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VW Transporter T2 (1968-1979) repair manuals
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VW Transporter T2 - 1600 (1968-1979) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen Transporter T2 1600.
Petrol engines: 1.6 L (1584 cc, air-cooled).
Production years: 1968-1979.
This Haynes manual for the VW Transporter T2 describes service and repair of the 1600 engine (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump and seals).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system, 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: | 256 pages, 27 x 22 x 1.2 cm / 10.6 x 8.7 x 0.47 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2013) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (0082) |
| ISBN: | 9780857336873 |
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VW Transporter T2 - 1700, 1800, 2000 (1972-1979) | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual
Haynes Classic Repair Manual for the Volkswagen Transporter T2 1700, 1800 and 2000.
Petrol engines (air-cooled):
- 1.7 (1679 cc)
- 1.8 (1795 cc)
- 2.0 (1970 cc).
Production years: 1972-1979.
This Haynes manual for the Volkswagen Transporter T2 describes service and repair of the 1700, 1800 and 2000 engines (valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump and seals).
It also includes procedures for the cooling system, ventilation, 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: | 256 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.2 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.47 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014) |
| Series: | Haynes Owners Workshop Manual (0226) |
| ISBN: | 9780857337412 |
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Volkswagen Transporter - 1.6, 1.7, 1.8 & 2.0 L (1968-1979) | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual
Autobooks repair manual for the Volkswagen T2 Transporter.
Versions: Van, Pick-up, Micro-bus and Kombi.
Petrol engines:
- 1.6 L (1584 cc)
- 1.7 L (1679 cc)
- 1.8 L (1795 cc)
- 2.0 L (1970 cc).
Production years: 1968-1979.
This Autobooks Manual for the VW T2 Transporter provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions for work on the engines, fuel system, ignition and cooling.
Covers also the clutch, gearbox, rear axle, front and rear suspension, steering box, brakes, the electrical system and the body.
- Includes tables with detailed service data and torque specifications.
- Complete with wiring diagrams.
Product details
| Details: | 180 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos, drawings and exploded views |
| Publisher: | Autobooks / Brooklands Books (GB, 2018) |
| Series: | Autobooks Owners Workshop Manual (OWM 733) |
| ISBN: | 9781783181599 |
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Volkswagen T2 Station Wagon / Bus - (1968-1979) (USA) - Bentley Official Service Manual
Bentley Service Manual, written by Volkswagen of America. Describes in great detail maintenance and repair of the VW Transporter T2.
Versions: Station Wagon, Panel Truck, Pickup Truck, Kombi and Campmobile.
Model years: 1968-1979.
This American Bentley repair manual for the VW Transporter T2 provides detailed instructions for work on the engines (mechanical part, distribution, valves, ignition, starter, alternator) and cooling system.
Covers also the clutch, transmission, suspension, brakes, steering, fuel system, exhaust, electrical system, interior and doors.
- Includes adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
- This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these cars.
Product details
| Author: | Volkswagen of America |
| Details: | 464 pages, 28.5 x 22 x 3 cm / 11.2 x 8.7 x 1.18 in, hardback |
| Illustrations: | 753 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bentley Publishers (USA, 2010) |
| Series: | Bentley Service Manual |
| ISBN: | 9780837616353 |
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Volkswagen T2 Vanagon - air-cooled 2.0 liter (1980-1983) | Haynes Repair Manual
Haynes Manual on the Volkswagen Vanagon.
Gasoline engines: 4 cylinder - 2.0 L, air-cooled.
Model years: 1980-1983.
This Haynes manual for the Volkswagen T2 Vanagon vans describes service and repair of the gasoline engines (timing gear, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals, and crankshaft).
It also includes procedures for the cooling, air conditioning, fuel system, exhaust plus the starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, the gearbox (removal and installation), 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.
- Covers both U.S. and Canadian models.
- 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: | 286 pages, 28 x 21.5 x 1.9 cm / 11 x 8.5 x 0.75 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Manuals, Inc. (USA, 1988) |
| Series: | Haynes Auto Repair Manual (96045) |
| ISBN: | 9781850100294 |
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Volkswagen Coccinelle (Type 1) et utilitaires (Type 2) (08/1968 - 12/1999) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 317.4
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 317) repair manual covering the Volkswagen models:
- Beetle 1200, 1300, 1302, 1302 S, 1303, 1303 S, 1500 (Typ 1, 08/1968-12/1999)
- Beetle Cabriolet (07/1969-07/1974)
- Transporter (Type 2).
Petrol engines:
- 1.2 L (25 kW/34 hp, engine code D)
- 1.3 L (27 kW/37 hp, E)
- 1.3 L (29 kW/39 hp, AC and F)
- 1.3 L (32 kW/44 hp, AB, ACD, AR and H)
- 1.6 L (34 kW/46 hp, AF)
- 1.6 L (35 kW/48 hp, AE, AH, AK and B)
- 1.6 L (37 kW/50 hp, AD and AS).
This Revue Technique for the VW Beetle and Transporter T2 models describes extensively service and repair of the petrol engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication 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: | 200 pages, 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 1996) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 317.4) |
| ISBN: | 9782726831748 |
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VW Transporter, Bus - 1700, 1800, 2000 cm³ (1973-1979) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Transporter (T2a and T2b) and Bus.
Petrol engines:
- 1.7 L (1679 cc)
- 1.8 L (1795 cc)
- 2.0 L (1970 cc).
Production years: 1973-1979.
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This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Tranporter and Bus (series T2) 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 (1977).
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 (263-264) |
| ISBN: | 9783716813270 |
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VW Bus, Transporter T2 (8/1972-6/1979) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 101, reprint) for the Volkswagen T2 Transporter and Bus.
Petrol engines:
- 1.6 L (37 kW/50 hp)
- 1.7 L (46 kW/62 hp)
- 1.8 L (49 kW/66 hp)
- 2.0 L (51 kW/70 hp).
Production years: 8/1972-6/1979.
![Pages of the book [JH 101] VW T2 Bus, Transporter (8/1972-6/1979) (1)](../afb/details/PP10904.jpg)
- This repair manual for the VW T2 Transporter and Bus 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.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 270 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | profusely illustrated with 300 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1993) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (101) |
| ISBN: | 9783879439041 |
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VW Bus - 50 PS (8/1973-5/1979) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 17) on the VW Bus (T2).
Petrol engine: 1.6 L (37 kW/50 hp).
Production years: 08/1973-05/1979.
The initial section of this manual for the VW Bus (T2) covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.6 L petrol engine, 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 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.
- 6 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 170 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 278 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2014) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (17) |
| ISBN: | 9783768803014 |
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VW Transporter T2 / Bus - 1600 cm³ (1968-1975) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Transporter and Bus T2.
Petrol engines: 1600 cc.
Production years: 1968-1975.
![Pages of the book [0202] VW Transporter T2 - 1600 cm³ (68-75) (1)](../afb/details/PP20105.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Transporter and Bus 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: | 149 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2012) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (202) |
| ISBN: | 9783716812662 |
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VW Transporter T2 und Bus - alle Modelle (bis 6/1979) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 31, reprint) for the Volkswagen Transporter T2 and Bus.
Production years: until 6/1979.
![Pages of the book [JH 031] VW Transporter T2 und Bus (bis 6/1979) (1)](../afb/details/PP10210.jpg)
- This repair manual for the VW Transporter and Bus 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.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp |
| Details: | 262 pages, 22 x 15.5 cm / 8.7 x 6.1 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Motorbuch Verlag (D, 1980) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (31) |
| ISBN: | 9783879432103 |
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VW Bus - 68/70 PS (1/1974-5/1979) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 18) on the VW Bus (T2).
Petrol engines:
- 1.8 L (50 kW/68 hp)
- 2.0 L (51 kW/70 hp)
Production years: 01/1974-05/1979.
The initial section of this manual for the VW Bus (T2) covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.8 L and 2.0 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 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.
- 6 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 170 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 278 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2014) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (18) |
| ISBN: | 9783768803045 |
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VW T2 Transporter / Bus - 1600 cm³ (ab 1975) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen T2 Transporter and Bus.
Petrol engines: 1600 cc.
Production years: since 1975.
![Pages of the book [0298] VW T2 Transporter / Bus - 1600 cm³ (ab 1975) (1)](../afb/details/PP20789.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW T2 Transporter and Bus provides detailed instructions for work on the 1600 cc 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 7th edition (1978).
Product details
| Details: | 151 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2016) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (298-299) |
| ISBN: | 9783716813799 |
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Volkswagen Käfer (Typ 1) i Transporter (Typ 2) (od modeli 1968)
Richly illustrated, expert guide dedicated to servicing and repairing:
Passenger cars VW Käfer (Type 1) in versions:
- VW 1200, VW 1200 L
- VW 1300, VW 1300 L
- VW 1500, VW 1500 L
- VW 1302, VW 1302 S
- VW 1303, VW 1303 A, VW 1303 L, VW 1303 LS, VW 1303 S, VW 1303 T, VW 1303 TL
- VW Jeans and VW Big Bug,
With limousine and convertible bodies.
Light trucks VW Transporter (Type 2), bodywork:
- van - VW Transporter
- minibus - VW Bus
- cargo and passenger - VW Kombi
- drop-side - VW Pick-up and derivatives.
Petrol engines: - 1.2 L, 1.3 L, 1.5 L, 1.6 L, 1.7 L, 1.8 L and 2.0 L, with mechanical, semi-automatic and automatic gearboxes.
Years from 08/1967.
- Detailed technical and adjustment data, technical maintenance principles and necessary consumables. Description of disassembly, repair and assembly of individual parts, mechanisms and assemblies.
- Polish edition of the book from the series Revue Technique Automobile.
Product details
| Author: | Praca zbiorowa |
| Details: | 280 pages, 29.5 x 21 cm / 11.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 314 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2016) |
| ISBN: | 9788320616552 |
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