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VW Transporter T5 (2003-2015) repair manuals
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VW Transporter T5 - 1.9 TDI, 2.0 TDI and 2.5 TDI Diesel (July 2003-2015) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen T5 Transporter (with front wheel drive).
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.9 TDI (1896 cc, engine codes AXB, AXC, BRR and BRS) and 2.0 TDI (1968 cc, CAAA, CAAB, CAAC, CAAD, CAAE, CCHA and CCHB)
- 5 cylinders - 2.5 TDI (2461 cc, AXD, AXE, BLJ, BNZ and BPC).
Production years: 7/2003-2015.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the petrol engines, the Twin Turbo diesel engine (engine code CFCA), the DSG transmission or the 4x4 Syncro / 4-Motion models.

This Haynes manual for the VW T5 Transporter 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, 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
| Author: | John S. Mead |
| Details: | 288 pages, 27 x 21 x 2 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.79 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2018) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (5743) |
| ISBN: | 9781785214202 |
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Volkswagen Transporter T4 Diesel (09/1990-06/2003) et T5 Diesel (06/2003-08/2009) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 182.3
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 182) repair manual covering the Volkswagen models:
- Transporter T4 Diesel and Turbodiesel (09/1990-06/2003)
- Transporter T5 Turbodiesel (06/2003-08/2009).
Diesel engines:
4 cylinders:
- 1.9 D (1896 cc, 45 kW/61 hp, indirect injection, engine code 1X)
- 1.9 TD (1900 cc, 50 kW/68 hp, turbodiesel, indirect injection, ABL)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 62 kW/85 hp, direct injection, BRR)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 63 kW/86 hp, direct injection, AXC)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 75 kW/102 hp, direct injection, BRS)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 77 kW/105 hp, direct injection, AXB)
5 cylinders
- 2.4 D (2370 cc, 57 kW/77 hp, indirect injection, AAB)
- 2.5 TDI (2500 cc, 75 kW/102 hp, turbodiesel, direct injection, ACV).
This Revue Technique for the VW Transporter T4 and T5 Diesel vans describes extensively service and repair of the diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump, injection pump and injectors).
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: | 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 1993) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 182.3) |
| ISBN: | 9782726818213 |
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VW Transporter T5 - Diesel 1.9 TDI (2003-2009) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA HS17
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA HS17) repair manual covering the Volkswagen Transporter T5 Diesel (Euro 3 and Euro 4).
Diesel engines: 4 cylinders - 1.9 TDI (77 kW/104 hp, engine code AXB / 63 kW/85 hp, AXC / 62 kW/84 hp, BRR / 75 kW/102 hp, BRS).
Production years: 2003-2009.
This Revue Technique for the VW Transporter T5 Diesel describes extensively service and repair of the 1.9 TDI diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and unit injector 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.
- Additional chapter with tips and a checklist to prepare for the MOT test.
- Text taken from the Revue Technique Diesel (RTD) nr. 274.
Product details
| Author: | Mathieu Robin |
| Details: | 98 pages, 27 x 21 x 1 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.39 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 2015) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA HS17) |
| ISBN: | 9782726827451 |
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VW Transporter T5 / Multivan - Benzin- und Dieselmotoren (ab 2003) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 237) for maintenance of the Volkswagen Transporter T5 and Multivan, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 (85 kW/115 hp)
- VR6 - 3.2 24V (173 kW/230 hp).
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.9 TDI PDE (63 kW/85 hp and 77 kW/105 hp)
- V5 - 2.5 TDI PDE (96 kW/130 hp and 128 kW/174 hp).
Production years: since 2003.
![Pages of the book [JH 237] VW Transporter T5 / Multivan (ab 2003) (1)](../afb/details/PP02371.jpg)
- This owner's guide describes the technology of the VW Transporter T5 and Multivan vans.
- Comprehensive instructions for the replacement of current parts such as shock absorbers, brake pads, brake discs, master cylinder and brake fluid / door mirrors, fuel cap, grille, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, interior trim and seats / alternator and starter motor, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights / air filter, drivebelt, thermostat, coolant, oil filter and spark plugs.
- Also features adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 240 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | about 300 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2010) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (237) |
| ISBN: | 9783613023710 |
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VW Multivan / Transporter T5 - Benziner und Diesel (5/2003-6/2015) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 134) on the Volkswagen Multivan and Transporter T5, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
4 Cylinders:
- 2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp, engine code AXA, since 05/03)
- 2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp, CJKB, since 06/12)
- 2.0 L (150 kW/204 hp, CJKA, since 05/11)
V6:
- 3.2 L (173 kW/235 hp, BDL/BDM/BKK, 05/03-09/09)
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 L (62 kW/84 hp, BRR, 01/06-09/09)
- 1.9 L (63 kW/86 hp, AXC, 05/03-12/05)
- 1.9 L (75 kW/102 hp, BRS, 01/06-09/09)
- 1.9 L (77 kW/104 hp, AXB, 05/03-12/05)
- 2.0 L (62 kW/84 hp, CAAA, since 10/09)
- 2.0 L (75 kW/102 hp, CA, since since 10/09)
- 2.0 L (84 kW/114 hp, CAAD, since 06/11)
- 2.0 L (103 kW/140 hp, CAAC/CCHA, since 10/09)
- 2.0 L (132 kW/180 hp, CFCA, since 10/09)
- 2.5 L (96 kW/130 hp, AXD/BNZ, 05/03-09/09)
- 2.5 L (128 kW/174 hp, AXE/BPC, 05/03-09/09)
Production years: 5/2003-6/2015.
The initial section of this manual for the VW Multivan and Transporter T5 covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol and 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.
- 24 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 320 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 530 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2020) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (134) |
| ISBN: | 9783768816816 |
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VW T5 Transporter, Multivan - Benzin- und Dieselmotoren (ab Modelljahr 2003) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen T5 Transporter and Multivan, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 (85 kW/115 hp)
- VR6 - 3.2 24V (173 kW/235 hp).
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.9 TDI PDE (63 kW/86 and 77 kW/105 hp)
- V5 - 2.5 TDI PDE (96 kW/130 hp and 128 kW/174 hp).
Production years: since model year 2003.
![Pages of the book [1281] VW Transporter T5 / Multivan (ab 2003) (1)](../afb/details/PP20648.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW T5 Transporter and Multivan 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.
Product details
| Details: | 188 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2014) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1281) |
| ISBN: | 9783716820698 |
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VW Transporter T5 - Benzin- und Dieselmotoren (ab Modelljahr 2010) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli workshop manual for the Volkswagen T5 Transporter.
Petrol engines: 2.0 litre (1984 cc, 85 kW/115 hp, 110 kW/150 hp, 150 kW/204 hp, engine codes AXA, CJKB and CJKA).
Diesel engines: 2.0 TDI (1968 cc, 62 kW/84 hp, 75 kW/102 hp, 84 kW/114 hp and 103 kW/140 hp, engine codes CAAA, CAAB, CAAC and CAAD).
Transmissions(maintenance only): 6 gears manual, DSG with 7 gears, 4-Motion.
Model years: since 2010.
![Pages of the book [1338] VW Transporter T5 (ab MJ 2010) (1)](../afb/details/PP20825.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Transporter T5 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.
Product details
| Author: | Silke Pandikow, Christoph Pandikow |
| Details: | 232 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1338) |
| ISBN: | 9783716822166 |
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VW T5 Multivan - Benziner und Diesel (ab Modelljahr 2010) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 306) for maintenance of the Volkswagen T5 Multivan, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 L (1984 cc - 85 kW/115 hp, engine code AXA)
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 TSI (1984 cc, 110 kW/150 hp and 150 kW/204 hp, CJKB and CJKA)
- VR6 - 3.2 L (3189 cc - 173 kW/235 hp, BDL).
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.9 TDI (75-128 kW/102-174 hp)
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 TDI (62-132 kW/84-180 hp)
- 5 cylinders - 2.5 TDI (96-128 kW/130-174 hp).
Model years: since 2010.
![Pages of the book [JH 306] VW T5 Multivan (ab MJ 2010) (1)](../afb/details/PP04049.jpg)
This owner's guide describes the technology of the VW T5 Multivan. Comprehensive instructions for the replacement of current parts such as shock absorbers, brake pads, brake discs, master cylinder and brake fluid / door mirrors, fuel cap, grille, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, interior trim and seats / alternator and starter motor, voltage regulator, headlamps, tail lights / air filter, drivebelt, thermostat, coolant, oil filter and any glow plugs.
This manual also features adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.
Product details
| Details: | 256 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 350 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2018) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (306) |
| ISBN: | 9783613040496 |
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VW T5 Bus / Transporter - Wohnmobil-Selbstausbau | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Christoph Pandikow expertly and clearly explains everything the ambitious hobbyist needs to know to prepare his Volkswagen T5 for the journey. Specifically, this book deals with the selection of the basic vehicle, the planning of the interior and modifications to the bodywork.
Detailed information on insulation and wall coverings, finished furniture and kits, windows and roofs, sleeping places, seats and belts, curtains and blinds, electrical installation on board for 12 and 220 Volt, gas and water installations, refrigerator and heating, legal regulations and requirements, inspection and insurance. Finally, there is also an extensive address list.
![Pages of the book [JH 303] VW T5 Transporter - Wohnmobil-Selbstausbau (1)](../afb/details/PP03878.jpg)
Product details
| Author: | Christoph Pandikow |
| Details: | 232 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | about 300 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2016) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (303) |
| ISBN: | 9783613038783 |
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Volkswagen Transporter T5 - benzyna i diesel (modele 05/2003-06/2015) | Sam naprawiam samochód
A richly illustrated repair manual for the Volkswagen Transporter vans (factory designation T5) and derivatives of the Multivan, Caravelle and California models, manufactured from 05/2003 to 06/2015.
Petrol engines:
- 4-cylinder 2.0 L type AXA (115 hp)
- VR6 - 3.2 L type BDL/BDM/BKK (235 hp)
Diesel engines:
- 4-cylinder 1.9 L - 84 hp (type BRR), 86 hp (type AXC, 102 hp (type BRS) and 104 hp (type AXB)
- 5-cylinder 2.5 L - 130 hp (type AXD/BNZ), 163 hp (type BLJ) or 174 hp (type AXE/BPC)
With two- and four-wheel drive systems (4Motion).
- In addition, among other items, a service plan, a detailed description of service and repair activities that can be performed by the users themselves, and electrical wiring diagrams (for models from 06/2004).
- Polish edition of the book from the series "So wird's gemacht".
Product details
| Author: | Hans-Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 340 pages, 25 x 19.5 x 2 cm / 9.8 x 7.7 x 0.79 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 552 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2011) |
| Series: | Sam naprawiam samochód |
| ISBN: | 9788320617894 |
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