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VW Polo II (1981-1994) repair manuals
A repair manual for your VW Polo II (types 86c or 86c 2F, 1981-1994)? Here are detailed shop manuals for DIY service and repairs on VW cars.
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VW Polo - Petrol (Nov 1990 - Aug 1994) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen Polo saloon, hatchback and Coupé, including the Polo G40.
Petrol engines:
- 1.05 L (1043, engine code AAU)
- 1.3 L (1272 cc, AAV and 3F)
- 1.3 L G40 (1272 cc, supercharger, PY).
Production years: 1990-8/1994.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the diesel models or the new VW Polo, introduced in September 1994.
This Haynes manual for the VW Polo petrol models describes service and repair of the petrol engines (distribution, 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
| Author: | A. K. Legg, Spencer Drayton |
| Details: | 250 pages, 27 x 21 x 2 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.79 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2018) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (3245) |
| ISBN: | 9781785214462 |
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VW Polo - Petrol (1982 - Oct 1990) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen Polo hatchback, Coupé and saloon/Classic.
Petrol engines:
- 1.05 L (1043 cc, engine code GL)
- 1.1 L (1093 cc, HB)
- 1.3 L (1272 cc, HH).
Production years: 1982-10/1990.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the new Polo introduced in November 1990.
This Haynes manual for the VW Polo 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: | 195 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 1996) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0813) |
| ISBN: | 9781859602713 |
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Volkswagen Polo - essence (9/1981-1/1993) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 425.7
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 425) repair manual covering the Volkswagen Polo petrol models.
Production years: 9/1981-1/1993.
This Revue Technique for the VW Polo 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.
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| Details: | 144 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 1995) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 425.7) |
| ISBN: | 9782726842577 |
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VW Polo (10/1981-10/1994), Derby (2/1982-10/1985) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 119, reprint) for the Volkswagen Polo (10/1981-10/1994) and Derby (2/1982-10/1985).
Petrol engines:
- 1.05 litre (29 kW/40 hp and 33 kW/45 hp)
- 1.1 litre (37 kW/50 hp)
- 1.3 litre (40 kW/55 hp, 44 kW/60 hp, 55 kW/75 hp, 83 kW/113 hp and 85 kW/115 hp).
![Pages of the book [JH 119] VW Polo (10/1981-1994), Derby (2/1982-1985) (1)](../afb/details/PP01092.jpg)
- This repair manual for the VW Polo and Derby 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.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 270 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | about 250 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2012) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (119) |
| ISBN: | 9783613010925 |
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VW Polo (9/1981-8/1994), Derby (9/1981-8/1985) - Benziner und Diesel | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 34) for the Volkswagen models:
- Polo II and Polo II Coupé (09/1981-08/1994)
- Derby (09/1981-08/1985)
Petrol engines:
- 1.05 L (29 kW/40 hp, engine code GL, 11/81-10/86)
- 1.05 L (33 kW/45 hp, HZ, 08/85-02/92)
- 1.05 L (33 kW/45 hp, HZ/AAK/AAU, 08/85-08/94, with catalytic converter)
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, HB, 09/81-07/83)
- 1.3 L (40 kW/55 hp, HK/HW, 08/83-08/90)
- 1.3 L (40 kW/55 hp, MH/2G/NZ/AAV, 08/85-08/94, with catalytic converter)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, HH, 10/81-07/83)
- 1.3 L (55 kW/75 hp, GK, 10/82-07/89)
- 1.3 L (55 kW/75 hp, 3F, 10/89-08/94, with catalytic converter)
Diesel engines:
- 1.3 L (33 kW/45 hp, engine code MN, 07/86-08/90)
- 1.4 L (35 kW/48 hp, 1W, 08/90-08/94).
The initial section of this manual for the VW Polo II and Derby 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.
- 8 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 262 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 419 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2016) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (34) |
| ISBN: | 9783768804080 |
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VW Polo, Polo Classic, Derby (ab Herbst 1981) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo, Polo Classic and Derby.
Versions: C, CL, GL, Formel E, Coupè and Coupè GT
Petrol engines: 1.0 L (1043 cc), 1.1 L (1093 cc) and 1.3 L (1272 cc).
Production years: since autumn 1981.
![Pages of the book [0675] VW Polo / Polo Classic / Derby (1)](../afb/details/PP20845.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Polo, Polo Classic and 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 5th edition (1991).
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 (675-676) |
| ISBN: | 9783716815946 |
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VW Polo - 1.05-Liter Einspritzmotor / 1.3-Liter Einspritzmotor (ab 1988) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo.
Petrol engines: 1.05 and 1.3 litre with injection.
Production years: since 1988.
![Pages of the book [1092] VW Polo - 1.05/1.3 L Einspritzmotor (ab 88) (1)](../afb/details/PP20512.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Polo provides detailed instructions for work on the 1.05 and 1.3 L petrol engines with injection system (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).
Product details
| Details: | 155 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1092-1093-1094) |
| ISBN: | 9783716818206 |
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VW Polo (ab 1985) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Polo II.
Petrol engines: 1.05 and 1.3 L.
Production years: since 1985.
![Pages of the book [0912] VW Polo (ab 1985) (1)](../afb/details/PP20921.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 1st edition (1985).
Product details
| Details: | 194 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2017) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (912-913-914) |
| ISBN: | 9783716817407 |
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Volkswagen Polo (modele 1981-1994)
A richly illustrated repair manual for owners and users of second-generation Volkswagen Polo passenger cars:
- produced since 09/1981, models: Polo, Polo Coupé, Polo Classic, in versions C, CL, C Formel E, CL Formel E, GL, GT, SP, G40
- and modernized in September 1990 and produced until 08/1994, models: Polo Coach (Steilheck) and Polo Coupé, in versions Base, CL, Cli, GT, G40
- as well as other versions with a limited number of copies (e.g. Houston, Peppermint, Bel Air).
Petrol engines:
- carbureted: 1.05 L, 1.1 L and 1.3 L
- with petrol injection: 1.05 L and 1.3 L
- with petrol injection and mechanical supercharging (G-type compressor) 1.3 L.
With 4- and 5-speed mechanical gearboxes.
- Numerous tips, supplementary data and auxiliary data concerning the operation and repair of the car.
- The technical maintenance plan recommended by the vehicle manufacturer is also provided, as well as typical faults and methods of their removal.
- A wealth of illustrative material facilitates understanding the content and carrying out individual activities.
- Polish edition of the book from the series Revue Technique Automobile.
Product details
| Details: | 168 pages, 29 x 20 x 0.8 cm / 11.4 x 7.9 x 0.31 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 271 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2009) |
| ISBN: | 9788320611328 |
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