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VW Transporter T4 (1990-2003) repair manuals
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VW Transporter T4 - Diesel (1990 - June 2003) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual
Haynes Repair Manual covering the Volkswagen T4 Transporter Diesel.
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.9 litre (1896 cc, natural aspiration and turbo, 45kW/61 hp and 50 kW/68 hp, engine codes 1X and ABL)
- 5 cylinders- 2.4 litre (2370 cc, 57 kW/78 hp and 55 kW/75 hp, AAB and AJA) and 2.5 litre (2461 cc, 65 kW/88 hp - AJT and AYY / 75 kW/102 hp - ACV, AUF, AYC and AXL / 111 kW/151 hp - AHY and AXG).
Production years: 1990-6/2003.
Exclusions: This manual does not cover the Transporter Syncro or specific features of the Caravelle, Multivan or Westfalia models.

This Haynes manual for the VW T4 Transporter Diesel describes service and repair of the 4- and 5-cylinder diesel 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: | John S. Mead |
| Details: | 288 pages, 27 x 21 x 1.8 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 0.71 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014) |
| Series: | Haynes Service and Repair Manual (5711) |
| ISBN: | 9780857337115 |
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VW Transporter T4 - 2.0 & 2.5 Petrol / 1.9 & 2.4 Diesel (1990-1995) - Workshop Manual
Workshop manual for maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen Transporter T4.
Versions: of, Caravelle and Bus, lange and short wheel base.
Petrol engines:
- 4 cylinders - 2.0 (1968 cc, engine code AAC)
- 5 cylinders - 2.5 (2461 cc, AAF).
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.9 (1896 cc, 1X)
- 5 cylinders - 2.4 (2370 cc, AAB).
Production years: 1990-1995.
This repair manual for the VW Transporter T4 vans covers extensively maintenance and repair of the petrol and diesel engines (removal - refitting, crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, distribution, valves, oil pump, cooling, fuel system).
Additional chapters about the clutch, gearbox (only removal and installation), drivetrain, suspension, suspension, steering system, brakes, alternator and starter motor.- Includes fault finding tables, technical specifications, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
- Describes mainly the mechanical components, not the body.
- English ed ition of the Bucheli Reparaturanleitung.
Product details
| Author: | Peter Russek |
| Details: | 220 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous drawings |
| Publisher: | Brooklands Books (GB, 1997) |
| ISBN: | 9781855203747 |
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Volkswagen T4 EuroVan (1992-1999) - Gasoline, Diesel, TDI, 5-cylinder and VR6 (USA) - Official Factory Repair Manual
Bentley Service Manual (3 volumes). Describes in great detail maintenance and repair of the Volkswagen T4 Transporter.
Versions: EuroVan, EuroVan MultiVan (including Weekender) and EuroVan CV Camper (Westfalia).
Gasoline engines:
- 5 cylinders - 2.5 (2461 cc, types AAF and ACU)
- VR6 - 2.8 (2792 cc, type AES).
Diesel engines: 2.4 (2370 cc, type AAB).
Model years: 1992-1999.
This American Bentley repair manual for the VW T4 Transporter 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.
- Covers U.S. and Canadian models.
- Complete with adjustment data, torque wrench settings and wiring diagrams.
- This is the most comprehensive workshop manual available for these vans.
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| Details: | 2722 pages, 29.5 x 23.5 x 16.8 cm / 11.6 x 9.25 x 6.61 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 2361 photos and drawings, 404 wiring diagrams |
| Publisher: | Bentley Publishers (USA, 2011) |
| Series: | Bentley Service Manual |
| ISBN: | 9780837616810 |
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Volkswagen Transporter T4 Diesel (09/1990-06/2003) et T5 Diesel (06/2003-08/2009) | Revue Technique Automobile RTA 182.3
Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 182) repair manual covering the Volkswagen models:
- Transporter T4 Diesel and Turbodiesel (09/1990-06/2003)
- Transporter T5 Turbodiesel (06/2003-08/2009).
Diesel engines:
4 cylinders:
- 1.9 D (1896 cc, 45 kW/61 hp, indirect injection, engine code 1X)
- 1.9 TD (1900 cc, 50 kW/68 hp, turbodiesel, indirect injection, ABL)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 62 kW/85 hp, direct injection, BRR)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 63 kW/86 hp, direct injection, AXC)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 75 kW/102 hp, direct injection, BRS)
- 1.9 TDI (1900 cc, 77 kW/105 hp, direct injection, AXB)
5 cylinders
- 2.4 D (2370 cc, 57 kW/77 hp, indirect injection, AAB)
- 2.5 TDI (2500 cc, 75 kW/102 hp, turbodiesel, direct injection, ACV).
This Revue Technique for the VW Transporter T4 and T5 Diesel vans describes extensively service and repair of the diesel engines (including timing gear, cylinder head, lubrication, coolant pump, injection pump and injectors).
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: | 27 x 21 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | hundreds of photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | ETAI (F, 1993) |
| Series: | Revue Technique Automobile (RTA 182.3) |
| ISBN: | 9782726818213 |
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VW Transporter T4 - Benzin- und Dieselmotoren (12/1990-1995) | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung
Bucheli Reparaturanleitung for service and repair of the Volkswagen Transporter T4.
Petrol engines: 2.0 litre (1968 cc, engine code AAC).
Diesel engines:
- 4 cylinders - 1.9D (1896 cc, 1X)
- 5 cylinders - 2.4D (2370 cc, AAB).
Production years: 12/1990-1995.
![Pages of the book [1069] VW Transporter T4 (12/90-95) (1)](../afb/details/PP20504.jpg)
This Bucheli repair manual for the VW Transporter T4 provides detailed instructions for work on the petrol and 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.
Product details
| Author: | Peter Russek |
| Details: | 184 pages, 28 x 21 cm / 11 x 8.25 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | numerous photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Bucheli Verlag (CH, 2015) |
| Series: | Bucheli Reparaturanleitung (1069) |
| ISBN: | 9783716818114 |
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VW Caravelle, Transporter (T4) - Benziner und Diesel (9/1990-1/2003) | So wird's gemacht
Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 75) on the Volkswagen Caravelle and Transporter (T4), petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 2.0 L (62 kW/84 hp, 09/90-01/03)
- 2.5 L (81 kW/110 hp, 12/90-07/96)
- 2.5 L (85 kW/115 hp, 08/96-01/03)
- 2.8 l /103 kW/140 hp, 01/96-05/00)
- 2.8 l /150 kW/204 hp, 05/00-01/03)
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 L (45 kW/60 hp, 09/90-07/96)
- 1.9 L (50 kW/68 hp, 10/92-01/03)
- 2.4 L (55 kW/75 hp, 04/97-01/03)
- 2.4 L (57 kW/78 hp, 09/90-03/97)
- 2.5 L (65 kW/88 hp, 04/98-01/03)
- 2.5 L (75 kW/102 hp, 08/95-01/03)
- 2.5 l /111 kW/150 hp, 04/98-01/03)
Production years: 09/1990-01/2003.
The initial section of this manual for the VW Caravelle and Transporter (T4) models 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.
- 21 clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
Product details
| Author: | Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 332 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 510 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019) |
| Series: | So wird's gemacht (75) |
| ISBN: | 9783768807388 |
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VW Transporter T4, Caravelle - Benziner und Diesel (9/1990-1995) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst
Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 147, reprint) for the Volkswagen VW T4 Transporter and Caravelle, petrol and diesel.
Petrol engines:
- 2.0 L (62 kW/84 hp, Kat)
- 2.5 L (81 kW/110 hp, Kat)
Diesel engines:
- 1.9 L (45 kW/61 hp)
- 2.4 L (57 kW/78 hp)
Production years: 9/1990-1995.
![Pages of the book [JH 147] VW T4 Transporter, Caravelle (9/1990-1995) (1)](../afb/details/PP01386.jpg)
- This repair manual for the VW T4 Transporter and Caravelle describes maintenance and repair of the 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.
Product details
| Author: | Dieter Korp, Rüdiger Baun |
| Details: | 272 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, 1991) |
| Series: | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (147) |
| ISBN: | 9783613013865 |
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Volkswagen Transporter T4 - benzyna i diesel (modele 09/1990-01/2003) | Sam naprawiam samochód
A richly illustrated repair manual for the Volkswagen Transporter vans (factory designation T4) and derivatives of the Caravelle, Multivan and California variants, manufactured from 09/1990 to 01/2003.
Petrol engines:
4-cylinder
- 2.0 L (84 HP, AAC type)
5-cylinder
- 2.5 L (110 HP, AAF and ACU)
- 2.5 L (115 HP, AET, APL and AVT)
6-cylinder
- 2.8 L (140 HP, AES)
- 2.8 L (204 HP, AMV)
Diesel engines:
4-cylinder
- 1.9 L (60 HP, 1X type)
- 1.9 L (68 HP, ABL)
5-cylinder
- 2.4 L (75 HP, AJA)
- 2.4 L (78 HP, AAB)
- 2.5 L (88 HP, AJT)
- 2.5 L (102 HP, ACV, AXL and AYC)
- 2.5 L (150 HP, AHY and AXG)
With mechanical and automatic gearboxes.
- A service plan, a detailed description of maintenance and repair activities that can be performed by the users themselves, and electrical wiring diagrams (for models from 01/2000) are provided.
- Polish edition of the book from the series "So wird's gemacht".
Product details
| Author: | Hans-Rüdiger Etzold |
| Details: | 384 pages, 24.5 x 19.5 x 2 cm / 9.7 x 7.7 x 0.79 in, paperback |
| Illustrations: | 644 photos and drawings |
| Publisher: | Wydawnictwa Komunikacji i Łączności WKŁ (PL, 2011) |
| Series: | Sam naprawiam samochód |
| ISBN: | 9788320618037 |
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