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Model specific boards => Golf mk3 => Topic started by: nelds on 06 March 2008, 21:46

Title: low power
Post by: nelds on 06 March 2008, 21:46

I've noticed on my 16V that when i start it either first thing in the morning or in the evening after work the wipers are slow and headlights are dim. once i pull away and the revs get past 2000rpm you can see the lights kick into to life and the wipers speed up......any ideas...?

Title: Re: low power
Post by: G60GTI16V on 06 March 2008, 22:40

check alternator..? doesnt take 5 mins

Title: Re: low power
Post by: Pete Taylor on 07 March 2008, 07:24

Sounds like i's alternator related rather than battery or earthing problem

Title: Re: low power
Post by: nelds on 07 March 2008, 07:35

wot should i look for..?

Title: Re: low power
Post by: Pete Taylor on 07 March 2008, 07:38

Sounds like you should look for a new alternator! Go to Halfrauds and get them to do a free battery check. They should tell you that the battery isn't getting enough from the alternator

Title: Re: low power
Post by: nelds on 07 March 2008, 19:30

alternator may have to wait as my rad went on me this morning......picked a new one up from Eurocar parts for £53....should i replace the thermostat too when doing the rad or can i re-use..??.....can wait to do that this weekend with the weather forecast we've had  :grin: