VW Beetle and Karmann Ghia: service and repair manuals

Volkswagen Beetle & Karmann Ghia (1954-1979) (USA)

Haynes Repair Manual on the Volkswagen Kever (1954-1979) and Karmann Ghia (1956-1975).

Gasoline engines: 1200, 1300, 1500 and 1600 cc.

This Haynes guide on the Volkswagen Kever and Karmann Ghia provides photos and detailed step-by-step instructions for maintaining and fixing the gasoline engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also addresses issues related to cooling, air conditioning, the fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Furthermore, it includes guidance for tasks involving the remaining vehicle components such as the clutch, gearbox (removal and installation), propshafts, braking system, suspension, steering box, body, interior and electrical system.

• 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 for easy reference.

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Volkswagen Coccinelle 1100 - 1200 - 1300 - 1500 Karmann Ghia (1939-1969)

Workshop manual from the French series "Les Archives du Collectionneur" (nr. 20). Describes maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen Beetle 1100, 1200, 1300, 1500 and Karmann Ghia.

Production years: 1939-1965.

This manual on the VW Beetle 1100, 1200, 1300, 1500 and Karmann Ghia models is based on the original editions of the Revue Technique Automobile.
Describes maintenance and repair of the engine, clutch, gearbox, front and rear axles, suspension, wheel hubs, brakes, steering and the electrical system.

• Complete with wiring diagrams.
• Also includes information on the history of these cars and model changes.

Volkswagen Beetle and Karmann Ghia - Types 11, 14 and 15 (1952-1957) (USA) - Bentley Workshop Manual

Bentley Service Manual, written by Volkswagen of America. Describes in great detail maintenance and repair of the VW models:
- Type 11 Beetle
- Type 14 Karmann Ghia Coupé
- Type 15 Beetle Cabriolet.

Gasoline engines:
- 1131 cc (25pk, Type 1)
- 1192 cc (36 hp, Type 1, since 1/1954)
- 1192 cc (36 hp, Type 1, since 8/1955).

Model years: 1952-1957.

This Bentley workshop manual on the VW Beetle and Karmann Ghia from the years 1952-1957 provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, Solex 28 PCI carburettor, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox (synchronized and not-synchronized), suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior and doors.

• Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
• This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.

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VW Käfer - alle Modelle (Jetzt mache ich ihn schneller)

Manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 7, reprint) for the tuning of the Volkswagen Beetle.

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