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How to check the alternator voltage
In this video, we will see how to check the charging voltage of the alternator, with the help of the publication "Automobile Electronic Technology" that we can …read all…
Posted on 24 January 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How do you replace the alternator pulley?
In order to replace the alternator pulley of a car, you need to completely remove the alternator from its housing by unscrewing the screws that hold it in …read all…
Posted on 2 August 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace and remove the alternator pulley.
As shown in the video, removing the alternator pulley is a similar operation for all machines with some small variations. You will need to make sure you have a …read all…
Posted on 26 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the alternator of the Geely Emgrand EC7
In today's video we will see the instructions on how to disassemble and replace the Geely Emgrand EC7 alternator. First of all we open the bonnet of our car …read all…
Posted on 6 June 2023 by ScegliAuto
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If the battery light comes on then it could be the alternator
If the battery warning light comes on on your car, it is not a battery problem, but it means that charging is not adequate. How do you recharge the battery on …read all…
Posted on 28 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to test car alternator
A car's alternator is responsible for supplying electricity and recharging the battery; it is therefore important to periodically check its functioning. We …read all…
Posted on 28 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How the car service belt works.
In this video tutorial we can see how the service belt is made, what it is for and when it is necessary to replace it. The timing belt is responsible for the …read all…
Posted on 15 May 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How a car alternator works
The alternator is a rotating electrical device based on the law of electromagnetic induction. The electromagnetic energy conversion reaches 90%, which is why …read all…
Posted on 23 December 2022 by ScegliAuto
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What if the alternator gets wet?
It may happen that you are driving along a road in torrential rain and perhaps get into some very deep puddles, and notice that the battery warning light on …read all…
Posted on 16 December 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the alternator pulley
In order to replace the alternator pulley it is necessary to use a specific kit following the operations described below. Once the alternator has been …read all…
Posted on 11 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
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If a red light comes on with a battery on your dashboard, the problem is the alternator.
If on your car a red light comes on with the battery with the +/- pole, you don't have a problem with the battery, but with the alternator or alternator belt; …read all…
Posted on 20 October 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to diagnose the alternator
To make this diagnosis, the battery and belt must be in order. Connect a voltmeter to the battery and measure the quiescent voltage. Turn on the ignition and …read all…
Posted on 14 October 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to disassemble the alternator of the Mitsubishi Adventure
In this guide we see the procedure that will allow us to disassemble and replace the alternator of the Mitsubishi Adventure, but also of the Freeca. First of …read all…
Posted on 16 December 2022 by ScegliAuto
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Com, and check the integrated alternator on a Mercedes
Before removing the alternator and the integrated starter it is necessary to remove the gearbox and the ESG control unit. It is necessary to loosen the sensor …read all…
Posted on 6 October 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How a car alternator is made
In this video tutorial we can see how a car alternator is made and how it works. In classic cars there is a three-phase alternator which consists of a casing, …read all…
Posted on 11 November 2022 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace the alternator on any car
In this video we will show you how to replace the alternator on any car. To begin, be sure to disconnect the negative pole clamp of the battery. On a …read all…
Posted on 13 May 2024 by ScegliAuto
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Removing the starter motor
Let's see the disassembly of the car's alternator. We raise the front hood and disconnect the battery clamps, then jack the vehicle up to the desired height. …read all…
Posted on 26 March 2024 by ScegliAuto
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How to replace Valeo alternator brushes on Citroen - Peugeot
Let's see in this video how to remove and replace the Valeo alternator brushes on some models of the Citroen - Peugeot group; this process can in principle be …read all…
Posted on 18 January 2024 by ScegliAuto
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Valeo alternator disassembly for cars
To disassemble a Valeo alternator, proceed as follows: first remove the rear plastic cover by unscrewing the cubes on the back. Remove the voltage regulator …read all…
Posted on 1 January 2024 by ScegliAuto
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Car alternator replacement
In this video we will see how to replace the alternator of a generic car. In fact, on most cars the disassembly procedure does not vary much: essentially we …read all…
Posted on 15 December 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to disassemble the car alternator
Let's see how to replace the car alternator. We pull the bar located at the bottom left of the dashboard and lift the bonnet putting it in safety, we identify …read all…
Posted on 27 November 2023 by ScegliAuto
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How to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo

Let's see in this short and simple guide the instructions that will allow us to open the bonnet of the Volkswagen Polo. First of all we open the front door, on the driver's side, and start pulling the opening lever of the engine hood, in order to open the lock; then let's move to the front of the vehicle and unhook the tab that we find on the central part, above the manufacturer's emblem, as shown in the video. At this point we block the bonnet with the lateral rod; then we accompany the bonnet down to close it again!

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