VW trouble shooting Technical Articles

Trouble Shooting – Air Cooled VW Brakes

Trouble Shooting – Brakes

Note: Before you assume that a brake problem does exist,
make sure that:
A) The tires are in good condition and are properly inflated.
B) The front-end alignment is correct.
C) The vehicle is not loaded with weight in an unequal manner.

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By admin on September 20, 2009 | Brakes, Trouble Shooting
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Trouble Shooting – Clutch

The pedal travels to the floor with no pressure or very little resistance

The release bearing or fork is broken.

The diaphragm spring in the clutch pressure plate has collapsed.

High pedal effort

The clutch cable is worn.

The clutch release shaft/housing is worn.
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By admin on September 17, 2009 | Engine and Trans, Trouble Shooting
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Trouble Shooting – Air Cooled VW Fuel system

Trouble Shooting – Fuel system

Excessive fuel consumption

The air filter element is dirty or clogged.

The ignition timing is incorrectly set.

The emissions system is not functioning properly.

The carburetor/fuel injection internal parts are excessively worn or even damaged.

The tire pressure is low or the tire size is incorrect.
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Trouble Shooting – Cooling system

Overheating

The drivebelt is slipping.

The fan air intake behind the shroud is blocked or restricted.

The thermostat is faulty.

The ignition timing is incorrect.

The air/fuel mixture is incorrect.

Overcooling

The thermostat is faulty.

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