Types of Data Available
The technical data within VGM offers a wealth of diagrams and information. Below, we'll go through what each of the different subjects means:
Adjustments
Vehicle adjustment data includes various measurements for all parts of the vehicle. Examples of the type of data include:
Brake disc diameters
Brake disc thickness
Tyre sizes
Tyre pressures
Thermostat opening temperature
Oil temperature
Fuel pump pressure
Engine idle speed
Maintenance
The maintenance section offers information related to the maintenance and upkeep of the vehicle. Examples of the type of data here includes:
How often the oil filter should be changed
How to disconnect / reconnect the battery
How to reprogram the key
How to reset the service indicator
When to change brake fluid
When to change the timing belt
Lubricants
This section will give you your available options for different types of lubricants that can be used throughout the vehicle. For example:
What brake fluid to use
What gear oil to use
What power steering fluid to use
What air conditioning refrigerant to use
Drawings
Visually, the drawings are probably one of the most interesting areas of the technical data. You get access to a range of diagrams that show you how certain components fit together. This includes:
Expanded views of the brakes and how all the parts fit together
Expanded diagrams of the suspension
Images showing how to remove the dashboard
Images showing how to remove the central console
EOBD locations
EOBD (European On-Board Diagnostics) is a fairly small section that will offer diagrams to show you where you can access the EOBD diagnostic socket.
Fuse locations
Shows you where all the different fuses are located within the vehicle.
Stories
Procedure based section that will often show you step-by-step processes, such as installing and removing components. Examples include:
Clutch removal diagrams
Battery disconnection and reconnection
Airbag removal & installation
Cylinder head removal and installation
Service indicator reset
Timing belt installation procedure
Wiring diagrams
A comprehensive set of general wiring diagrams including:
Door locks
Supplemental restraints / Airbags
Air conditioning
Cruise control
Headlights
Cases
These outline various issues that the vehicle may have and present them to you in a ‘Symptom – Cause – Solution’ format. For example:
EGR Malfunction
ESP Warning light flashes
Engine warning light illuminates
Recalls
The recalls section will list any potential recalls that have been issued by the manufacturer.
