VW New Beetle (1997-2010): Service and Repair Manuals

VW Beetle - Petrol & Diesel (Apr 1999-2007) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen New Beetle, petrol and diesel (European version).
Describes also the mechanical components of the Cabriolet (but not the body or the soft top mechanism).

Petrol engines: 1.4 (1390 cc), 1.6 (1595 cc), 1.8 Turbo (1781 cc) and 2.0 (1984 cc).

Diesel engines: 1.9 (1896 cc, including unit injector system).

Production years: 4/1999-2007).

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 2.3 litre V5 petrol engine or the Tiptronic transmission.

This Haynes manual for the VW Beetle guides you through the maintenance and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals 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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VW Beetle - All gasoline engines (1998-2010) and TDI diesel engine (1998-2004) (USA) | Haynes Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual on the Volkswagen New Beetle, gasoline (1998-2010) and diesel (1998-2004).

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the models with the 1.9 L TDI-PL diesel engine (since 2004).

This Haynes manual for the North-American VW New Beetle guides you through the maintenance and repair of the gasoline and diesel 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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Volkswagen New Beetle - gasoline and diesel engines (1998-2010) (USA) | Chilton Repair Manual

Chilton Repair Manual for the Volkswagen New Beetle.

Gasoline engines: 1.8, 2.0 and 2.5 litre.

Diesel engines: 1.9 litre TDI (1998-2004).

Model years: 1998-2010.

This Chilton workshop manual on the VW New Beetle covers maintenance and repair of the gasoline and diesel engines (distribution, camshaft, inlet and outlet valves, cylinder head, crankshaft, lubricating system and gaskets).
It also addresses the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust and the electrical system. Additionally, it covers work on other components, such as the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), front and rear axles, springs and shock absorbers, the steering system, brakes and body.

• Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
• Includes technical specifications, adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
• Tables for troubleshooting and identification of models and engines.

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VW New Beetle, including Convertible - gasoline and diesel (1998-2010) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen New Beetle, gasoline and diesel, including the Beetle Convertible.

Gasoline engines:
4 cylinders:
- 1.8 L turbo (engine codes APH, AWV, AWP, BKF and BNU)
- 2.0 L (AEG, AVH, AZG, BDC, BEV and BGD)
5 cylinders:
- 2.5 L (BPR and BPS).

Diesel engines: 1.9 TDI (ALH and BEW).

Transmissions:
Manual gearboxes (removal and installation, external service):
- 5 gears (02J)
- 5 and 6 gears (02M)
- 5 gears (0A4)
DSG:
- 6 gears (02E)
Automatic transmissions (removal and installation, external service):
- 4 gears (01M)
- 6 gears (09G).

Model years: 1998-2010.

This Bentley workshop manual on the VW New Beetle 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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VW New Beetle (Modelljahre 1997-2010) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli workshop manual on the Volkswagen New Beetle.

Petrol engines:
- 1.4 (55 kW/75 hp)
- 1.6 (74 kW/100 hp, 75 kW/102 hp)
- 1.8 Turbo (110 kW/150 hp, 132 kW/180 hp)
- 2.0 (85 kW/115 hp).

Diesel engines: 1.9 TDI (66 kW/90 hp, 74 kW/100 hp, 77 kW/105 hp)

Model years: 1997-2010.

This Bucheli manual on the VW New Beetle provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol and diesel 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 of the most important circuits.

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