Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Transporter T3 Van 2.1, VW Transporter T3 Van 1.9, VW Transporter T3 Van 2.1 Syncro, VW Transporter T3 Van 1.9, VW Transporter T3 Van 1.9 Syncro, VW Transporter T3 Van 2.1 Syncro, VW Transporter T3 Van 2.1, VW Transporter T3 Van 2.1 i View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Distributor Rotor for Transporter T3 Van and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
Crow bar
Fender cover
Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. 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 TRANSPORTER III Box – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood.
    Step 2
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 3
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    Make marks on the distributor cap to indicate the installation order of the spark plug wires.
  2. Step 4
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    Disconnect the spark plug wires from the distributor cap.
    Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.
  3. Step 5
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    Release the distributor cap clips. Use a crowbar.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the distributor cap.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the ignition distributor rotor.
    Replacement: distributor rotor – VW TRANSPORTER III Box. Professionals recommend:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.
  6. Step 8
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    Install a new ignition distributor rotor.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    When installing, do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the part.
  7. Step 9
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    Install the distributor cap.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    When installing, do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the part.
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