Tool and equipment In addition to the tools included in the basic set, the following special tools are required to work on the engine electrical system: Test lamp and jumpers - for checking...
Checking the charging circuit Security measures When performing any work on the electrical circuits associated with the generator, it is important to observe the following rules: 1. Never disconnect or...
Removal and installation of the generator Removing 1. Disconnect the wire "masses" from the battery, release the wire clamp and disconnect the electrical connector on the back of the generator (pic. D:4, D:5). 2. Loosen...
Generator repair Golf, Jetta, and Scirocco models can be fitted with one of two types of alternators: Bosch or Motorola (pic. D:7, D:8, D:9). The following procedure for replacing the brushes and...
Ignition distributor Removal - All Engines 1. Disconnect the wire "masses" from the battery, turn the crankshaft so as to bring the piston of cylinder No. 1 to TDC of the end of the compression stroke...
Ignition coil Removal and installation The ignition coil is installed in the rear of the engine compartment (pic. D:25). To remove the coil, disconnect the low voltage wire connectors from the...
Starter check If the starter does not work, see the section " Possible malfunctions of the electrical equipment of the engine " at the end of this chapter, then follow the procedures below in...
Removal and installation of a starter Removing 1. Disconnect the wire "masses" from the battery. 2. Disconnect all wires from the starter retractor, noting their position. 3. Remove the bolt securing the exhaust pipe...
Starter repair Brush replacement 1. Remove the starter from the engine as described earlier and remove the protective cap from the cover of the brush holders (pic. D:29). 2. Remove retaining...
Replacement of sensors Oil pressure sensor - replacement The oil pressure sensor on 1.1 / 1.3 l engines is installed on the cylinder head on the carburetor side, and on 1.5 / 1.6 / 1.8 l engines - in...