In a message dated 3/12/03 2:56:14 PM Eastern Standard Time,
hccarter@ATTBI.COM writes:

> OK - I admit I am new to vanagons -but- this is a first for me.  How do I
> add oil to the thing?  There is what looks like an oil cap between the
> distributor and alternator - however it won't seem to pull off or twist
> off.
> Help???  Also I guess it might be a good idea for me to get an owners
> manual
> and a workshop manual!  Does anyone have any extras for an 86 Syncro
> Vanagon?  Or know of a good source?
>
>

hold the neck while unscrewing the cap. then pull out the extension.  (yep
there's a telescoping extension in there)  might still have to use a small
funnel.  ps, if you use the filler cap to prop the lisc plate door open and
it falls behind the bumper, try not to swear too much :<)

oh, and to answer your next question, the front washer bottle filler cap is
under the left front carpet.
your welcome :<)

chris