1990 VOLKSWAGEN CORRADO Repair Manual

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1990 Volkswagen Corrado
For Volkswagen Technical Site: http://vw.belcom.ru
Copyright © 1998 Mitchell Repair Information Company, LLC
Thursday, March 23, 2000 09:48PMFig. 5: Service Point Locations (1.8L 4-Cylinder)
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1990 Volkswagen Corrado
For Volkswagen Technical Site: http://vw.belcom.ru
Copyright © 1998 Mitchell Repair Information Company, LLC
Thursday, March 23, 2000 09:48PMFig. 6: Service Point Locations (2.8L V6)
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE INFORMATION

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1990 Volkswagen Corrado
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CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT SERVICEFig. 7: Aligning 1.8L Timing Marks (8-Valve)
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
NOTE: For more information on camshaft timing belt service refer to
the 1.8L 4-CYL 8-VALVE & 2.0L 4-CYL 16-VALVE
article in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.
ATTACHING VAG 1551 SCAN TESTER

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1990 Volkswagen Corrado
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Thursday, March 23, 2000 09:48PMFig. 8: Connecting Scan Tester to Data Link Connector (Corrado)
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
NOTE: For more information on scan tester connections
refer to the G - TESTS W/CODES article in
the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
INFORMATION LABEL LOCATIONSFig. 9: Information Label Locations
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.

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SERVICE LABOR TIMES
SERVICE LABOR TIMES TABLE (HOURS)ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ (1)(2) 15,000 (1)(2) 30,000 (60,000)
Application Mile Service Mile Service
Automatic Transmission ..... 1.6 .................. 3.3 (4.2)
Manual Transmission ........ 1.8 .................. 2.7 (3.6)
(1) - Add .2 hr. if equipped with A/C. Add .1 hr. if equipped
with cruise control.
(2) - Add 1.8 hrs. to replace camshaft timing belt (if equipped).
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LUBRICATION SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
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Engine Oil (1)
Ambient Temperatures
Greater Than 50
øF (10øC) .............. SAE 20W-50 API SF/CD
14
øF To 50øF (-10øC To +10øC) ......... SAE 10W-40 API SF/CD
Less Than 14
øF (-10ø C) ................ SAE 5W-30 API SF/CD
Brake Fluid ........................ SAE J1703 (DOT 3 Or DOT 4)
Power Steering Fluid ......................... VW Hydraulic Oil
(G 002000) Or Equivalent
Automatic Transmission ........... Dexron-IIE ATF Or Equivalent
Manual Transaxle .......................... SAE 80W API GL-4 Or
SAE 75W-90 (G50 Synthetic Gear Oil)
Final Drive (A/T & M/T)
(Differential) .......... SAE 75W-90 (G50 Synthetic Gear Oil)
Wheel Bearings .................... NLGI Grade 2 Category GC-LB
Drive Shaft U-Joints .............. NLGI Grade 2 Category GC-LB
Steering Linkage (2)(3) ........... NLGI Grade 2 Category GC-LB
Ball Joints (2)(4) ................ NLGI Grade 2 Category GC-LB
Weatherstrip ....................... Dielectric Silicone Grease
(1) - SAE 15W-40 or 20W-40 engine oil is recommended for extreme
conditions or extended highway operation.
(2) - Use low pressure grease gun to prevent seal damage.
(3) - Fill until lubricant squeezes out from the base of seals.
(4) - Fill ball joint until seal starts to swell.
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FLUID CAPACITIES TABLE
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Application Quantity (1)
A/C System R-12 Refrigerant
1990-92 (up to 7/92) ............................. 37-40 Ozs.
A/C System R-134a Refrigerant (2)
1993-94 (from 7/92) ........................... 28.2-31.8 Ozs.
Cooling System
4-Cyl. ...................................... 6.8 Qts. (6.5L)
V6 .......................................... 9.1 Qts. (8.6L)
Engine Oil (3)
4-Cyl. ...................................... 4.3 Qts. (4.0L)
V6 .......................................... 6.3 Qts. (6.0L)
Fuel Tank
4-Cyl. ..................................... 14.5 Gals. (55L)
V6 ......................................... 18.5 Gals. (55L)
Automatic Transmission
Fluid Change ................................ 3.2 Qts. (3.0L)
Overhaul .................................... 5.9 Qts. (5.6L)
Manual Transmission ........................... 2.1 Qts. (2.0L)
Final Drive
Differential (A/T) (4) ....................... 0.8 Qt. (.75L)
(1) - Capacities are recommended or calculated levels. Always use
dipstick (if available) to measure level.
(2) - Use of R-12 in a R134a system will result in SEVERE DAMAGE.
(3) - Includes oil filter change.
(4) - Lifetime fill.ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ WHEEL & TIRE SPECIFICATIONS
Wheel and tire sizes vary according to vehicle and equipment
and can be found on tire information label on each vehicle. Wheel and
tire specifications and tire inflation pressures are listed on a label
found inside fuel tank flap.
NOTE: Snow chains must be used on drive wheels, in pairs only.
WHEEL TIGHTENING
Tighten all wheel lugs to 80 ft. lbs. (110 N.m).
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with
computers may lose memory data. When battery power is
restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles.
These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See COMPUTER
RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION
section.
All models use BCI group 41 batteries with cold crank rating

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of 650 amps.
CAUTIONS & WARNINGS
CAUTION: Contact with live components of ignition system while
engine is running could lead to a fatal electric shock.
CAUTION: Brake pedal requires extreme pressure to stop vehicle when
engine is not running.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
CAUTION: Always refer to customer's copy of warranty information for
specific model application and/or coverage limitations.
BASIC NEW CAR WARRANTY
Manufacturer warrants to the original retail customer, and
any subsequent purchaser, that every vehicle imported and sold as a
new vehicle to a retail customer will be free of defects in material
and workmanship for 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first,
after date of delivery to the first retail customer, or after vehicle
was first placed in service.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Warrants cars to be free of defects in materials or
workmanship for a period of 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes
first.
LIMITED POWER TRAIN WARRANTY
Covers engine, transmission and drivetrain for a period of 5
years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
ANTI-CORROSION
Covers holes caused by corrosion in body sheet metal for 6
years, without respect to mileage, so long as inspection and
maintenance services are performed.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Manufacturer warrants to the initial purchaser and each
subsequent purchaser that this vehicle is designed, built, and
equipped so as to conform at the time of sale with all U.S. and
California Air Resources Board emission regulations applicable at the
time of manufacture, and that this vehicle is free from defects in
materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with
applicable regulations within the first 5 years or 50,000 miles,
whichever occurs first.

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1990 Volkswagen Corrado
For Volkswagen Technical Site: http://vw.belcom.ru
Copyright © 1998 Mitchell Repair Information Company, LLC
Thursday, March 23, 2000 09:48PM
FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS
FUSE PANEL LOCATION
Fuse panel is located under left side of dash board by
driver's knee. Fuses are numbered from left to right.
FUSE PANEL IDENTIFICATIONFig. 10: Fuse & Relay Panel Identification (1990)
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
WARNING: Always disconnect battery ground cable before servicing
"high-current fuses. It is recommended that "high-current"
fuses be replaced by a qualified technician.
Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification
1 - 10 Amp (Red)
Left Low Beam
2 - 10 Amp (Red)