This VolksWagen Golf and Jetta Routine includes the Air cleaner element renewal Air conditioning system check Alternator, power steering pump and air conditioner compressor drivebelt(s) check Antifreeze concentration check Automatic transmission and final drive fluid renewal Automatic transmission fluid level check Battery electrolyte level check Brake check Brake fluid renewal Brake pad and rear shoe lining check Clutch operation check Contact breaker point renewal and adjustment Contact breaker point check CV joint and boot check Engine oil and filter renewal Exhaust system check Fluid leakage and engine electrical system check Fuel and brake line, hose and union check Fuel filter renewal Fuel system control linkage check Gearbox oil level check Headlight beam alignment check Hinge and catch lubrication Ignition timing check Intensive maintenance Introduction Light, direction indicator and horn check Lock, hinge and latch mechanism check Seat belt check Slow running adjustment Spark plug renewal Steering gear check Sunroof guide rails cleaning and lubrication Suspension check Timing belt renewal Valve clearance check Vehicle underbody check Servicing specifications Refer to the end of “Weekly checks” Champion C101/C160 Lubricants, fluids and capacities Engine Oil filter Valve clearances 1.05 and 1.3 litre engines - pre August 1985: Warm: Inlet Exhaust Cold: Inlet Exhaust Hydraulic tappet free travel 1.05 and 1.3 litre - post August 1985, 1.6 and 1.8 litre (Maximum travel) 0.15 to 0.20 mm 0.25 to 0.30 mm 0.10 to 0.15 mm 0.20 to 0.25 mm 0.1 mm 50 % antifreeze (by volume) with water 5.0 to 10.0 mm deflection on longest run Cooling system
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