Digifant Control Unit
  • Throttle Potentiometer
  • AFC Fuel Injection System Components  Diagram for 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet  1.8 L4 GASAFC Fuel Injection System Components Diagram for 1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Coil
  • Idle Switch
  • Fuel Pressure Regulator
  • Fuel Distributor
  • Idle Stabilizer Valve
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

    1991 Volkswagen Cabriolet  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 Volkswagen Cabriolet 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Front Window Switch
  • Power Window Control Unit
  • Right Front Power Window Switch
  • Power Window Switch Light
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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

    Document: SPECIAL TOOL - VAS5052 VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS & SERVICE INFORMATION SYSTEM
    Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: LABEL - REPLACEMENT ODOMETER
    Vehicle: 1992 Volkswagen Cabriolet Carat 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Identification, Models, Labels, Etc.
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Volkswagen Cabriolet AUTOMOBILES

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