VW Polo I (86, 1975-1981) and Derby: Service and Repair Manuals

VW Polo & Derby / Audi 50 (1976 - Jan 1982) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the:
- VW Polo Basic, N, L, LS, LX and GLS
- VW Derby S, LS and GLS
- Audi 50 Basic, LS and GLE.

Petrol engines:
- 0.9 L (895 cc, engine code HA)
- 1.1 L (1093 cc, HB and HC)
- 1.3 L (1272 cc, HH).

Production years: 1976-1/1982.

This Haynes manual for the Volkswagen Polo and Derby guides you through the maintenance and repair of the petrol engines (timing gear, 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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Volkswagen Polo et Derby / Audi 50 (1975-1982) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 363

Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 363) covering the Audi 50 / Volkswagen Polo and Derby.

Petrol engines: 900, 1100 and 1300.

Production years: 1975-1982.

This Revue Technique for the Audi 50 / VW Polo and Derby describes extensively service and repair of the petrol 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 Polo / Audi 50 (1977-8/1978) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the:
- Polo L, S, LS and GLS
- Audi 50 LS and GLS

Production years: 1977-8/1978.

This Bucheli manual on the VW Polo and Audi 50 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 8th edition (1986).

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VW Derby - L, GL, LS, CL, GLS, S, CLC, Formel E (1/1978 - Herbst 1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Derby.

Versions: L, GL, LS, CL, GLS, S, CLC and Formel E.

Production years: 1/1978 - autumn 1981.

This Bucheli manual on the VW Derby 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 4th edition (1982).

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VW Polo (3/1975-8/1981), Derby (3/1977-8/1981) / Audi 50 (9/1974-8/1978) | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 15) on the:
- Volkswagen Polo (03/1975-08/1981)
- Volkswagen Derby (03/1977-08/1981)
- Audi 50 (09/1974-08/1978)

Petrol engines:
Polo:
- 0.9 L (29 kW/40 hp, 3/75-8/81)
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 9/76-8/81)
- 1.1 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/76-3/77)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 3/77-8/81)
Derby:
- 0.9 L (29 kW/40 hp, 3/77-8/81)
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 3/77-8/81)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 3/77-8/81)
Audi 50:
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 9/74-8/78)
- 1.1 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/74-8/78)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/77-8/78).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Polo and Derby / Audi 50 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.
• Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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VW Polo - alle Modelle (bis 9/1981) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 56, reprint) for the Volkswagen Polo.

Production years: until 9/1981.

• This repair manual on the VW Polo describes maintenance and repair of the engine: 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 9th edition (1988).

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VW Polo - L, GL, S, GLS, GT, LX, Formel E (9/1978-8/1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo.

Versions: L, GL, S, GLS, GT, LX and Formel E.

Production years: 9/1978-8/1981.

This Bucheli manual on the VW Polo 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 3rd edition (1982).

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