In 1980 FIAT introduced a Bosch multiport fuel injection system in its vehicles. Introduced first on California-bound vehicles and, by 1981, on all U.S. vehicles, the Bosch system improved the performance, efficiency, reliability, and quality of engine operations. Solely responsible for a 23 horsepower increase on the 2 liter engines, this system, known as Bosch L-Jetronic, was popular not only on FIATs but on nearly every European car produced in the 1980’s.
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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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If your car won’t start Jump starting Wheel changing Identifying leaks Towing Weekly Checks Introduction Underbonnet check points Engine oil level Coolant level Brake fluid level Power steering fluid level Screen/headlamp washer fluid level Wiper blades Tyre condition and pressure Battery Electrical systems Lubricants and fluids Capacities and tyre pressures MAINTENANCE Routine Maintenance and Servicing Servicing specifications Maintenance schedule: Vehicles manufactured before August 1985 Vehicles manufactured after August 1985 Maintenance - component location Maintenance procedures Contents REPAIRS & OVERHAUL Engine and Associated Systems Engine repair procedures - 1.05 and 1.3 litre - pre August 1985 Engine repair procedures - 1.05 and 1.3 litre - post August 1985 Engine repair procedures - 1.6 and 1.8 litre 8 valve Engine repair procedures - 1.8 litre 16 valve Cooling, heating and air conditioning systems Fuel and exhaust systems - carburettor models Fuel and exhaust systems - K-Jetronic fuel injection - 8 valve engines Fuel and exhaust systems - K-Jetronic fuel injection - 16 valve engines Fuel and exhaust systems - Mono Jetronic fuel injection Fuel and exhaust systems - Digijet fuel injection Fuel and exhaust systems - Digifant fuel injection Ignition system - contact breaker type Ignition system - transistorised type Ignition system - fully electronic type Starting and charging systems Transmission Clutch Manual gearbox Automatic transmission Driveshafts Brakes and Suspension Braking system Suspension and steering Body Equipment Bodywork and fittings Body electrical systems Wiring Diagrams
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