Hi

I need help trying to find the starter motor in a mk2 polo genesis. As the one in my mk2 polo gt has gone completely.

I have a Haynes manual but it doesn't show where the position is and the only pictures in the book , are ones that are too close up to see.

Can anyone help with instructions on how to remove it too?

you need to remove the 3 bolts holding it on which i think 2 of them go through the gearbox flange.

the starter is located behind the engine block.

the starter motor on these is hidden behind the front bumper, awkward as it seems you need a special tool from vw to access it

the starter motor on these is hidden behind the front bumper, awkward as it seems you need a special tool from vw to access it

erm no its not

its right around the back, very hard to access , its easiers if you can take off the inlet manifold

DON'T GIVE OUT DUFF ADVICE. IF YOU DON'T KNOW THE ANSWER THEN DON'T ANSWER - SIMPLE!!!

You can see the starter motor here

Its the thing with the blue sticker on it :)

Edited 12 April, 200917 yr by max_crox

DON'T GIVE OUT DUFF ADVICE. IF YOU DON'T KNOW THE ANSWER THEN DON'T ANSWER - SIMPLE!!!

its more work and more expense removing the inlet for no real gain SIMPLE and its also a bit tricky removing the inlet lol, like all jobs on cars all you need are decent tools.

starter motors regardless of car are at the end of the main +12v cable (yes the thick one)...

to be honest if you cant identify one for your own safety and the safety of others it may be a good idea to consult experienced or qualified help.

Edited 12 April, 200917 yr by bobby_hill

DON'T GIVE OUT DUFF ADVICE. IF YOU DON'T KNOW THE ANSWER THEN DON'T ANSWER - SIMPLE!!!

its more work and more expense removing the inlet for no real gain SIMPLE and its also a bit tricky removing the inlet lol, like all jobs on cars all you need are decent tools.

starter motors regardless of car are at the end of the main +12v cable (yes the thick one)...

to be honest if you cant identify one for your own safety and the safety of others it may be a good idea to consult experienced or qualified help.

end of the day you gave out duff advice, stop trying to cover your tracks!

Well, in a way, he is right. It is behind the front bumper, like everything else on the car.

damn site more easy removing the inlet than hunting around for it behind the friken front bumper lmao

8-10 bolts and a £2.99 gasket ffs

whats the special tool for it anyway? a 13mm socket?

Edited 12 April, 200917 yr by steveo3002

I think the "special tool" is the guy trying to find the starter motor behind the front bumper.

You would be a very special tool if you looked behind there for it!!!

Thanks the help everyone. :-)