VW Repair Manual: Jetta, Golf, GTI 1993-1999, Cabrio 1995-2002

This Volkswagen service manual is a comprehensive and up-to-date source of maintenance and repair information for Volkswagen "A3" platform models sold in the USA and Canada.

Service to VW owners is of top priority to Volkswagen and has always included the continuing development and introduction of new and expanded services. The aim throughout this manual has been simplicity, clarity and completeness, with practical explanations, step-by-step procedures, and accurate specifications. Whether you're a professional or a do-it-yourself Volkswagen owner, this manual will help you understand, care for, and repair your VW.

Models covered:
Volkswagen Cabrio 1995-2002 | Volkswagen Golf 1993-early 1999 | Volkswagen GTI 1993-early 1999 | Volkswagen Jetta 1993-early 1999.

Engines covered:
1.8L turbo gasoline (code ACC) | 1.9L diesel (codes AAZ, 1Z, AHU) | 2.0L gasoline (code ABA) | 2.8L gasoline (code AAA).

Transmissions covered:
020 and 021 5-speed transmission | 096 and 01M 4-speed automatic.

Technical highlights:

Covers Volkswagen A3 models with "1H" or "1E" at position number 7 and 8 of 17-digit Vehicle ID Number (VIN).
Includes Golf and Jetta, CL, GL, LE, GLS, GLX, GTI, City, Wolfsburg, Trek, K2 and Cabrio Highline editions.
Tune-up and maintenance procedures, including resetting the Service Reminder Indicator (SRI).
Engine and cylinder head service and reconditioning, including timing belt (4-cylinder) and timing chain (6-cylinder) repair.
Explanation of Bosch Motronic, Mono-Motronic, Diesel Fuel Injection and Turbo Direct Injection (TDI) systems.
Emission control tests, repairs, and adjustments, including Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and Secondary Air Injection system.
Drivetrain maintenance, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair, including hydraulic clutch, gearshift linkage, and axles.
Suspension component replacement, including front struts, rear shocks, rear coil springs, and wheel bearing/hub units.
Disk/drum brake repair and troubleshooting, including anti-lock brakes (ABS) and traction control (EDL).
Heating and air conditioning repair, including A/C blower motor replacement and specifications for R134a refrigerant.
Body adjustment and repairs, including sunroof adjustments and manual/power Cabrio top.
Wiring schematics, including fuse/relay locations and a general explanation of electrical circuitry.
Volkswagen OBD II diagnostic trouble codes, SAE-defined OBD II P-codes, as well as control module coding.

Thought the do-it-yourself VW owner will find this manual indispensable as a source of the same detailed maintenance and repair information available at an authorized Volkswagen dealer, the VW owner who has no intention of working on his or her car will find that reading and owning this manual will make it possible to discuss repairs more intelligently with a professional technician.