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VW Passat I (B1, 1973-1980) repair manuals
A repair manual for your VW Passat I (type B1, 1973-1980)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on VW cars.
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VW Passat - Petrol (1973-1981) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the VW Passat petrol models.
Petrol engines:
- 1.3 L (1296 cc)
- 1.5 L (1471 cc)
- 1.6 L (1588 cc)
Production years: 1973-1981.
This Haynes manual for the VW Passat describes service and repair of the petrol engines (timing gear, 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, the gearbox, the driveshafts, the braking system, the suspension, the steering gear, the body, the interior and the 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
| Details: | 342 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, hardback | 
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| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 1987) | 
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| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0238) | 
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| ISBN: | 9780856965906 | 
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Volkswagen Passat L-S-LS et TS (1973-1981) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 337
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 337) repair manual covering the Volkswagen Passat petrol models, 3-door, 5-door and Variant estate.
Versions: L, S, LS and TS.
Production years: 1973-1981.
This Revue Technique for the VW Passat describes extensively service and repair of the petrol engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump and 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.
- 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 | 
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| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 1991) | 
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| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 337) | 
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| ISBN: | 9782726833735 | 
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VW Passat 1300 L, GL (2/1979-9/1980) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Passat 1300 L and GL.
Production years: 2/1979-9/1980.
![Pages of the book [0461] VW Passat 1300 L, GL (2/1979-9/1980) (1)](../afb/details/PP20774.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Passat 1300 L and GL 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 9th edition (1981).
Product details
| Details: | 136 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback | 
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| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016) | 
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| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (461) | 
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| ISBN: | 9783716815205 | 
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VW - Passat - Alle Modelle mit 1.3, 1.5 und 1.6 Liter Motor - L, S, LS, TS | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volswagen Passat.
Versions: L, S, LS and TS.
Petrol engines: 1.3, 1.5 and 1.6 litre.
![Pages of the book [0219] VW Passat - 1.3, 1.5, 1.6 (bis 1975) (1)](../afb/details/PP20740.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Passat 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.
Product details
| Details: | 100 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback | 
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| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2013) | 
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| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (219) | 
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| ISBN: | 9783716812839 | 
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VW Passat - 1.3, 1.5 und 1.6 L Benziner (8/1973-8/1980) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 13) for the Volkswagen Passat petrol models.
Petrol engines:
- 1.3 L (55 hp, 08/1973-02/1978)
- 1.5 L (75/1985 hp, 08/1973-07/1975)
- 1.6 L (75/1985 hp, 08/1975-08/1980).
Production years: 08/1973-08/1980.
The initial section of this manual for the VW Passat covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.3, 1.5 and 1.6 L petrol engines and the 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.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold | 
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| Details: | 204 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback | 
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| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2017) | 
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| Series: | So wird's gemacht (13) | 
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| ISBN: | 9783768802994 | 
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VW Passat - alle Modelle (bis 7/1977) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 48, reprint) for the Volkswagen Passat.
Production years: until 7/1977.
- This repair manual for the VW Passat describes maintenance and repair of the 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 4th edition (1976).
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp | 
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| Details: | 235 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback | 
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| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2016) | 
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| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (48) | 
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| ISBN: | 9783879433766 | 
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VW Passat 1600 - S, LS, GLS, GLI (2/1979-9/1980) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Passat 1600.
Versions: S, LS, GLS and GLI.
Production years: 2/1979-9/1980.
![Pages of the book [0469] VW Passat 1600 (2/1979-9/1980) (1)](../afb/details/PP20795.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Passat provides detailed instructions for work on the 1.6 litre 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 5th edition (1986).
Product details
| Details: | 152 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback | 
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| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016) | 
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| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (469-470) | 
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| ISBN: | 9783716815274 | 
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VW Passat S, LS, TS, GL, GLS (1976-1/1979) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Passat S, LS, TS, GL and GLS.
Production years: 1976-1/1979.
![Pages of the book [0315] VW Passat S, LS, TS, GL, GLS (1976-1/1979) (1)](../afb/details/PP20787.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Passat 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 4th edition (1989).
Product details
| Details: | 128 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback | 
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| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
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| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016) | 
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| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (315) | 
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| ISBN: | 9783716813966 | 
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