The starter is starting to get temperamental, which means it should be replaced. You shouldn't wait too long when you notice it, because if the starter falls into the harbor you will no longer be able to launch this Volkswagen Amarok. You will find below a tutorial on how to replace its starter and know how it works.
What is the starter of my Volkswagen Amarok for?
A starter is an electric motor in the engine content of this Volkswagen Amarok. The latter extracts electricity from the battery to be able to turn, and gives the impulse to the engine so that it starts. So, if you want to know that it is indeed a starter malfunction and not a battery problem, we invite you to read the article on starting problems. Now that we have spotted the dysfunction, we can attack.
How to change the starter on my Volkswagen Amarok?
Before starting operations, make sure you have the necessary tools. In order to perform this operation you will need a filled toolbox, a jack, a wire brush but also a pair of candles.
Remove the old starter
In order to carry out this action, the most important thing is to properly memorize the locations, especially cables. Do not hesitate to locate them using a marker if necessary.
- Disconnect the minus terminal from the battery of this Volkswagen Amarok.
- If it happens that the access to the starter from the top is too complex, do not hesitate to use the jack stands in order to get there from below.
- Disconnect all of the power supplies that connect to the starter
- Position your jack below the engine in case it wobbles a bit.
- Release each of the fixings and memorize the locations
- Disassemble the starter
- Set aside the mounting bracket, since it will not be systematically sold with the starter to be fitted
- Polish the pods which will sometimes be oxidized using a brush
Attach new starter
Once the technique has been retained, it will be sufficient to perform the reverse maneuver approximately.
- Examine this Volkswagen Amarok's old starter motor and the new one to see if there are any mounting system dissimilarities, which is not uncommon to see.
- Reclip the starter support in its place
- Mount the brand new starter in its place
- Check that it is in its guide and screw
- Put the wires back to the starter
- Reattach the negative terminal of this battery.
Its good. Today, reassembling a starter on this Volkswagen Amarok is no magic for your eyes. Have a good trip, and leave us a comment if you liked our article!