MANUAL-V157

BENTLEY SERVICE MANUAL FOR TYPE 1 BEETLE, AND GHIA 1952-1957. Type 11, 14, and 15 (Beetle, Karmann Ghia Coupe) Technical highlights:
• Engine and cylinder head service, repair and reconditioning,
including bench testing procedures and specifications for 25hp
and 36hp motors.
• Solex 28 PCI carburetor and Solex fuel pump troubleshooting,
rebuilding, and adjustment.
• Transmission removal, rebuilding, and adjustment, including
special needle bearings on synchromesh transmissions.
• Frame, floor and body panel repair. All measurements and detailed
cutting, alignment and welding instructions. Painting preparation
and procedures.
• Body repair and replacement procedures, including the sliding
fabric sunroof and convertible top.
• Complete wiring diagrams.
• All factory changes and updates are noted in the text by
manufacturing date, chassis number, engine number and part
number.
• Full 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, carburetor, fuel pump, steering,
brakes, generator, starter, and wipers.
• Maintenance and lubrication charts and procedures.