starter motor

Is there any way to stop my A2 doing a little scream on startup, other than changing the starter motor?

Hi All, Its a sign its winter! soon as you need the motor it will not start. New battery (thanks for advice) fitted, but starter is not having it, its very slow to non existent. TBH its been very laboured turning over since we bought the car end of last January but always kicked in. Not...

Hi guys. I've been having all kinds of trouble with the starter motor and alternator and inconsistent running/voltage etc on my 2004 tdi, finally tracked it down to the earth strap connecting behind the ABS unit (n/s behind headlight). The bolt was corroded and when I have tried to remove it it...

Colleagues The squealing starter motor posts are becoming more frequent in the forum, especially for those who are holding onto our A2's. I finally decided to get the problem fixed and contacted Tom (our resident A2 electrical guru) for advice. Option 1 was strip down of the starter and the...