1999 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
190,000 MILES
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MUSKY
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im trying to replace the alternator i removed the two mounting bolts and the belt but i still cant move the alternator,am i miising another bolt.
Mar 4, 2013 at 7:58 PM
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EXOVCDS
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You need to pry against it to remove it.

There are "sliders" that grab the bracket when the bolts are tightened... the sliders need to be pressed back out for installation when
mounting it again.

Watch my TDi video... similar to gas engine if yours is gas.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3s0IVhLVto

Thomas
Mar 4, 2013 at 8:32 PM
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EXOVCDS
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Figured it out?

Mar 5, 2013 at 9:17 PM