download 1995-96 STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS Volkswagen Starters Cabrio,
Golf III, GTI, Jetta III DESCRIPTION Starter is a brush type,
series-wound electric motor with an overrunning clutch. Field frame is
enclosed by commutator end frame and drive bushing, and carries pole
shoes and field coils. A splined armature shaft drive end carries drive
assembly. TROUBLE SHOOTING NOTE: ON-VEHICLE TESTING STARTER DOES NOT
CRANK ENGINE 1) Ensure battery is fully charged. Ensure electrical and
ground connections are clean and tight. With ignition switch in START
position, measure voltage at spade terminal of starter solenoid. Reading
should be at least 8 volts. If voltage is as specified, go to step 3).
If voltage is not as specified, go to next step.
2) Measure voltage at
ignition switch. If reading is at least 8 volts, check wiring between
ignition switch and starter solenoid. If voltage is not as specified,
replace ignition switch. 3) While operating starter, measure voltage at
field (starter) terminal of starter solenoid. If reading is at least 8
volts, repair or replace starter. If reading is less than 8 volts,
replace starter solenoid. NOTE: See TROUBLE SHOOTING article in
GENERAL INFORMATION. On vehicles with automatic transmission, also
check park/neutral switch. STARTER CRANKS TOO SLOWLY TO START ENGINE
Ensure battery is fully charged. Ensure electrical and ground
connections are clean and tight. If necessary, clean and tighten ground
strap between transmission and body. DO NOT loosen ground strap on body.
If starter still turns slowly, repair or replace starter. REMOVAL
& INSTALLATION Removal & Installation 1) Disconnect negative
battery cable. Support engine/transmission assembly with Support Beam
(VW 10-222A) and Leg