VW Jetta I: workshop manuals - service and repair

VW Golf and Jetta - Haynes Restoration Manual

The VW Golf hatchback, introduced in 1974, soon became one of the world's most popular cars. Its reliability and longevity has ensured that the car continues in production to the present day. The GTI has become a modern-day 'classic' while the Jetta, primarily a Golf with a boot, is particularly popular in the USA.

Lindsay Porter tells you what to look for when buying an older car and how to bring it back to first-class condition. Covers Golf Marks 1 and 2 (petrol), GTI 1600 and 1800, Jetta and Rabbit (USA) but excludes 4WD and diesel models.

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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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Volkswagen Rabbit, Golf, Scirocco, Jetta, Pickup Truck (A1) - Gasoline Models (1980-1984) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen models:
- Rabbit
- Pick-Up (Caddy in Europe)
- Golf Cabriolet and Golf GTI
- Jetta
- Scirocco.

Gasoline engines:
- 1.5 L (with carburettor, engine code FX)
- 1.6 L (injection, EJ)
- 1.7 L (injection, and)
- 1.8 L (injection, JH)

Model years: 1980-1984.

This Bentley workshop manual on the VW Rabbit, Scirocco, Jetta and Pickup (Caddy) provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission (only removal and installation), suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior, doors, central locking and air conditioning.

• Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
• Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings, OBD fault codes and wiring diagrams.
• This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.

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VW Golf (9/1976-8/1983), Jetta (8/1980-1/1984), Caddy (ab 11/1982) - Diesel - So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 9) on the Volkswagen models:
- Golf Diesel (09/1976-08/1983)
- Jetta Diesel (08/1980-01/1984)
- Caddy Diesel (since 11/1982).

Diesel engines:
- Golf 1.5 L (37 kW/50 hp, 8/76-8/80)
- Golf 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp, 9/80-8/83)
- Golf 1.6 L (51 kW/70 hp, 9/81-8/83)
- Jetta 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp, 8/80-1/84)
- Jetta 1.6 L (51 kW/70 hp, 5/82-1/84)
- Caddy 1.6 L (40 kW/54 hp, since 11/82).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Golf Diesel, Jetta Diesel and Caddy Diesel covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.5 L and 1.6 L 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.
• Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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VW Golf (9/1974-8/1983), Scirocco (2/1974-4/1981), Jetta (8/1979-12/1983), Caddy (9/1982-4/1992) - Benziner 1.5 L, 1.6 L und 1.8 L - So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 11) on the Volkswagen models:
- Golf (09/1974-08/1983)
- Scirocco (02/1974-04/1981)
- Jetta (08/1979-12/1983)
- Caddy (9/1982-04/1992).

Petrol engines:
Golf 1:
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 09/74-08/75)
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 08/77-08/83)
- 1.5 L (63 kW/85 hp, 09/74-08/75)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 09/75-07/77)
- 1.6 L (63 kW/85 hp, 09/75-08/83)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 06/76-07/82)
- 1.8 L (82 kW/112 hp, 08/82-08/83)
Jetta 1:
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 08/79-12/83)
- 1.6 L (63 kW/85 hp, 08/79-08/83)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 08/79-07/82)
Scirocco 1:
- 1.5 L (51/63 kW/70/85 hp, 02/74-04/81)
- 1.5 L (55/63 kW/70/85 hp, 02/74-04/81)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 02/74-04/81)
- 1.6 L (81 kW/110 hp, 02/74-04/81)
Caddy 1:
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp, 09/82-08/83)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 09/83-04/92).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Golf, Jetta, Scirocco and Caddy covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.5 L, 1.6 L and 1.8 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.
• 11 clear wiring diagrams (in colour) of the main circuits.

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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).

• 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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VW Jetta Diesel (ab 7/1980) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

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

Production years: since 7/1980.

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Jetta 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 4th edition (1982).

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VW Jetta - 1500, 1600, 1800 (ab 9/1980) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Jetta 1500, 1600 and 1800.

Petrol engines: 1.5 L (1457 cc), 1.6 L (1588 cc) and 1.8 L (1781 cc).

Production years: since 9/1980.

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Jetta 1500, 1600 and 1800 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.
• Reprint of the 12nd edition (1983).

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VW Jetta - 1.5 und 1.6 Liter (ab 8/1979) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Jetta.

Versions: S, LS, GLS, LI and GLI.

Petrol engines: 1.5 and 1.6 litre.

Production years: since 8/1979.

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Jetta 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.

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VW Jetta 1100, 1300 - L, GL, Formel E (ab 9/1980) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Jetta 1100 and 1300 (Typ 16).

Versions: L, GL and Formel E.

Petrol engines: 1.1 L (1093 cc) and 1.3 L (1272 cc).

Production years: since 9/1980.

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Jetta I provides detailed instructions for work on the 1.1 and 1.3 L 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.
• Reprint of the 4th edition (1983).

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VW Jetta - Benziner alle Modelle (bis 01/1984) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 90, reprint) for the Volkswagen Jetta petrol models.

Production years: until 01/1984.

• This repair manual on the VW Jetta describes maintenance and repair of the petrol 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 1st edition (1982).

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