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Guide to replacing the alternator of the Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, MK 4, Golf 4 - Years 1997-2003
Part: Alternator

The following steps will guide us through the process of disassembling and replacing the alternator of the Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI. First of all, we open the engine hood of the vehicle and start by disconnecting the negative pole of the battery; then we disconnect the intake hose, as shown in the video. At this point, it will be necessary to remove the alternator belt, loosening the tensioner with a star wrench; we unscrew the alternator bolts and disconnect its electrical wiring to remove it and replace it with the new one, following the video tutorial until the end.

Posted on 23 December 2024 by ScegliAuto

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