Car maintenance Volkswagen Golf 2, gasoline 1984-1993

General principles for repairs
For work related to the maintenance or repair of vehicles, you must familiarize yourself with the relevant section of this manual. This will help you to make repairs on a...

Small Repair Tool Kit
The tools included in this kit are considered essential for safety work, maintenance and minor repairs. The purchase of a combination key is recommended (overhead and flat),...

Work safety during maintenance
Professional auto mechanics are trained in occupational safety and health. No matter how enthusiastic you get started, you need to dedicate time to safety. A moment of...

Service interval
Routine maintenance is essential for safety and is desirable to get the most out of your vehicle. Regular and very precise inspection is necessary to detect faults and correct...

Faults in the electrical system
Troubleshooting an electrical system can be quite a laborious process and the principles of logical analysis apply here as well if the principles of action are understood. The...

Vehicle maintenance
Due to the design of the vehicle, its maintenance is reduced to a minimum. However, in order to guarantee the safety of the vehicle, its reliability and economy, it is necessary...

Jack and tools for self-maintenance
The jack, tools and the universal wheel cap wrench are pressed against the spare wheel rim with a rubber band. Screwdriver with double blade (flat blade on one end and Philips...

Spare wheel
The spare wheel lies horizontally in a special compartment under the floor covering in the luggage compartment The wheel is secured with a plastic nut. Periodically check the air...

Wheel replacement
Attention: If the wheel has a flat tire, move the car to the edge of the road at a safe distance. Stop the engine, turn on the hazard warning lights and use other warning devices....

Circuit breakers
Malfunctions in the electrical system can be caused by a blown fuse. Fuses are installed in a single block. The fuse box is located on the left side under the dashboard, directly...

Lamp replacement
Before proceeding with the replacement of lamps, disconnect the corresponding circuit. Do not touch the glass of the new bulb with your fingers. The fingerprints left on it...

Headlight adjustment
Proper adjustment of the headlights is very important for driving safety. Adjust the headlights using the supplied Philips screwdriver. The figure shows the adjustment of the...

Installing and replacing the radio
If you want to install or replace a factory-installed radio in your car, please note the following: The connectors are designed to connect a Volkswagen radio. When installing a...

Emergency start
Tug launch A vehicle with an automatic transmission cannot be started from a tow. A vehicle with a manual transmission must not be towed to avoid damage to the catalytic converter...

Emergency towing of vehicles with a technical assistance vehicle
The information below is for an operator working on a service vehicle who knows how to operate his equipment while creating a safe working environment. General recommendations If...

Vehicle lifting
Do not lift or jack up the vehicle using the underside of the engine oil sump, transmission housing, front or rear axle as a support surface. Serious damage may result to the...

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Vehicle maintenance VW Golf 2, petrol