The starter starts to weaken, which means that it should be replaced by a new one. You shouldn't delay too long if you notice, because when the starter does not work anymore you will be unable to launch the famous Volkswagen Golf 7 Sw. Here is a tutorial to replace its starter and understand its principle.change-starter-Volkswagen-Golf-7-Sw

What is the starter of my Volkswagen Golf 7 Sw for?

A starter is an electric motor inside the engine of the famous Volkswagen Golf 7 Sw. The latter extracts electricity from the battery to be able to function, and gives the impulse to the motor so that it starts. To make sure it is a starter malfunction and not a battery problem, we recommend that you read the file on starting problems. Now that you've determined the malfunction, it's time to get to the heart of the matter.

How to change the starter of my Volkswagen Golf 7 Sw?

Before tackling the work, check that you have the essential tools. In order to perform such a manipulation you are going to need a filled toolbox, a jack, a wire brush and a pair of candles.

Remove the old starter

So, if you want to do this action, the most useful turns out to be really to memorize the positions, for the wires for example. We invite you to stamp them if that can help you.

  • Disconnect the negative battery terminal of the famous Volkswagen Golf 7 Sw.
  • If accessing the starter from the top is too complicated, you can use the jack stands to access it from below.
  • Disconnect all of the power supplies connecting to the starter
  • Place your jack under the engine in case it wobbles a bit.
  • Remove all the fixings and remember the positions
  • Remove the starter
  • Set aside the mounting base, since it will not always be supplied with the starter to be mounted
  • Clean the pods which can be oxidized with a brush

Attach new starter

Now that you have visualized the technique, it will be almost enough for you to carry out the reverse procedure.

  • Examine the old starter motor from the famous Volkswagen Golf 7 Sw and the brand new one so as to check if there are any variations in the mounting system, something which happens from time to time.
  • Return the starter base to its position
  • Put the famous starter in its place
  • Make sure it sits perfectly in its base and screw
  • Restore power to starter
  • Reconnect the negative terminal of the battery.

Its good. Now fitting a starter on the famous Volkswagen Golf 7 Sw is no magic for you. Have a good trip, and don't hesitate to leave a comment if this little tutorial has made your task easier!