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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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repair procedures including Volkswagen engine diagrams, wiring diagrams, repair work estimating measures, technical service bulletins, auto body work
guidance, starter & alternator replacement procedures, serpentine belt replacement procedures, radiator & hose replacement procedures, tune-up &
drivability specifications, quick lube illustrations, preventive maintenance guide, engine light reset instructions, parts removal and install
procedures, fuel filter replacement directions, component location diagrams, air filter locations & replacement instructions, a/c system
specifications, and general auto service procedures. You don't have to be a car mechanic or technician to know how to fix your Volkswagen
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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+
Import Compressor Service -> Sanden Compressor -> Precautions -> Product Compatibility
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS
Product Compatibility
Before replenishing refrigerant or refrigerant oil, en...
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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+.
Disc Brakes -> Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 1999 Volkswagen Golf GL 2.0 L4 GAS
This caliper uses an internal screw type parking brake self adjusting mechanism. If the caliper piston is pushed back into caliper this mechanism will be destroyed. Always return piston by rotating it clockwise using a suitable tool.
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 reservoir. After pads are installed and seated, fill reservoir to MAX mark...
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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: 2006 Volkswagen Beetle 2.5 2.5 L5 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: 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS
- Remove drive axle retaining nut while vehicle is still on ground.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel.
- Mark position of bolts attaching ball joints to control arms, then remove bolts and separate ball joint from control arm. Discard bolts.
- Remove drive axle to transaxle drive flange attaching bolts.
- Mount a suitable puller tool onto hub assembly and press axle shaft out of hub. Do not flex CV or tripod joints more than 25° from their original angles.
- On models equipped with automatic transaxle,remove pendulum support mounting bolts, Fig. .
- Push engine and tran...
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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+.
Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> TPMS Sensor
Vehicle: 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SEL 2.5 L5 GAS
TPMS Sensor
Removal
The TPMS sensor battery life is approximately 10 years. When TPMS sensor battery is discharge, the entire sensor must be replaced. Use only original valve caps and valve insert.
- Loosen the wheel lug nuts.
- Raise and support the vehicle with jack stands.
- Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
- When dismounting the tire from the rim, note the following:
- Turn the wheel on tire mounting device so that valve/TPMS sensor is in front of mounting head.
- Position the tire changer mounting head near the tire valve so the tire iron can be placed approximately 30 degrees from th...
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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: 2005 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 L4 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove middle lower engine cover.
- Remove right lower engine cover.
- Remove upper engine cover.
- Mark running direction of drive belt.
- Relieve tension on drive belt and remove belt.
- Remove elec...
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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 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 -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp -> -> Digifant & Digifant II -> Digifant I -> OBD ll
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Cabrio 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+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI 8-VALVE 1.8 L4 GAS
Lower
- Drain coolant into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp at radiator and remove hose.
- Reposition hose clamp at coolant pipe and remove hose.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure ...
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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: 1992 Volkswagen Passat CL 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+.
 Door Control Module Diagram for 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Speedometer Vehicle Speed Sensor Diagram for 2002 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.8 V6 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.
 1993 Volkswagen FOX GL 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2008 Volkswagen Passat VR6 3.6 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: VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATES, SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABELS, ORDERING PROCEDURES = REVISED Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen GTI 2.0 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: MIL ON, DTC P129F AND OR P310B STORED IN ECM FAULT MEMORY - REVISED Vehicle: 2008 Volkswagen EOS Turbo 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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