How to fit a new starter motor?

[ashbreed]

Is there a how to guide of how to fit a new starter motor for a 8v gti on here? Also My cars engine code 2e so can u use another 8v starter motor?

[Dan_GTi8v]

any 8v should fit as they are all 020 gearbox. It's held on from memory by 1 bolt on the gearbox and 1 bolt on the front engine bracket, so you will need to support the weight of the engine with a jack or something. Once its undone it just pulls out and new one slots back in

Discnnect the battery as well before disconnecting the wires

[Seanl]

Did mine last friday. All in all, 4 bolts to remove. Dan is right that you will have to support the engine/gearbox with a jack. All bar 1 bolt can be reached from above. Actually a very straight forward job, just disconnect the battery neg and nothing will go wrong.