replacing the clutch

So I had fixed all the problems with the blinkers, found the flasher for them, and everything is working fine....still havent found out whats causing it to idle high, and then low when I first start it up....

but the other day I was on my home from work, and my clutch went out....I was already having a crappy day that day.....

I went to advanced Auto parts and picked up the clutch...but this is the first time ive ever replaced a clutch seeing as all my cars were automatics, and this is my first standard...

if there is a way to do it without pulling the engine...or anyone knows a website with step by step instructions....including pictures (if no pics, thats cool too) then it would be awesome.....

also

I cannot find a Haynes, Chilton, or anyother kind of Service manual for my car, I have an '87 Jetta, but all I can find is '93 and newer....

Thanks a bunch, I appreciate the help yall give...

You do not need to remove the engine to drop the transaxle. YOu do, however, need to support the engine off of the mounts. So, a hoist is recommended. I recommend that you get a manuel before you try this. Two things every vw do-it-yourselfers should have: The Bently Manuel for VW's and the microfitch diagrams on cd rom. I have an old computer in my garage just to run my microfitch. If you do not want to buy the manuel, you could also check your local library.

Good luck

The VW service manual on microfiche can be bought on CD from your VW dealership for around $110. If you plan to have your car for more than a couple years and want to do your own work, I'd recommend it as well. If you don't already have a 12 point torx set, pick it up now. You won't be able to remove your half shafts without one.