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VW Transporter T3 (air-cooled, 1979-1992) repair manuals
A repair manual for your VW Transporter T3 (air-cooled, 1979-1992)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on VW vans.
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VW Transporter T3 - Petrol 1584 cc and 1970 cc (air-cooled) (1979-1982) | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual
Haynes Classic Repair Manual for the Volkswagen Transporter T3 (air-cooled).
Petrol engines: 1.6 (1584 C) and 2.0 (1970 cc).
Production years: 1979-1982.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the water-cooled petrol engines or the diesel engines.
This Haynes manual for the Volkswagen Transporter T3 describes service and repair of the air-cooled petrol engines (valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump and seals).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system, ventilation, fuel system, exhaust, 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.
Product details
| Details: | 256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.3 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.51 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2013) |
| Series: | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual (0638) |
| ISBN: | 9780857336088 |
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Volkswagen T3 Vanagon (1980-1991), including Syncro and Camper - gasoline and diesel (USA) - Bentley Repair Manual
Bentley Service Manual, written by Volkswagen of America. Describes in great detail maintenance and repair of the VW T3 (Vanagon in the USA), including Diesel, Syncro 4x4 and Camper.
Gasoline engines:
- 1.9 (Water-cooled, Digijet, engine code DH)
- 2.0 (Air-cooled, CV)
- 2.1 (Water-cooled, Digifant, MV).
Diesel engines:
- 1.6 (Engine code CS).
Transmissions:
- 090 (3-Speed automatic transmission, 4x2)
- 091 (4-Speed manual, 4x2)
- 094 (5-Speed manual, 4x2)
- 094-4WD (5-speed manual, Syncro 4x4).
Model years: 1980-1991.
This American Bentley repair manual for the VW T3 Transporter provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission, suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior and doors.
- Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
- Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
- This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these vans.
Product details
| Author: | Volkswagen of America |
| Details: | 1388 pages, 30 x 23.5 x 9 cm / 11.8 x 9.25 x 3.54 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | 2295 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bentley Publishers (USA, 2011) |
| Series: | Bentley Service Manual |
| ISBN: | 9780837616650 |
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Volkswagen Transporter T3 - essence (refroidissement par air et par eau) et Diesel (1979-1990) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 732.1
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 732) repair manual covering the Volkswagen Transporter T3, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines (air-cooled):
- 1.6 L (1584 cc, engine code CT)
- 2.0 L (1970 cc, CU).
Petrol engines (water-cooled):
- 2.0 L (1913 cc, DF, DG and GW)
- 2.1 L (2109 cc, DJ).
Diesel engines:
- 1.6 L (1580 cc, CS and JX turbo)
- 1.7 L (1715 cc, KY).
Production years: 1979-1990.
This Revue Technique for the Volkswagen Transporter T3 vans describes extensively service and repair of the 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, torque wrench settings 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.
Product details
| Details: | 184 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 2000) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 732.1) |
| ISBN: | 9782726873212 |
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VW Bus, Transporter T3 - Benziner (7/1979-9/1982) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 102, reprint) for the Volkswagen T3 Transporter and Bus.
Petrol engines:
- 1.6 L (37 kW/50 hp)
- 2.0 L (51 kW/70 hp).
Production years: 7/1979-9/1982.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel models.
![Pages of the book [JH 102] VW Transporter T3 - Benziner (7/79-9/82) (1)](../afb/details/PP10933.jpg)
- This repair manual for the VW T3 Transporter and Bus 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 contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 270 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated with 300 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1993) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (102) |
| ISBN: | 9783879439331 |
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VW Transporter T3 - 1.6 und 2.0 Liter (ab 6/1979) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Transporter T3.
Petrol engines: 1.6 and 2.0 litre.
Production years: since 6/1979).
![Pages of the book [0455] VW Transporter T3 - 1.6/2.0 L (ab 6/1979) (1)](../afb/details/PP20718.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Transporter 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.
Product details
| Details: | 168 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2013) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (455-456-457) |
| ISBN: | 9783716815168 |
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VW Bus (5/1979-9/1982) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 24) on the Volkswagen Bus (T3).
Petrol engines:
- 1.6 L (37 kW/50 hp, 5/79-9/82)
- 2.0 L (51 kW/70 hp, 5/79-9/82)
Production years: 05/1979-09/1982.
The initial section of this manual for the VW Bus (T3) covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.6 L and 2.0 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.
- Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 210 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 (24) |
| ISBN: | 9783768803625 |
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VW Transporter T3 - 1.6 und 2.0 Liter (6/1978-1990) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Transporter T3.
Petrol engines: 1.6 and 2.0 litre (34, 37 and 51 kW).
Production years: 6/1978-1990.
![Pages of the book [0783] VW Transporter T3 - 1.6 / 2.0 L (6/78-90) (1)](../afb/details/PP20387.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Transporter 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.
Product details
| Details: | 188 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (783) |
| ISBN: | 9783716816684 |
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