VW Beetle 1302 and 1303: service and repair manuals

VW Beetle 1303, 1303 S & 1303 GT - 1285 cc and 1584 cc (1972-1975)

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen Beetle 1303, 1303 S and 1303 GT.

Petrol engines: 1285 and 1584 cc.

Production years: 1972-1975. Covers the versions with manual transmission and automaat.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the VW Beetle 1303, 1303S and 1303GT describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the engine (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump and seals).
It also addresses issues related to the cooling system, heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Furthermore, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• 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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VW Beetle 1302 & 1302 S - 1285 cc and 1584 cc (1970-1972)

Haynes Classic Reprint Manual on the Volkswagen Super Beetle 1302 and 1302S.

Petrol engines: 1.3 (1285 cc, AB) and 1.6 (1584 cc, AD and AE).

Production years: 1970-1972.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the VW Super Beetle 1302 and 1302S describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the engine (valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump and seals).
It also addresses issues related to the cooling system, ventilation, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Furthermore, it covers work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior and electrical system.

• 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 Super Beetle, Beetle & Karmann Ghia - Type 1 - (1970-1979) (USA) - Bentley Official Service Manual

Bentley Service Manual, written by Volkswagen of America. Describes in great detail maintenance and repair of the VW Type 1 (Beetle).

Versions: Super Beetle, Beetle, Beetle Convertible and Karmann Ghia.

Model years: 1970-1979.

This Bentley workshop manual on the VW Beetle, Super Beetle and Karmann Ghia from the years 1970-1979 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 cars.

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The Volkswagen Super Beetle Handbook - A Restoration Guide For 1971-1974 Models

Covering all Super Beetle models manufactured in Volkswagen's glory years of 1971-1974, this indispensable resource for Beetle enthusiasts details the ground-up restoration - from the chassis and engine to the drivetrain and interior - of the most popular vehicle Volkswagen ever produced.