VW Golf III (A3, 1991-1998): Service and Repair Manuals (1/2)

VW Golf 3 & Vento - 4 cyl Petrol & Diesel (Feb 1992 - Mar 1998) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen Golf 3, the Golf estate (until 8/1999) and the Vento saloon, petrol and diesel. Describes also the mechanical components of the Golf Cabriolet (but not the body or the soft top mechanism) and Van.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 (1390, 1391 and 1398 cc, engine codes ABD, AEX and APQ)
- 1.6 (1595 and 1598 cc, ABU, AEA, AEE, AEK, AFT and AKS)
- 1.8 (1781 cc, AAM, ANN, ABS, ADZ and ANP)
- 2.0 8V (1984 cc, 2E, ADY, AGG, AKR, ATU, AWF and AWG)
- 2.0 16V (1984 cc, ABF).

Diesel engines:
- 1.9 (1896 cc, 1Y and AEY)
- 1.9 Turbo (1896 cc, AAZ, 1Z, AHU, ALE, AFN and AVG).

Production years: 2/1992-1996.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 2.8 litre VR6 petrol engine, the Ecomatic or the Syncro 4x4 models.

This Haynes manual for the VW Golf 3 and Vento guides you through the maintenance and repair of the 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system (water pump, thermostat, fan and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• Step-by-step instructions with detailed photos.
• 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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Volkswagen Golf III et Vento- 4 cyl. essence et Diesel (1992-1996) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 720.2

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 720) covering the Volkswagen Golf III and Vento.

Petrol engines: 4 cylinders - 1391 cc (ABD), 1781 cc (AAM and ABS) and 1984 cc (2E).

Diesel engines: 1896 cc (1Y and AAZ turbo).

Production years: 1992-1996.

This Revue Technique for the Volkswagen Golf III and Vento describes extensively service and repair of the 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and fuel system).
Covers also work on the clutch, transmission, driveshafts, steering system, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, electric equipment and body.

• Includes adjustment data and wiring diagrams.
• An integral owner's handbook provides information on operation and daily maintenance.
• Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.

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VW Golf III - 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, 2.0 Liter Benziner (11/1991-9/1997) / Vento - 1.8, 2.0 Liter Benziner (1/1992-8/1997) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 154, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf III (11/1991-9/1997) and Vento (1/1992-8/1997) petrol models.

Versions: CL, GL, GT and GLX, incl. Syncro.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 litre (44 kW/60 hp)
- 1.6 litre (55 kW/75 hp)
- 1.8 litre (55 kW/75 hp and 66 kW/90 hp)
- 2.0 litre (85 kW/115 hp).

Describes also the technology of the Golf Cabriolet.

• This repair manual on the VW Golf III and Vento petrol models describes maintenance and repair of the 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 includes adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.

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VW Golf III (9/1991-8/1997), Golf Variant (9/1993-12/1998), Vento (2/1992-8/1997) - Benziner | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 79) on the Volkswagen petrol models:
- Golf III (09/1991-08/1997)
- Golf Variant (09/1993-12/1998)
- Vento (02/1992-08/1997).

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 L (44 kW/60 hp, 09/93-12/98)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 08/93-12/98)
- 1.6 L (74 kW/100 hp, 08/94-12/98)
- 1.8 L (55 kW/75 hp, 09/93-12/98)
- 1.8 L (66 kW/90 hp, 09/93-12/98)
- 2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp, 09/93-12/98)
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp, 08/93-12/98)
- 2.8 L (128 kW/174 hp, 09/93-12/98)
- 2.9 L (140 kW/190 hp, 08/94-12/98).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Golf III and Vento covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

• Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
• 40 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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VW Golf III - 1.4, 1.8 und 2.0 Liter Benzinmotoren (8/1991-1993) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the VW Golf III.

Petrol engines: 1.4 L (55 kW), 1.8 L (66 kW) and 2.0 L (66 kW).

Production years: 8/1991-1993.

This Bucheli manual on the VW Golf III provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), driveshafts, steering system, front and rear suspension, brakes, electrical system and the exhaust.

• Includes comprehensive technical data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams.

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