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IM trying to replace the alternator I removed.

Tiny
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  • 1999 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
  • 190,000 MILES
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.
Monday, March 4th, 2013 AT 7:58 PM

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Tiny
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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
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Monday, March 4th, 2013 AT 8:32 PM
Tiny
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Tuesday, March 5th, 2013 AT 9:17 PM

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