VW Super Beetle

are you talking about the little arm that comes out of the door and attaches to the door frame? because that's really simple. there should be a little pin that connects the that arm to the frame of the door, you pull that out and it should come right off.

No the high beam filament is independent from the low beam filament You can run them seperately or together . it depends on how the lights are set up. For instance if you have your high beam on you may have your lows running at the same time, however if your low beam is on low beam setting, your highs are always turned of It sounds like you may need to look at your fuses or your switch.

Each piston has an arrow on top. Point it at the flywheel end.

its either 8.5 or 9.5 gallons!

1974 was the first year of energy absorbing Beetle bumpers. You can't use earlier bumpers on 1974s.

You will have to take the ignition key lock out of the steering column, then get a dremel with a small grinder bit. looking at the lock with the key still in you will see two small tabs which come together when the key is in the start position. Take the dremel and grind half off from both tabs as so the key will turn a bit further. sometimes the key doesn't turn far enough to make a complete connection but will still light up. I had the same problem when I replaced the key lock in my 74 Super Beetle and this worked very well. Be careful not to grind off too much or you will have to buy another one. Good Luck

Have you had a service department check it out? 1. Could just be low on coolant is your light on? I know that's kind of a silly question sometimes the lights just burn out. You could be low on coolant with air in your system. IF you ever ran low on coolant and you filled it you could have gotten air in your system. The light may not be on now because of that. 2. Your thermostat could be sticking. 3. Fans may not be working causing your car to cool down when you start moving with air passing through it. Do you have a problem with overheating in the summer at all?

first take of the cover if you have one it will be round or a sideways H, take out the bolts that are holding the horn on, then take the bolts out that are holding the steering wheel in place.

Get John Muirs -"How to keep your Volkswagen alive, A manual for the Compleat Idiot" and Bentleys "workshop manual". They have a huge amount of info, John Muir is a "real world" work-book and the Bently Manual is the VW "Official Workshop Manual" . Just like any other vehicle with drum brakes. Just do one side at a time so you have a reference to look at when you forget what it looked like before you began.

The 2.5 beetle takes normal gasoline and the turbo takes diesel.

You need to change the light bulb, the high and low beam on some vehicles are contained in a single bulb. or you could have a bad connection on just that one light

The engine size for a VW Beetle can typically be found on a metal plate located on the front of the engine compartment or stamped on the engine case itself, often near the generator or alternator. Additionally, you can check the owner's manual or the vehicle's documentation for specifications. For classic models, the engine size is usually indicated in cubic centimeters (cc) or liters.

To fix shimmy in a 1971 VW Beetle, start by checking the wheel alignment and balancing, as misalignment or unbalanced wheels can cause vibration. Inspect the front suspension components, including tie rods, ball joints, and shock absorbers, for wear or damage and replace any faulty parts. Additionally, examine the tires for uneven wear or defects, and ensure they are properly inflated. If the problem persists, consider consulting a professional mechanic for a thorough evaluation.

The rear window of a 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle measures approximately 33 inches wide by 16 inches tall. This larger, curved window design was one of the distinguishing features of the Super Beetle compared to earlier models. It provided improved visibility and a more modern aesthetic for the vehicle.