Volkswagen 1969 Model manual

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    Customer Identification Card Thit is another feature of Volkswagen Service that adds to your convenience. Just present this Manual whenever you stop for service et your Authorized Volkswegen Dealer. Your identification Card will quickly furnish the Service Adviser with your name and address and all pertinent vehicle data.[...]

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    Volkswagen Owner's Manual 1969 Models Warranty Voucher for the new VW automobile Type: Chassis No. Engine No. In accordance with the terms of warranty printed overleaf. VOLKSWAGEN PACIFIC, INC. 11300 PLAYA STREET, CULVER CITY, CALIF. SELLING DEALER: CIRCLE MOTORS INC. #177 The warranty commences at the data the VW automobile is delivered to th[...]

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    No warranties, express or implied, as to Volkswagen vehicles sold in the United States are made either by Volkswagen of America, Inc. or by the manufacturer or by the selling dealer, except the following warranty by Volkswagen of America, Inc. Warranty for new Volkswagen vehicles This warranty Is issued by Volkswagen of America, Inc. (''V[...]

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    Warranty outside United States and Canada No other warranties made 4. If the vehicle is brought to an authorized Volkswagen workshop outside the continental United States, Hawaii or Canada, VWoA's warranty will not be applicable, and defective parts will be repaired or replaced free of charge with new or factory reconditioned parts only within[...]

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    Not all repairs, adjustments and replacements, however, are the result of defects in material or workmanship. There are other circumstances beyond the control of the manufacturer that might make a workshop visit necessary. These depend mainly on where you drive and how you drive. They would include weather and atmospheric conditions, varying road s[...]

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    Contents Getting acquainted . ....................................... . 3 Winter operation ................. 23 Care of car . . ........................ ................ 25 Minor repairs and adjustments ....................................... . . 28 Trouble shooting 37 How to lubricate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Technical [...]

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    This sticker assures you that your 1969 Volkswagen complies with ail US Motor Vehicle Safety Standards which were in effect at the time when the vehicle was produced. Volkswagenwerk AG certifies to the dealer that this vehicle conforms to all US federal motor vehicle safety standards applicable at time of manufacture. The tires of your Volkswagen c[...]

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    Getting acquainted It is advisable to read this Owner's Manual carefully. You will then get to know your new car quickly and will be able to start off on your trip with complete confidence. You will notice, your Volkswagen has many features designed with your safety in mind. The first part of this manual deals with the operation of your Volksw[...]

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    Sit down and make yourself comfortable When driving, you must be comfortable. That is why the Volkswagen has separate front seats which are built so that you can alter seat position and backrest rake to suit your require- ments. This is quite simple-just lift the lever-A-on the side of the seat and slide the seat forward or backward. After adjustin[...]

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    Before closing the door The doors can be closed more easily if a window is opened slightly. 1 - Vent wing lock To open the vent wing, turn knob of vent wing fastener until locking catch points in driving direction and push knob of vent wing fastener forward. 2 - Window crank 3 - inside door handle 4 - Armrest and door closing grip 5- Locking knob T[...]

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    In front of you - the instrument panel Even if it is not your first Volkswagen, just have a quick look at the dash and try out the various knobs and levers with the ignition switched on: 1 - Speedometer 2 - Fuel gauge When the needle is on the "R'' mark there is about one gallon of fuel left in the tank. It's time to refuel at t[...]

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    3- Clock The clock is electrically operated. The hands can be moved by pressing in and turning the knob in the dial center. 4 - Windshield wipers and windshield washer system The two-speed wipers are switched on by turning the switch. They park automatically when switched off. When the knob in the center of the wiper switch is pressed, the washer s[...]

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    Above the windshield 1- Sun visors You can lift the visors out of the center mounting end swing them toward the door windows to prevent glare from the sides. 2 - Rear view mirrors Outside and inside mirrors are adjustable so that they can be set to give clear vision to the rear at all times. The outside mirror is hinged to fold flat upon contacting[...]

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    In the footwell and between front seats 1 - Clutch pedal (Four speed synchromesh transmission only) 2- Brake pedal Vehicles with four speed synchromesh trans- mission. 2a- Brake pedal Vehicles with Automatic Transmission. 3 - Accelerator pedal 4 - Gearshift lever Detailed instructions on the Automatic Transmission are given on page 21. 5- Handbrake[...]

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    10 Behind you 1 - Flexible window 2 - Interior lighting The light has a built-in switch which is operated by pressing on the side of the lens. There are three positions: Lamp in center position - light comes on when a door is opened Lamp pressed in on right -light on Lamp pressed in on left - light off 3 - Assist straps and coat hooks 4 - Ashtrays [...]

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    11 Seat belts Each seat in your Volkswagen is equipped with a seat belt. Occupants of the vehicle should wear the belts at all times. Shoulder belts should not be worn by persons less than approximately 55 inch in height. The front seats Each front seat is equipped with a combination lap / shoulder belt that is completely adjustable to fit differen[...]

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    The rear seats Each rear seat is equipped with an adjustable lap belt. Operation: After sitting down and making yourself comfortable, pull the longer section of the belt across in front of you until the buckles meet, insert the tongue of the outboard buckle into the recess in the inboard buckle and press lightly together. A click will be heard when[...]

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    ... in the front luggage compartment.. . Whether you are taking a lot of luggage with you or not, load the front luggage compartment first, using the heaviest pieces of luggage if possible. The correct distribution of load means the best road - holding, so take advantage of the possibilities offered by the Volkswagen with its two luggage compartmen[...]

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    1- Container for windshield washer As soon as the cap of the container is loosened, the air supply from the spare tire to the windshield washer container is interrupted by means of a valve in the filler cap. The washer container can be filled completely with washer fluid. It is advisable to add a cleaning solution to the water such as Volkswagen&ap[...]

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    ...and under the rear hood of the Fastback Sedan Here is another large luggage compartment which is opened with the lever in the lock pillar of the left door. The luggage compartment lamp only lights up when the vehicle lights are on and goes out when the hood is closed. To get to the engine, roll beck the floor covering and lift the lid. The lid c[...]