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VW Jetta I repair manuals - petrol and diesel
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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 Mk 1 - Diesel (1978 - Feb 1984) & Jetta - Diesel (1981 - June 1984) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen models:
- Golf 1 Diesel C, D and LD (1978-2/1984)
- Jetta Diesel C, D and LD (1981-6/1984).
Diesel engines: 1.5 (1471 cc) and 1.6 (1588 cc).
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the Golf Diesel Van or the Caddy pick-up.
This Haynes manual for the VW Golf 1 and Jetta Diesel describes service and repair of the diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, the injection pump and injection nozzles, the exhaust, the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.
- Step-by-step instructions with hundreds of detailed photos guide you through every job.
- Based on a complete vehicle 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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| Details: | 283 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.4 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.55 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2012) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0451) |
| ISBN: | 9780857335845 |
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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 American Bentley repair manual for 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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VW Golf (9/1976-8/1983), Jetta (8/1980-1/1984), Caddy (ab 11/1982) - Diesel | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 9) for the Volkswagen models:
- Golf Diesel (09/1976-08/1983)
- Jetta Diesel (08/1980-01/1984)
- Caddy Diesel (since 11/1982).
Diesel engines:
- Golf 1.5 L (37 kW/50 hp, 8/76-8/80)
- Golf 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp, 9/80-8/83)
- Golf 1.6 L (51 kW/70 hp, 9/81-8/83)
- Jetta 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp, 8/80-1/84)
- Jetta 1.6 L (51 kW/70 hp, 5/82-1/84)
- Caddy 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp, since 11/82).
The initial section of this manual for the VW Golf Diesel, Jetta Diesel and Caddy Diesel covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.5 L and 1.6 L diesel 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.
- Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
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| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 188 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2014) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (9) |
| ISBN: | 9783768802642 |
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VW Golf (9/1974-8/1983), Scirocco (2/1974-4/1981), Jetta (8/1979-12/1983), Caddy (9/1982-4/1992) - Benziner 1.5 L, 1.6 L und 1.8 L | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 11) for the Volkswagen models:
- Golf (09/1974-08/1983)
- Scirocco (02/1974-04/1981)
- Jetta (08/1979-12/1983)
- Caddy (9/1982-04/1992).
Petrol engines:
Golf 1:
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 09/74-08/75)
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 08/77-08/83)
- 1.5 L (63 kW/85 hp, 09/74-08/75)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 09/75-07/77)
- 1.6 L (63 kW/85 hp, 09/75-08/83)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 06/76-07/82)
- 1.8 L (82 kW/112 hp, 08/82-08/83)
Jetta 1:
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 08/79-12/83)
- 1.6 L (63 kW/85 hp, 08/79-08/83)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 08/79-07/82)
Scirocco 1:
- 1.5 L (51/63 kW/70/85 hp, 02/74-04/81)
- 1.5 L (55/63 kW/70/85 hp, 02/74-04/81)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 02/74-04/81)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 02/74-04/81)
Caddy 1:
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 09/82-08/83)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 09/83-04/92).
The initial section of this manual for the VW Golf, Jetta, Scirocco and Caddy covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.5 L, 1.6 L and 1.8 L 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.
- 11 clear wiring diagrams (in colour) of the main circuits.
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| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 254 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 424 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2014) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (11) |
| ISBN: | 9783768802079 |
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VW Golf Diesel (bis 10/1983) / Jetta Diesel (bis 01/1984) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 131, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf Diesel (until 10/1983) and Jetta Diesel (until 01/1984).
Versions: C, CL, GL, LD, GLD, GTD and Formel E.
Diesel engines:
- 1.5 L (37 kW/50 hp)
- 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp)
- 1.6 L Turbo (51 kW/70 hp).
![Pages of the book [JH 131] VW Golf D (bis 10/83) / Jetta D (bis 01/84) (1)](../afb/details/PP01239.jpg)
- This repair manual for the VW Golf Diesel and Jetta Diesel describes maintenance and repair of the 1.5 L and 1.6 L diesel 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.
- Reprint of the 3rd edition (1994).
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| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 258 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2017) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (131) |
| ISBN: | 9783613012394 |
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VW Jetta - 1.5 und 1.6 Liter (ab 8/1979) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Jetta.
Versions: S, LS, GLS, LI and GLI.
Petrol engines: 1.5 and 1.6 litre.
Production years: since 8/1979.
![Pages of the book [0450] VW Jetta - 1.5 und 1.6 Liter (ab 8/1979) (1)](../afb/details/PP20259.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Jetta 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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| Details: | 175 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (450-451) |
| ISBN: | 9783716815137 |
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VW Jetta - 1500, 1600, 1800 (ab 9/1980) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Jetta 1500, 1600 and 1800.
Petrol engines: 1.5 L (1457 cc), 1.6 L (1588 cc) and 1.8 L (1781 cc).
Production years: since 9/1980.
![Pages of the book [0710] VW Jetta - 1500, 1600, 1800 (ab 9/1980) (1)](../afb/details/PP20846.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Jetta 1500, 1600 and 1800 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.
- Reprint of the 12nd edition (1983).
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| Details: | 216 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (710-711-712) |
| ISBN: | 9783716816226 |
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VW Jetta - Benziner alle Modelle (bis 01/1984) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 90, reprint) for the Volkswagen Jetta petrol models.
Production years: until 01/1984.
- This repair manual for the VW Jetta 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.
- Reprint of the 1st edition (1982).
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| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 240 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2017) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (90) |
| ISBN: | 9783879437863 |
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VW Jetta 1100, 1300 - L, GL, Formel E (ab 9/1980) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Jetta 1100 and 1300 (Typ 16).
Versions: L, GL and Formel E.
Petrol engines: 1.1 L (1093 cc) and 1.3 L (1272 cc).
Production years: since 9/1980.
![Pages of the book [0668] VW Jetta 1100, 1300 (ab 9/1980) (1)](../afb/details/PP20874.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Jetta I provides detailed instructions for work on the 1.1 and 1.3 L 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.
- Reprint of the 4th edition (1983).
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| Details: | 148 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (668-669) |
| ISBN: | 9783716815885 |
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VW Jetta Diesel (ab 7/1980) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Jetta Diesel.
Production years: since 7/1980.
![Pages of the book [0606] VW Jetta Diesel (ab 7/1980) (1)](../afb/details/PP20808.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Jetta Diesel provides detailed instructions for work on the diesel engine (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.
- Reprint of the 4th edition (1982).
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| Details: | 152 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (606-607) |
| ISBN: | 9783716815441 |
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