
Volkswagen Crafter 2011-2017 Workshop Manual | PDF Download
Delving into the Volkswagen Crafter (2011-2017) Workshop Manual: A Deep Dive
The Volkswagen Crafter (2011-2017) is a versatile workhorse, and understanding its intricate systems is crucial for proper maintenance and repair. A comprehensive workshop manual, spanning over 3500 pages, provides invaluable insights into this vehicle, covering everything from the engine to the specialized factory-installed accessories.
A key component detailed within is the 4-cylinder diesel engine, often a 2.0L engine utilizing common rail technology. The manual provides complete engine technical data, alongside procedures for removing and installing the engine. Detailed sections cover vital engine components, including the crankshaft group, cylinder head, valve gear, lubrication system, cooling system, and elements enhancing performance like turbocharging/supercharging. The book also addresses the exhaust system and the glow plug system, vital for cold starts.
Beyond the engine, the manual dedicates significant attention to brake systems. It offers comprehensive brakes technical data and explains the intricacies of the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Furthermore, it dissects the brakes – mechanism, providing detailed instructions for servicing front brakes, rear brakes, and the park brake. The brakes – hydraulics system is also thoroughly explained, ensuring a complete understanding of the braking system.
The Crafter's versatility is amplified by a range of factory-installed accessories and conversions. The manual catalogues these, offering accessories technical data and specific information on various configurations such as the tipper body (Henschel, Schoon), box body (Junge, Spier, Schmitz Cargobull), and different tail lift options (Sörensen, BÄR – Cargolift, Palfinger). It also covers additions like the mounting bracket for towing bracket, exterior equipment, interior equipment, and features related to passenger protection, communication, the sound system, and aerial systems. The section on "Lights, bulbs, switches" is also essential for electrical diagnostics.
The running gear, axles, steering section dives into the vehicle's handling characteristics. It presents crucial running gear technical data and details the construction and maintenance of the front suspension, rear suspension, and the crucial alignment procedures described within "wheels, tires, vehicle geometry". The specifics of the steering system are also extensively covered.
Finally, the manual sheds light on the Shiftmatic automated gearbox 0B8, including its shiftmatic technical data. It addresses the clutch, controls, housing, gears, shafts, and the complexities of the wiring system associated with this specialized transmission. This wealth of information makes the workshop manual an indispensable resource for anyone working on or maintaining a Volkswagen Crafter (2011-2017).

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