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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: dan_thevdub_man on 12 February 2013, 01:15

Title: new 8v gti problems. helo needed asap
Post by: dan_thevdub_man on 12 February 2013, 01:15

hi guys.  I recently bought a 1996 mk3 gti 8v 2.0. had various work done to it.  piccs to follow shortly. im having trouble starting it of it has been stood for a day.  as if the batery wont hold its charge.  once its jumped, driven forkabit...if I turn engine off ot starts first time, could this be  battery issue. if so...wht battery shud I go for. and how would i install it without Interrptingnf immobiliser etc.
 thanks in advance
dan

Title: Re: new 8v gti problems. helo needed asap
Post by: Gavv8 on 12 February 2013, 05:55

I'd start by replacing the battery, the cold weather puts extra strain on it anyway.

Title: Re: new 8v gti problems. helo needed asap
Post by: itavaltalainen on 12 February 2013, 09:23

before buying a new battery test that the alternator chucks out 14v with lights etc off and engine running. no point in buying a new battery if you don't test that first, as if alternator regulator is done a new battery won't be much joy for long.

got a varta battery for sale if need be (will go cheap)... it's a spare that is just sitting in my shelf, about 1.5 yrs old.

Title: Re: new 8v gti problems. helo needed asap
Post by: dan_thevdub_man on 12 February 2013, 10:40

thanks for your help. im going test alternator later.
if it is the battery. are the difficult to replace? I have an aftermarket cobra immobiliser

Title: Re: new 8v gti problems. helo needed asap
Post by: itavaltalainen on 12 February 2013, 11:56

battery is easy swap. you need a 10mm for terminals and i think 13mm socket for bracket.
might have to turn the bracket upside down since the base of new batteries is different and would otherwise wobble about when you turn...