This famous starter is starting to weaken, so it's time to replace it with a new one. Do not leave it lying around if you feel it weaken, as if the starter breaks down it will be impossible for you to launch the famous Volkswagen 181. You will find below a special file in order to replace its starter and apprehend its action.
What is the starter for my Volkswagen 181 for?
The starter is an electric motor inside the engine of the famous Volkswagen 181. Indeed, it draws electricity from the battery to be able to launch, and sends the impulse to the engine to start. So to know that this is really a starter problem and not another problem, We suggest you read the file on startup problems. Now that you've determined the concern, it's time to get to the heart of the matter.
How to change the starter on my Volkswagen 181?
Before starting the tasks, make sure you have the necessary tools. In order to carry out such a manipulation you will need a complete toolbox, your jack, your wire brush and two candles.
Remove the old starter
In order to carry out this action, the most important thing turns out to be to really retain the positions, particularly the wires. Do not hesitate to mark them if necessary.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal of the famous Volkswagen 181.
- If accessing the starter from above is really complex, do not hesitate to use candles to reach it from below.
- Disconnect all of the power supplies that are connected to the starter
- Place the jack below the engine in case it wobbles slightly.
- Remove all fasteners and retain the positions
- Disassemble the starter
- Keep the mounting frame, as it will not necessarily be sold with the new starter.
- Polish the pods which can be oxidized with a brush
Attach new starter
Once you have retained the manipulation, you will only have approximately to execute the opposite manipulation.
- Examine the old starter of the famous Volkswagen 181 and the new one to find out if there are any dissimilarities in the mounting system, and this is not unusual.
- Reclip the starter armature to its position
- Mount the brand new starter in its place
- Check that it is well on its support and screw
- Connect the power supplies to the starter
- Reconnect the negative terminal of your battery.
That's it. Now setting up a starter on the famous Volkswagen 181 is not magic for you. Have a good trip, and don't hesitate to leave a comment if you liked our article!