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VW Scirocco I (53, 1974-1981): service and repair manuals

A manual on your Volkswagen Scirocco I (type 53, 1974-1981)? Here are Haynes and other service and repair manuals on these Volkswagen cars. They provide detailed instructions to solve technical problems yourself and to repair or replace parts.


VW Golf & Jetta Mk 1 (1974-1984) / Scirocco (1974-1982) - Petrol 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 (1974-1984) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes workshop manual on the Volkswagen Golf I, Jetta I (1974-1984) and Scirocco I (1974-1982). Describes also the mechanical components of the Golf Cabriolet (but not the body or the soft top mechanism).

Petrol engines:
- 1.5 L (1457 and 1471 cc)
- 1.6 L (1588 cc)
- 1.8 L (1781 cc).

Production years: 1974-1984.

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the Caddy or the diesel models.

Pages of the book VW Golf/Jetta/Scirocco 1.5/1.6/1.8 (74-84) (1)

Using photos and step-by-step instructions this Haynes manual on the Gulf I, Jetta I and Scirocco I petrol models describes maintenance, repair and overhaul of the 1500, 1600 and 1800 petrol engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also addresses issues related to the cooling system (water pump, thermostat, fan 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:256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.4 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:hundreds of photographs and drawings
Publisher:Haynes Publishing (GB, 2013)
Series:Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0726)
EAN:9780857336170
Book: VW Golf & Jetta Mk 1 (1974-1984) / Scirocco (1974-1982) - Petrol 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 (1974-1984) - Haynes Service and Repair Manual

VW Golf & Jetta Mk 1 (1974-1984) / Scirocco (1974-1982) - Petrol 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 (1974-1984)

Language: English

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VW Golf (bis 10/1983), Jetta (bis 1/1984), Scirocco (bis 4/1981) - Benziner ohne Einspritzer - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 104, reprint) covering the Volkswagen models:
- Golf (until 10/1983)
- Jetta (until 1/1984)
- Scirocco (until 4/1981).

Petrol engines:
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp)
- 1.5 L (51 kW/70 hp and 63 kW/85 hp)
- 1.6 L (55 kW/75 hp and 63 kW/85 hp).

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the engines with injection.

Pages of the book [JH 104] VW Golf (<83), Jetta (<84), Scirocco (<81) (1)

  • This repair manual on the VW Golf, Jetta and Scirocco 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.

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Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:270 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1995)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (104)
EAN:9783613011946
Book: VW Golf (bis 10/1983), Jetta (bis 1/1984), Scirocco (bis 4/1981) - Benziner ohne Einspritzer - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Golf (bis 10/1983), Jetta (bis 1/1984), Scirocco (bis 4/1981) - Benziner ohne Einspritzer

Language: German

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VW Golf (9/1974-8/1983), Scirocco (3/1974-4/1981), Jetta (8/1979-12/1983) - Benziner 1.1 L und 1.3 L (50/60 PS) - So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 10) on the Volkswagen models:
- Golf (09/1974-08/1983)
- Scirocco (03/1974-04/1981)
- Jetta (08/1979-12/1983)

Petrol engines:
Golf:
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 9/74-8/83)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/79-8/83)
Jetta:
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 8/79-12/83)
- 1.3 L (44 kW/60 hp, 9/79-12/83)
Scirocco:
- 1.1 L (37 kW/50 hp, 3/74-4/81).

The initial section of this manual on the VW Golf, Scirocco and Jetta covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.1 L and 1.3 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.
  • Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.

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Author:Rüdiger Etzold
Specs:176 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2014)
Series:So wird's gemacht (10)
EAN:9783768802000
Book: VW Golf (9/1974-8/1983), Scirocco (3/1974-4/1981), Jetta (8/1979-12/1983) - Benziner 1.1 L und 1.3 L (50/60 PS) - So wird's gemacht

VW Golf (9/1974-8/1983), Scirocco (3/1974-4/1981), Jetta (8/1979-12/1983) - Benziner 1.1 L und 1.3 L (50/60 PS)

Language: German

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VW Golf, Scirocco (10/1977-8/1979) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen models:
- Golf L, GL, S, LS, GLS and GTI
- Scirocco L, S, LS, GT, GL, GTI and GLI.

Petrol engines: 1.1 L (50 hp), 1.5 L (70 hp) and 1.6 L (110 hp).

Production years: 10/1977-8/1979.

Pages of the book [0316] VW Golf, Scirocco (10/1977-8/1979) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Golf and Scirocco 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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Specs:160 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2013)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (316-317)
EAN:9783716813973
Book: VW Golf, Scirocco (10/1977-8/1979) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Golf, Scirocco (10/1977-8/1979)

Language: German

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VW Golf, Scirocco - Vierzylinder Modelle - 1.1, 1.5, 1.6 Liter (10/1977-8/1979) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco.

Petrol engines: 4 cylinders - 1.1, 1.5 and 1.6 litre.

Production years: 10/1977-8/1979.

Pages of the book [0985] VW Golf, Scirocco 1.1/1.5/1.6 (10/77-8/79) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Golf and Scirocco provides detailed instructions for work on the 4-cylinder 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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Specs:149 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (985-986-987)
EAN:9783716817865
Book: VW Golf, Scirocco - Vierzylinder Modelle - 1.1, 1.5, 1.6 Liter (10/1977-8/1979) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Golf, Scirocco - Vierzylinder Modelle - 1.1, 1.5, 1.6 Liter (10/1977-8/1979)

Language: German

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VW Golf, Scirocco - ohne Diesel- und Einspritzmotor (bis 7/1978) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 50, reprint) for the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco.

Production years: until 7/1978.

Exclusions: Please note that this manual does not cover the engines with injection or the diesel engines.

  • This repair manual on the VW Golf and Scirocco 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.

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Author:Dieter Korp
Specs:232 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1978)
Series:Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (50)
EAN:9783879433926
Book: VW Golf, Scirocco - ohne Diesel- und Einspritzmotor (bis 7/1978) - Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

VW Golf, Scirocco - ohne Diesel- und Einspritzmotor (bis 7/1978)

Language: German

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VW Golf, Scirocco - 1.1, 1.5, 1.6 Liter (bis 9/1977) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco.

Petrol engines: 1.1, 1.5 and 1.6 litre.

Production years: until 9/1977.

Pages of the book [0235] VW Golf, Scirocco - 1.1-1.5-1.6 L (bis 9/77) (1)

This Bucheli repair manual on the VW Golf and Scirocco 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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Specs:124 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback
Illustrations:numerous photographs and drawings
Publisher:Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012)
Series:Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (235)
EAN:9783716812969
Book: VW Golf, Scirocco - 1.1, 1.5, 1.6 Liter (bis 9/1977) - Bucheli Reparaturanleitung

VW Golf, Scirocco - 1.1, 1.5, 1.6 Liter (bis 9/1977)

Language: German

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