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VW Passat III - IV (1988-1997): service and repair manuals

A manual on your VW Passat III (type B3, 1988-1993) or Passat IV (type B4, 1993-1997)? Here are Haynes and other service and repair manuals on these VW cars. They provide detailed instructions to solve technical problems yourself and to repair or replace parts.


VW Passat - Petrol & Diesel (May 1988-1996) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen Passat saloon and estate, petrol and diesel.

Petrol engines:
- 1.8 8V (1781 cc, engine codes PB, PF, RP, AAM, ABS and ADZ)
- 2.0 8V (1984 cc, 2E, ADY and AGG).

turbo diesel engines: 1.9 (1896 cc, AAZ, 1Z, AHU and AFN).

Production years: 5/1988-1996.

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the 16V DOHC or 2.8 VR6 petrol engines nor the 1.6 litre diesel engines.

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the VW Passat describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the petrol and diesel engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the 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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Specs:28 x 21.5 x 2.6 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 1.02 in, hardback
Illustrations:hundreds of photographs and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 1998)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (3498)
EAN:9781859604984
Book: VW Passat - Petrol & Diesel (May 1988-1996) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

VW Passat - Petrol & Diesel (May 1988-1996)

Language: English

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VW Passat - Benziner Vierzylinder (4/1988-10/1993) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 133, reprint) for the Volkswagen Passat petrol models (4 cylinders).

Versions: Limousine, Variant, CL, GL, GT.

Petrol engines: 4 cylinders - 1.6 (1595 cc, 53 kW/72 hp and 55 kW/75 hp, engine codes RF, 1F and EZ), 1.8 L (1781 cc, 55 kW/75 hp, 66 kW/90 hp and 79 kW/107 hp, AAM, RP and PF) and 2.0 L (1984 cc, 85 kW/115 hp and 100 kW/136 hp, 2E and 9A).

Production years: 4/1988-10/1993.

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the G60, VR6 or the Syncro 4x4 drivetrain.

Pages of the book [JH 133] VW Passat Benziner (4/1988-10/1993) (1)

  • This repair manual on the VW Passat 4-cylinder petrol models 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 (1997).

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Author:Dieter Korp, Thomas Haeberle, Thomas Nauck
Specs:272 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:about 250 photographs and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2017)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (133)
EAN:9783613012493
Book: VW Passat - Benziner Vierzylinder (4/1988-10/1993) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Passat - Benziner Vierzylinder (4/1988-10/1993)

Language: German

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VW Passat - Limousine (4/1988-9/1996), Variant (6/1988-5/1997) - So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 61) on the Volkswagen Passat, petrol and diesel.

Versions:
- Passat Limousine (4/1988-9/1996)
- Passat Variant (6/1988-5/1997).

Petrol engines:
1.6 L (53 kW/72 hp, 04/88-07/90)
1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp, 04/88-09/93)
1.6 L (74 kW/100 hp, 08/94-05/97)
1.8 L (55 kW/75 hp, 08/90-05/97)
1.8 L (66 kW/90 hp, 04/88-05/97)
1.8 L (79 kW/107 hp, 04/88-07/90)
1.8 L (82 kW/112 hp, 04/88-07/90)
1.8 L (100 kW/136 hp, 07/88-09/93)
1.8 L (118 kW/160 hp, 10/88-09/93)
2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp, 03/90-05/97)
2.0 L (100 kW/136 PS)07/88-09/93)
2.0 L (110 kW/150 hp, 10/93-05/97)
2.8 L (128 kW/174 hp, 10/90-05/97)
2.9 L (135 kW/184 hp, 09/93-05/97)

Diesel engines:
1.6 L (59 kW/80 hp, 04/88-09/93)
1.9 L (50 kW/68 hp, 05/89-09/93)
1.9 L (55 kW/75 hp, 04/91-05/97)
1.9 L (66 kW/90 hp, 11/93-05/97)
1.9 L (81 kW/110 hp, 01/96-05/97).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Passat covers inspection and daily maintenance of the petrol and 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.
  • 34 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Specs:336 pages, 26 x 19.5 x 2 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 x 0.79 in, paperback
Illustrations:566 photographs and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2021)
Series:So wird's gemacht (61)
EAN:9783667121165
Book: VW Passat - Limousine (4/1988-9/1996), Variant (6/1988-5/1997) - So wird's gemacht

VW Passat - Limousine (4/1988-9/1996), Variant (6/1988-5/1997)

Language: German

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VW Passat - 1.9 Liter Diesel, 1.6 Liter Turbodiesel (1988-1991) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

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

Diesel engines: 1.9 D (1896 cc) and 1.6 L Turbodiesel (1588 cc).

Production years: 1988-1991.

Pages of the book [1083] VW Passat - 1.9 Dl, 1.6 TD (1988-1991) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Passat Diesel provides detailed instructions for work on the diesel 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 (1991).

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Specs:120 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1083-1084-1085)
EAN:9783716818169
Book: VW Passat - 1.9 Liter Diesel, 1.6 Liter Turbodiesel (1988-1991) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Passat - 1.9 Liter Diesel, 1.6 Liter Turbodiesel (1988-1991)

Language: German

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VW Passat - Benziner (1992-7/1996) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli workshop manual on the Volkswagen Passat IV.

Versions: CL, GL, GL 16 V, Safety, Monte Carlo, Swiss Star and G60 - limousine, Variant and Syncro.

Petrol engines:
- 1.6 L (74 hp, engine codes AEK and AFT)
- 1.8 L (75 hp, AAM)
- 1.8 L (90 hp, engine codes RP, ABS and ADZ)
- 1.8 L (with G60 compressor, 160 hp, PG),
- 2.0 L (115 hp, engine codes 2E, ADY and AGG)
- 2.0 L (16V, 136 and 150 hp, 9A and ABF).

Production years: 1992-7/1996.

Pages of the book [1214] VW Passat Benziner (92-7/96) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Passat petrol models 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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Author:Peter Russek
Specs:248 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 1998)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1214)
EAN:9783716819494
Book: VW Passat - Benziner (1992-7/1996) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Passat - Benziner (1992-7/1996)

Language: German

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VW Passat - 6-Zylinder-Motor (VR6) (ab 1991) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Passat.

Petrol engines: 6 cylinders (VR6).

Production years: since 1991.

Pages of the book [1095] VW Passat - 6-Zylinder (VR6) (ab 1991) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Passat provides detailed instructions for work on the VR6 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 (1992).

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Specs:166 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1095-1096-1097)
EAN:9783716818213
Book: VW Passat - 6-Zylinder-Motor (VR6) (ab 1991) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Passat - 6-Zylinder-Motor (VR6) (ab 1991)

Language: German

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Volkswagen Passat (B3) - 4 cylinder Gasoline Models (1990-1993) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Bentley Service Manual covering in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen Passat 4-cylinder gasoline models (B3 platform), including GL, Wagon and Syncro.

Gasoline engines: 2.0 litre 16V (engine code 9A).

Transmissions:
Manual transmission (removal and installation, external service):
- 5 gears (02A)
Automatic transmission (removal and installation, external service):
- 4 gears (096).

Model years: 1990-1993.

This Bentley workshop manual on the VW Passat (B3) provides detailed instructions for work on the 2.0 L petrol engine (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 247 pages wiring diagrams.
  • This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.

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Specs:640 pages, 28.5 x 22.5 x 4.1 cm / 11.2 x 8.9 x 1.61 in, hardback
Illustrations:639 photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bentley Publishers (USA, 2012)
Series:Bentley Service Manual
EAN:9780837616582
Book: Volkswagen Passat (B3) - 4 cylinder Gasoline Models (1990-1993) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Volkswagen Passat (B3) - 4 cylinder Gasoline Models (1990-1993) (USA) - Bentley Service Manual

Language: English

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VW Passat - 1.6, 1.8 und 2.0 Liter Benzinmotoren (ab Frühjahr 1988) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Passat.

Petrol engines: 1.6 L, 1.8 L, 1.8 L 16V and 2.0 L 16V.

Production years: since spring 1988.

Pages of the book [0964] VW Passat - 1.6, 1.8, 2.0 (ab Fruhjahr 1988) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Passat provides detailed instructions for work on the 8V and 16V 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 3rd edition (2000).

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Specs:188 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (964)
EAN:9783716817674
Book: VW Passat - 1.6, 1.8 und 2.0 Liter Benzinmotoren (ab Frühjahr 1988) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Passat - 1.6, 1.8 und 2.0 Liter Benzinmotoren (ab Frühjahr 1988)

Language: German

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Volkswagen Passat - benzyna i diesel (B3 i B4, modele 1988-1996)

Bogato ilustrowany, fachowy poradnik dla posiadaczy i użytkowników samochodów osobowych Volkswagen Passat (typu B3 i B4), produkowanych od 03/1988 do 08/1996, z nadwoziami limuzyna i kombi.

Silniki benzynowe 4-cylindrowe:
- 1.6 L 8V (gaznikowe, typu EZ i ABN)
- 1.8 L 8V (zasilane jednopunktowym wtryskiem paliwa, RP i ABS)
- 1.8 L 8V (zasilane wielopunktowym wtryskiem paliwa, PB)
- 2.0 L 8V (2E i AGG)
- 1.8 L 16V (zasilane wielopunktowym wtryskiem paliwa, KR)
- 2.0 L 16V (9A i ABF)

Silniki wysokoprężne:
- 1.9 L 8V (z wtryskiem posrednim niedoladowane, typu 1Y)
- 1.6 L 8V (z wtryskiem posrednim turbołe, RA i SB)
- 1.9 L 8V (typu AAZ)
- 1.9 L 8V (z wtryskiem bezposrednim turbołe, 1Z i AFN).

Wyposazonych w mechaniczne i automatyczne skrzynki przekładniowe .

  • W książce opisano i zestawiono: szczegółowe dane techniczne i regulacyjne, momenty dokręcania ważniejszych połączeń, prace obsługowo-naprawcze, wyposażenie niezbędne do obsługi i naprawy, materiały eksploatacyjne i częstość ich wymiany, schematy instalacji elektrycznej.
  • Polskie wydanie książki Revue Technique Automobile.
Author:Praca zbiorowa
Specs:276 pages, 29 x 20 cm / 11.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:376 photographs and drawings
Publisher:Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2009)
EAN:9788320612899
Book: Volkswagen Passat - benzyna i diesel (B3 i B4, modele 1988-1996)

Volkswagen Passat - benzyna i diesel (B3 i B4, modele 1988-1996)

Language: Polish

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Volkswagen Passat - gasoline, Diesel, TDI (B4, 1995-1997) (USA) - Official Factory Repair Manual

American Bentley workshop manual (2 volumes). Describes in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen Passat (B4).

Gasoline engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 L (engine code ABA)
- VR6 - 2.8 L (AAA)

Diesel engines:
- 1.9 TD (engine code AAZ)
- 1.9 TDI (1Z)

Transmissions:
Manual gearboxes (removal and installation, external service): 02A (5 gears)

Automatic transmissions (removal and installation, external service):
096 and 01M (4 gears)

Model years: 1995-1997.

This Bentley Service manual on the Volkswagen Passat provides detailed instructions for interventions on the engine (mechanical part, timing gear, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and the 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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Author:Volkswagen of America
Specs:2368 pages, 31 x 24 x 15.8 cm / 12.2 x 9 x 6.22 in, hardback
Illustrations:2464 photographs and drawings, 136 pages wiring diagrams
Publisher:Bentley Publishers (USA, 2015)
Series:Bentley Service Manual
EAN:9780837617534
Book: Volkswagen Passat - gasoline, Diesel, TDI (B4, 1995-1997) (USA) - Official Factory Repair Manual

Volkswagen Passat - gasoline, Diesel, TDI (B4, 1995-1997) (USA) - Official Factory Repair Manual

Language: English

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VW Passat - Diesel (ab 8/1988) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 150, reprint) for the Volkswagen Passat diesel models.

Versions: CL, GL and GT.

Diesel engines:
- 1.6 L (59 kW/80 hp).
- 1.9 L (50 kW/68 hp).
- 1.9 L Turbo (55 kW/75 hp).

Production years: since 08/1988.

Pages of the book [JH 150] VW Passat - Diesel (ab 8/1988) (1)

  • This repair manual on the VW Passat Diesel describes maintenance and repair of the 1.6 L and 1.9 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 1st edition (1991).

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Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:274 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 (150)
EAN:9783613014329
Book: VW Passat - Diesel (ab 8/1988) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Passat - Diesel (ab 8/1988)

Language: German

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VW Passat - Benziner Vierzylinder (ohne 16 V) / TDI Diesel (11/1993-11/1996) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 183, reprint) for the Volkswagen Passat, Limousine and Variant.

Petrol engines: 4 cylinders - 1.6 L (74 kW/100 hp), 1.8 L (55 kW/75 hp and 66 kW/90 hp) and 2.0 L (85 kW/115 hp).

Diesel engines: 1.9 TDI 66 kW/90 hp and 81 kW/110 hp).

Production years: 11/1993-11/1996.

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the 16V petrol engines.

Pages of the book [JH 183] VW Passat - 4-Zyl. (11/1993-11/1996) (1)

  • This repair manual on the VW Passat describes maintenance and repair of the 4-cylinder petrol and 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 2nd edition (1999).

Click here to know more about the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst"

Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:274 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 (183)
EAN:9783613017351
Book: VW Passat - Benziner Vierzylinder (ohne 16 V) / TDI Diesel (11/1993-11/1996) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Passat - Benziner Vierzylinder (ohne 16 V) / TDI Diesel (11/1993-11/1996)

Language: German

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