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How to change distributor rotor on VW Golf 2 – replacement guide
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VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.3, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.6, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.6, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI G60 Syncro, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 Syncro, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 i Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI 16V, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI 16V, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI G60, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.3 Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 i Cat Syncro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.3, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.6, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.6, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI G60 Syncro, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 Syncro, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 i Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI 16V, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI 16V, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI G60, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.3 Cat, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 GTI, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8, VW GOLF II (19E, 1G1) 1.8 i Cat Syncro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change distributor rotor VW GOLF 2 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Distributor Rotor for GOLF II (19E, 1G1) and other VW models
Distributor rotor
Alternative products

Electronic spray
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: distributor rotor – VW Golf 2. AUTODOC experts recommend:
- Follow the terms, recommendations and requirements of the part operation provided by the manufacturer.
- Thoroughly inspect the ignition distributor assembly. Replace any worn parts.
- Please note: all work on the car – VW Golf 2 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1Open the hood.
- Step 2Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
- Step 3Make marks on the distributor cap to indicate the installation order of the spark plug wires.
- Step 4Disconnect the spark plug wires from the distributor cap.Replacement: distributor rotor – VW Golf 2. Tip from AUTODOC:Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
- Step 5Release the distributor cap clips. Use a crowbar.
- Step 6Remove the distributor cap.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: distributor rotor – VW Golf 2. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
- Step 7Remove the ignition distributor rotor.Replacement: distributor rotor – VW Golf 2. Professionals recommend:Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
- Step 8Install a new ignition distributor rotor.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: distributor rotor – VW Golf 2. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the part.
- Step 9Install the distributor cap.Replacement: distributor rotor – VW Golf 2. AUTODOC experts recommend:When installing, do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the part.
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