Model:
T2 (Type 2 Transporter)
Model Variant:
Bus / Van / Kombi / Pickup
Production Years Covered:
1968-1979, with emphasis on 1978
Generation:
T2 Second Generation
Product Category:
Vehicle Wiring Diagrams
Manufacturer:
Volkswagen AG
Manual Focus:
Electrical system wiring and diagrams
Target Audience:
Professional technicians and DIY owners restoring or repairing T2 electrical systems
Primary Use:
Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of the van's 12V electrical system
Factory Accuracy:
Wiring diagrams based on Volkswagen factory documentation
Completeness:
Covers ignition, lighting, charging, starting, instrumentation, and accessory circuits
Clarity:
Color-coded circuit layouts for fast fault tracing
Cost Savings:
Enables owner-performed electrical repair without dealer dependency
Manual Type:
Electrical Diagrams (Wiring Diagram Manual)
Coverage Areas:
Complete T2 vehicle wiring: ignition, lighting, charging, starting, instrumentation, accessories
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Page Count:
N/A - not specified for this digital edition
Binding:
Digital (PDF download)
Printability:
Fully printable for workshop reference
Ignition System:
Coil, distributor, spark plug, and switch circuits
Charging System:
Alternator/generator, voltage regulator, and battery circuits
Starting System:
Starter motor, solenoid, and ignition switch wiring
Lighting - Exterior:
Headlights, taillights, turn signals, brake lights, fog lights
Lighting - Interior:
Dome light, cargo area lighting, switch circuits
Instrumentation:
Speedometer, fuel gauge, temperature gauge, warning lights
Accessories:
Wiper/washer, heater blower, horn, radio and accessory circuits
Fuses and Relays:
Fuse box layout, relay locations, and ratings
Circuit Tracing:
Wire-by-wire current path diagrams for fault isolation
Component Locations:
Ground points, connectors, and component positions
Troubleshooting:
Systematic electrical fault diagnosis guidance
Wire Identification:
Wire color codes and gauge references
Detail Level:
Full factory-style schematic diagrams per circuit
Voltage System:
12V negative ground
Applicability:
1978 model year, with reference to T2 range 1968-1979
Part References:
Circuit components identified by function and connection
Replacement Guidance:
N/A - not a parts catalog; electrical repair reference only
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
Air-cooled Boxer (flat-four)
Engine Options Range:
1.6L and 2.0L air-cooled flat-four for T2 era
Performance:
Approximately 50-70 hp depending on engine variant
Fuel System:
Carburetor (Solex-type)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Ignition System:
Coil and distributor ignition, fully diagrammed
Power Source:
Vehicle's 12V Electrical System
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2400 mm (94.5 in)
Length:
Approximately 4500 mm (177 in)
Body Style:
Panel van, bus, Kombi, and pickup variants
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1350-1500 kg depending on variant
Crash Test Information:
N/A - pre-dates modern crash test rating programs
Electrical Safety Features
Active Features:
Turn signals, hazard warning system, brake lights, headlight circuits
Passive Features:
Fused circuits protecting wiring harnesses
Warning Indicators:
Charge, oil pressure, and brake warning light circuits in diagrams
Audio System:
Radio and speaker wiring circuits included in diagrams
Antenna:
Antenna circuit routing shown
Driver Assistance:
N/A - not fitted on this era of vehicle
Instrumentation:
Analog gauge cluster circuits: speedometer, fuel, temperature, charge
Inspection Schedule:
Refer to specific maintenance intervals for vehicle electrical components
Battery Checks:
Periodic terminal cleaning and charge verification
Wiring Inspection:
Regular checks for chafing, corrosion, and loose connections
Battery:
12V lead-acid; electrolyte level checks where applicable
Other Fluids:
N/A - manual covers electrical systems only
Common Electrical Wear Items
Known Issues:
Corroded ground points, aged connectors, worn ignition switch contacts
Fuses:
Fuse box corrosion and blown fuse tracing
Headlight and Signal Circuits:
Switch and relay wear in lighting circuits
Manufacturer:
Volkswagen AG, Wolfsburg, Germany
Model Heritage:
Type 2 Transporter, in production since 1950
T2 Generation:
Second-generation Type 2, produced 1968-1979
1978 Model Year:
Late T2 with updated electrical system and 12V architecture
Production Location:
Hanover, West Germany
