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VW Golf I Diesel (1976-1984): service and repair manuals

A manual on your Volkswagen Golf I Diesel (1976-1984)? Here are Haynes and other service and repair manuals on these Volkswagen passenger cars. They provide detailed instructions to solve technical problems yourself and to repair or replace parts.

VW Golf Mk 1 - Diesel (1978 - Feb 1984) & Jetta - Diesel (1981 - June 1984) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen models:
- Golf 1 Diesel C, D and LD (1978-2/1984)
- Jetta Diesel C, D and LD (1981-6/1984).

Diesel engines: 1.5 (1471 cc) and 1.6 (1588 cc).

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the Golf Diesel Van or the Caddy pick-up.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the VW Golf 1 and Jetta Diesel describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the heater, the injection pump and injection nozzles, the exhaust, the 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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Specs:283 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.4 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photographs and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2012)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0451)
Book: VW Golf Mk 1 - Diesel (1978 - Feb 1984) & Jetta - Diesel (1981 - June 1984) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

VW Golf Mk 1 - Diesel (1978 - Feb 1984) & Jetta - Diesel (1981 - June 1984)

Language: English

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VW Golf - 1.5 Liter Diesel (Herbst 1976-8/1980) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf Diesel.

Diesel engine: 1.5 litre.

Production years: autumn 1976-8/1980.

Pages of the book [0318] VW Golf - 1.5 Diesel (Herbst 1976-8/1980) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Golf Diesel provides detailed instructions for work on the diesel engine (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.

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Specs:104 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (318)
Book: VW Golf - 1.5 Liter Diesel (Herbst 1976-8/1980) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Golf - 1.5 Liter Diesel (Herbst 1976-8/1980)

Language: German

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VW Golf Diesel (ab 9/1980) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf I Diesel.

Production years: since 9/1980.

Pages of the book [0621] VW Golf Diesel (ab 9/1980) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Golf Diesel provides detailed instructions for work on the diesel engine (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 5th edition (1991).

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Specs:160 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (621-622)
Book: VW Golf Diesel (ab 9/1980) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Golf Diesel (ab 9/1980)

Language: German

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VW Golf - Diesel, Turbo-Diesel - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 76, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf I Diesel and Turbo-Diesel.

  • This repair manual on the VW Golf I Diesel et Turbo-Diesel describes maintenance and repair of the diesel 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.
  • Reprint of the 3rd edition (1983).

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Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:232 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2016)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (76)
Book: VW Golf - Diesel, Turbo-Diesel - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Golf - Diesel, Turbo-Diesel

Language: German

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VW Golf Diesel (bis 10/1983) / Jetta Diesel (bis 01/1984) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 131, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf Diesel (until 10/1983) and Jetta Diesel (until 01/1984).

Versions: C, CL, GL, LD, GLD, GTD and Formel E.

Diesel engines:
- 1.5 L (37 kW/50 hp)
- 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp)
- 1.6 L Turbo (51 kW/70 hp).

Pages of the book [JH 131] VW Golf D (bis 10/83) / Jetta D (bis 01/84) (1)

  • This repair manual on the VW Golf Diesel and Jetta Diesel describes maintenance and repair of the 1.5 L and 1.6 L diesel 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.
  • Reprint of the 3rd edition (1994).

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Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:258 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2017)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (131)
Book: VW Golf Diesel (bis 10/1983) / Jetta Diesel (bis 01/1984) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Golf Diesel (bis 10/1983) / Jetta Diesel (bis 01/1984)

Language: German

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