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VW Polo I (86, 1975-1981) and Derby repair manuals
A repair manual for your VW Polo I (type 86, 1975-1981) or Derby? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on VW cars.
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VW Polo & Derby / Audi 50 (1976 - Jan 1982) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the:
- VW Polo Basic, N, L, LS, LX and GLS
- VW Derby S, LS and GLS
- Audi 50 Basic, LS and GLE.
Petrol engines:
- 0.9 L (895 cc, engine code HA)
- 1.1 L (1093 cc, HB and HC)
- 1.3 L (1272 cc, HH).
Production years: 1976-1/1982.
This Haynes manual for the Volkswagen Polo and Derby 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, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and 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: | 251 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, hardback | 
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings | 
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 1983) | 
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0335) | 
| ISBN: | 9780856969249 | 
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Volkswagen Polo et Derby / Audi 50 (1975-1982) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 363
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 363) repair manual covering the Audi 50 / Volkswagen Polo and Derby.
Petrol engines: 900, 1100 and 1300.
Production years: 1975-1982.
This Revue Technique for the Audi 50 / VW Polo and Derby 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 | 
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings | 
| Publisher: | ETAI (F) | 
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 363) | 
| ISBN: | 9782726836323 | 
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VW Polo / Audi 50 (1977-8/1978) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the:
- Polo L, S, LS and GLS
- Audi 50 LS and GLS
Production years: 1977-8/1978.
![Pages of the book [0329] VW Polo / Audi 50 (1977-8/1978) (1)](../afb/details/PP20915.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Polo and Audi 50 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 8th edition (1986).
 
Product details
| Details: | 132 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback | 
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) | 
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (329) | 
| ISBN: | 9783716814130 | 
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VW Derby - L, GL, LS, CL, GLS, S, CLC, Formel E (1/1978 - Herbst 1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Derby.
Versions: L, GL, LS, CL, GLS, S, CLC and Formel E.
Production years: 1/1978 - autumn 1981.
![Pages of the book [0600] VW Derby (1/1978 - Herbst 1981) (1)](../afb/details/PP20904.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Derby 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 (1982).
 
Product details
| Details: | 150 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback | 
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) | 
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (600-601) | 
| ISBN: | 9783716815410 | 
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VW Polo - alle Modelle (bis 9/1981) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 56, reprint) for the Volkswagen Polo.
Production years: until 9/1981.
- This repair manual for the VW Polo describes maintenance and repair of the engine: 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 9th edition (1988).
 
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp | 
| Details: | 232 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback | 
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2016) | 
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (56) | 
| ISBN: | 9783879434619 | 
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VW Polo - L, GL, S, GLS, GT, LX, Formel E (9/1978-8/1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo.
Versions: L, GL, S, GLS, GT, LX and Formel E.
Production years: 9/1978-8/1981.
![Pages of the book [0495] VW Polo (9/78-8/81) (1)](../afb/details/PP20782.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Polo 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 3rd edition (1982).
 
Product details
| Details: | 148 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback | 
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016) | 
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (495-496) | 
| ISBN: | 9783716815397 | 
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VW Polo (3/1975-8/1981), Derby (3/1977-8/1981) / Audi 50 (9/1974-8/1978) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 15) for the:
- Volkswagen Polo (03/1975-08/1981)
- Volkswagen Derby (03/1977-08/1981)
- Audi 50 (09/1974-08/1978)
Petrol engines:
Polo:
- 0.9 L (29 kW/40 hp, 3/75-8/81)
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 9/76-8/81)
- 1.1 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/76-3/77)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 3/77-8/81)
Derby:
- 0.9 L (29 kW/40 hp, 3/77-8/81)
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 3/77-8/81)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 3/77-8/81)
Audi 50:
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 9/74-8/78)
- 1.1 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/74-8/78)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/77-8/78).
The initial section of this manual for the VW Polo and Derby / Audi 50 covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 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.
 - Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
 
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold | 
| Details: | 174 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback | 
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings | 
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2014) | 
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (15) | 
| ISBN: | 9783768802093 | 
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Years: 1975 1976 1977 1978 1979 1980 1981