1961-1965 Beetle and Karmann Ghia Workshop Manual - OEM Number(s) (LPV 800 121)
Volkswagen 1200 Repair Manual: 1961-1965
Hardcover, 8 1/2 in. x 11 in.
1364 pages
2622 illustrations and diagrams
10 pages of electrical wiring diagrams
The Volkswagen 1200 Workshop Manual: 1961-1965 covers the 1961 through 1965 model year Beetle and Karman Ghia models. Now available in a high-quality hardcover edition, this is a vintage reproduction of original Volkswagen service and repair information for air cooled Volkswagen 1200 models sold in the USA and Canada. This technical archive edition is a historical record of the illustrations and procedures for routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and rebuilding.
Air-cooled Volkswagens (Type 11, 14, 15) covered:
- Volkswagen Type 11 Beetle Sedan
- Volkswagen Type 14 Karmann Ghia Coupe
- Volkswagen Type 15 Beetle Convertible
- Volkswagen Type 141 Karmann Ghia Convertible
Engines covered:
- Volkswagen air-cooled type 1 "upright" engine 1192cc, 36hp
Transmissions covered
- Volkswagen fully synchronized 4-speed manual transmission
Technical highlights
- 1200 (1192 cc) engine, 40 hp, with and without fresh air heating.
- Engine bench testing procedures and specifications.
- Solex 28 PICT and 28 PICT-1 carburetors.
- Full synchromesh transmission.
- Automatic clutch.
- Disc brakes.
- Sliding fabric and steel sunroofs.
- Convertible top repair, replacement and adjustment.
- Frame, floor and body panel repair. All measurements and detailed cutting, alignment and welding instructions. Painting preparation and procedures.
- 6 and 12-volt electrical systems, with listing of 6-volt components converted to 12 volts.
- Complete wiring diagrams for Beetle and Karmann Ghia.
- Factory changes and updates are noted in the text by manufacturing date, chassis number, engine number and part number.
- Explanations of the operation of all systems, with exploded views, cutaways and diagrams.
- Required workshop equipment, tools, and equipment for local manufacture listings.
- Troubleshooting tables for clutch, automatic clutch, carburetor, fuel system, steering, brakes, generator, starter, and wipers.
Also known under these part numbers: (For reference only)
- 9780837617022
- LPV 800 121
- V165