Service and repair manuals for 6 model years of the Volvo WG, 1996 to 2001. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Volvo published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 12.1L · 10.5L · 10.0L I6 — 611 cu in, turbocharged · 14.0L I6 — 855 cu in, turbocharged · 10.8L I6 — 661 cu in, turbocharged · 10.3L · 11.1L I6 — 677 cu in · 14.6L I6 — 893 cu in, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 26 recalls, 10 owner complaints and 128 technical service bulletins are logged for the WG. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your WG year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | $29.99 | 1 | 12.1L; 10.8L I6; 14.0L I6; 11.1L I6 | WG64 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional | details → |
| 2000 | $29.99 | 4 | 12.1L; 14.0L I6; 10.8L I6; 11.1L I6 | WG64 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG64T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional | details → |
| 1999 | $29.99 | 1 | 12.1L; 10.5L; 10.8L I6; 14.0L I6; 11.1L I6 | WG64 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG64T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional | details → |
| 1998 | $29.99 | 6 | 12.1L; 10.5L; 10.0L I6; 14.0L I6; 10.8L I6; 14.6L I6; 11.1L I6 | WG64 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG64 Straight Truck - Low Tilt +2 | details → |
| 1997 | $29.99 | 8 | 12.1L; 10.5L; 10.0L I6; 14.0L I6; 10.8L I6; 10.3L; 11.1L I6 | WG64 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG64T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional | details → |
| 1996 | $29.99 | 6 | 12.1L; 10.5L; 10.0L I6; 14.0L I6; 10.8L I6; 10.3L; 11.1L I6 | WG64 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42T Tractor Truck - Medium Conventional · WG42 Straight Truck - Medium Conventional · WG64 Straight Truck - Low Tilt +1 | details → |
02 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore WG manual | $29.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the WG manual
Which WG years does this manual cover?
Every year from 1996 to 2001 — 6 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Volvo WG manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Volvo published for the WG, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include WG wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every WG manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover WG recalls?
26 recalls are on federal record across the 1996–2001 WG, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Volvo dealers.
Why do some WG years cost more?
Every WG year is $29.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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