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Volkswagen Golf - Video tutorial

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

In order to replace the alternator it is first necessary to remove the V-belt: therefore, lift the car on suitable car stands in order to access more easily under the engine compartment; then loosen the auxiliary belt tensioner and free the pulleys after taking note of the various steps; before continuing with the disassembly of the alternator disconnect the battery, disconnect the air conditioning compressor socket and unscrew the relative fixing pins, leaving it hanging without disconnecting the pipes; then disconnect the socket from the alternator and the positive cable and then remove the tensioner and be able to access the fixing pins of the alternator itself; at this point it is also necessary to disassemble the power steering pump, again without disconnecting the pipes, in order to free the alternator and extract it from its seat and extract it from the bottom. Then proceed backwards to install the new alternator.


Posted on 16 August 2023 by ScegliAuto

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How to set the time on the Peugeot 308

If we need to change the time on this car we can follow the instructions given in this video tutorial and read the instructions below. First of all, access the driver's seat and turn on the ignition. On the right multifunction lever there are the controls with the arrows to scroll the various menu functions and scroll the various functions up to "display adjust", after which press the button behind the lever to change the time, once set the new value press again the key with the arrow indication and modify the minutes in this way the work will be completed.

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