VW Golf I Cabrio, GTI, Rabbit: service and repair manuals

VW Golf and Jetta | Haynes Restoration Manual

The VW Golf hatchback, introduced in 1974, soon became one of the world's most popular cars. Its reliability and longevity has ensured that the car continues in production to the present day. The GTI has become a modern-day 'classic' while the Jetta, primarily a Golf with a boot, is particularly popular in the USA.

Lindsay Porter tells you what to look for when buying an older car and how to bring it back to first-class condition. Covers Golf Marks 1 and 2 (petrol), GTI 1600 and 1800, Jetta and Rabbit (USA) but excludes 4WD and diesel models.

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Author:	Lindsay Porter
Details:	192 pages, 26.5 x 21 x 1.9 cm / 10.4 x 8.25 x 0.75 in, hardback
Illustrations:	1273 b&w photos
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 2000)
Series:	Haynes Restoration Manual
ISBN:	9781859604489

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VW Golf GTI Performance Manual

Complete guide to tuning the Volkswagen Golf GTI (Golf 1, 2, 3 and 4).

Chapters on tuning petrol and diesel engines (engine, injection system and ignition), clutch, gearbox and chassis.

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Author:	Tim Stiles
Details:	144 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.9 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.75 in, hardback
Illustrations:	258 colour photos
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 2005)
ISBN:	9781844251018

Volkswagen Rabbit, Golf, Jetta, Scirocco, Pick-up - all gasoline engine models (1975-1992) (USA) | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual on the Volkswagen US and Canadian models:
- Rabbit (1975-1984)
- Rabbit Convertible (1980-1984)
- Golf (1985-1992)
- Jetta (1980-1992)
- Scirocco (1975-1988)
- Cabriolet (1985-1992)
- Pick-up (1980-1983).

Gasoline engines:
- 1.1 L (motorcodes FA and FJ)
- 1.5 L (FH and FD)
- 1.6 L.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel models.

This Haynes manual for the VW Rabbit, Golf, Jetta, Scirocco and Pick-up (Caddy) guides you through the maintenance and repair of the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), propshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
• Based on a complete strip-down and rebuild.
• Includes a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Author:	A. K. Legg
Details:	442 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.7 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.67 in, hardback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:	Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1988)
Series:	Haynes Auto Repair Manual (96016)
ISBN:	9781563920615

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Volkswagen Rabbit, Golf, Scirocco, Jetta, Pickup Truck (A1) - Gasoline Models (1980-1984) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen models:
- Rabbit
- Pick-Up (Caddy in Europe)
- Golf Cabriolet and Golf GTI
- Jetta
- Scirocco.

Gasoline engines:
- 1.5 L (with carburettor, engine code FX)
- 1.6 L (injection, EJ)
- 1.7 L (injection, and)
- 1.8 L (injection, JH)

Model years: 1980-1984.

This Bentley workshop manual on the VW Rabbit, Scirocco, Jetta and Pickup (Caddy) provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior, doors, central locking and air conditioning.

• Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
• Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings, OBD fault codes and wiring diagrams.
• This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.

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Details:	716 pages, 29 x 22.5 x 4.5 cm / 11.4 x 8.9 x 1.77 in, hardback
Illustrations:	1151 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Bentley Publishers (USA, 2012)
Series:	Bentley Service Manual
ISBN:	9780837617046

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Le Guide de la Golf GTI (GTI 1, Oettinger, GTI 2, 165, Rallye, G60)

Richly illustrated technical and historical manual for the sporty Volkswagen Golf GTI models (Golf GTI 1, Golf Oettinger, Golf GTI 2, Golf 165, Golf Rallye and Golf G60).

• This volume from the French series "Le Guide" gives a wealth of information on the history, the identification of the various sporty Golf types, the model changes (on a year-by-year basis), the technology, the purchase and the restoration.
• Describes also the daily maintenance and small repairs.
• Made in association with the Revue Technique Automobile (RTA).
• Richly illustrated with hundreds of photos and drawings.

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Author:	Dimitri Urbain
Details:	168 pages, 25 x 19 cm / 9.8 x 7.5 in, hardback
Illustrations:	350 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	ETAI (F, 2016)
Series:	Le Guide
ISBN:	9791028301613

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VW Golf Cabrio I (3/1979-8/1993) / Scirocco II (4/1981-1992) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 145) for maintenance of the:
- VW Golf I Cabrio GL, GLI, GLS, Quartett (3/1979-8/1993)
- VW Scirocco II L, CL, GL, GT, GT II, LS, GLI, GLS, GTI, GTL, GTS and GTX (4/1981-1992).

Petrol engines:
- 1.3 (44 kW/60 hp)
- 1.5 (51 kW/70 hp)
- 1.6 (53 kW/72 hp Kat, 55 kW/75 hp, 63 kW/85 hp, 81 kW/110 hp)
- 1.8 (66 kW/90 hp), 70 kW/95 hp) Kat, 72 kW/98 hp) Kat, 82 kW/112 hp, 16V 95 kW/129 hp Kat and 16V 102 kW/139 hp).

Describes also the convertible mechanism: maintenance, adjustment and the electrohydraulic hood control.

• This repair manual on the VW Golf Cabrio I and Scirocco II describes maintenance and repair of the petrol engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
• Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
• This manual also features adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.

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Author:	Dieter Korp
Details:	272 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:	about 250 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2011)
Series:	Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (145)
ISBN:	9783613013728

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VW Golf GTI (bis 10/1983), Scirocco GTI / GLI (bis 4/1981) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 100, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf GTI (until 10/1983) and Scirocco GTI / GLI (until 4/1981).

Petrol engines: 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp) and 1.8 L (82 kW/112 hp).

• This repair manual on the VW Golf GTI and Scirocco GTI / GLI describes maintenance and repair of the petrol engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
• Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
• This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.

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Author:	Dieter Korp
Details:	270 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:	numerous photos and drawings
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1990)
Series:	Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (100)
ISBN:	9783879439034

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Das Golf & Jetta Schrauberhandbuch (1974-1991)

With the help of this handbook, every hobby mechanic can perfectly restore his VW Golf built between 1974 and 1991 (models I and II). The numerous illustrations make it easy to follow every step described in the text.

The detailed exploded drawings of assemblies provide an overview of the location and operation of the individual components. The purchase advice explains in detail which weak points to look out for in the successful model from Wolfsburg and which differences to consider between the various variants.
The reader learns in detail everything worth knowing about body and chassis work as well as repairs to the chassis.

German edition of the Haynes book "VW Golf and Jetta Restoration Manual".

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Author:	Lindsay Porter
Details:	256 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, hardback
Illustrations:	1270 b&w photos
Publisher:	Heel-Verlag GmbH (D, 2005)
ISBN:	9783898804899

VW Golf 1 (1974-1983) - Modellgeschichte, Kaufberatung, Pannenhilfe (Passion Oldtimer)

This book describes in detail the model history of the first Golf, Jetta and Caddy generation, including various sports and tuning variants. A purchase guide provides useful tips, followed by a table with market prices.
The technology of the Golf I is simple, but still complicated enough for classic car rallies or everyday use. The book therefore contains extensive, precise information on all common maintenance work in the areas of bodywork, engine, drive, chassis, brakes, etc. - indispensable at home in the garage and in the event of a breakdown on the road. Breakdown guides are integrated into the chapters on the main components.

The book also explains - in a way that is easy to understand for laypeople and beginners - the basic functions of classic car technology, starting with the brakes, fuel supply and clutch, through to cooling, wheel suspension and ignition. This is followed by tables with technical data, setting values and torque values for the Golf I. Circuit diagrams and a keyword index are also included.

The book describes all Golf I models (1974-1983), others up to 1993.
Versions: petrol, diesel, GTI, convertible, Caddy and Jetta I.

Contents of the book:
- Part 1: Model history of Golf I, Jetta I, Caddy
- Part 2: Maintenance, repair, breakdown assistance with troubleshooting tables
- Part 3: Buying advice, market prices and documentation
- Part 4: Appendix with data, setting values, spare part prices, addresses, color lists.

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Author:	Hans J. Schneider
Details:	240 pages, 26.5 x 22 cm / 10.4 x 8.7 in, hardback
Illustrations:	564 b&w and colour photos, 27 drawings
Publisher:	Schneider Media (D, 2014)
ISBN:	9783768858083