Hi, I have a habit of saving lots of different bits of information/websites and storing them for when I need them. I thought I would put them into a handy little thread and if anyone has any other guides, throw them up... So working from VW Jims handy page I have listed whats required of a service.. Then included videos/webpages where possible..Jim has a full service schedule on his webpage HERE. I have supplied the 3K service with videos below as I think its the most common one carried out by us. If others want to we can keep adding guides and get a comprehensive service thread on here. With where to get the best quality parts etc? Every 3,000 mile Maintenance Service: (1) Check fan belt tension, adjust as necessary Fanbelt Adjustment page Replacing Fan Belt (2) Check throttle ring for proper contact to fan housing Fan Housing and Throttle Ring (3) Clean OG fuel pump filter. Check aftermarket filter if fitted. Check fuel pipe & connections Replacing metal lines Why to check your fuel lines periodically (4) Lubricate felt ring in contact breaker base plate Removing Distributor cap (5) Clean contact breaker points, check breaker arm fibre block for lubrication Replacing points video Replacing Condenser Condensor Test (6) Check contact breaker points gap & check ignition timing. Adjust as necessary with engine cold Ignition Timing by various methods (7) Check valve clearances. Adjust as necessary with engine cold (8) Clean & check spark plugs, adjust as necessary. Check compression Replacing Sparkplugs Replacing HT Leads (9) Check engine & rear axle for leaks Changing Oil (10) Check intake & exhaust system for damage / leaks (11) Check clutch pedal free play, adjust as necessary Stiff Clutch Pedal Replacing Clutch pedal without dash removal (12) Check steering adjustment, correct as necessary K & L Guide Steering Box Adjustment Steering Box Adjustment (13) Check torsion arm link pins, front wheel bearing play, track rod ends, steering damper mounting & tracking. Tighten & adjust as necessary (14) Rotate wheels. Check for abnormal wear or damage. Check tyre pressures. (15) Check brake system for leaks. Check fluid level. Check foot & handbrake operation, adjust as necessary Rear Hub oil seals (16) Check thickness of brake linings (17) Check shock absorber mounts (18) Check battery condition, (fluid level if not ‘maintenance free’), grease terminals Battery levels (for a beetle, I know) (19) Check lights, horn, windscreen wipers & flashers. Correct as necessary Wiring Diagrams Indicators not working Replacing Front Ind Bulbs Replacing sidelight and headlight bulbs (20) Check adjustment of door striker plates, adjust as necessary Sliding Door Adjustment Door Latches and Catches (21) Road test vehicle. Check idle speed, adjust as necessary Lubrication of parts Misc Tuning Guide
Good post. Might be repeating some of the other posts but you can never have to much info and we all arrive at the same places by different routes anyhow.
