Recent content by samg1988

My alternator mounts perpendicular to that. Its exactly like that crappy diagram I posted. I couldnt figure this out for the life of me.

Vin number is VE1CB1D0F25916817 That first E might be an F. Does this help?

Thanks Nick but I think thats a different engine to mine. I have a 2002 Mk2 Ph2 1.6. From what I gather its a K4M engine with aircon?

Im TOTALLY stuck... . I got the alternator and a new belt. Now I can't figure out what I need to loosen to get it back on there. I found this diagram which seems to make sense for the way my belt should go. Uploaded with ImageShack.us The thing I can assume to be the tensioner is held on...

I don't have a VIN number to hand, but its a MK2 PH2 1.6. Even if someone has a diagram of the way the belts go round the pulleys it would be a start. Then I just need to know how to get it to the right tension?

Thanks chapster but I already have something sorted. Does anyone have access to a guide that shows how the belt should go and how to tighten it etc? This is the first time I've fitted one up.

I ended up removing the front bumper to get the old one out. The pulley had come out and snapped a little bit on the edge. I'm wondering if it would be easier to replace the pulley than get a new alternator?

So my alternator decided to blow itself to bits tonight. The mechanism has failed and the belt is already loose. After doing some reading I need to disconnect the battery, then remove the headlight and slam panel if I can. Will this give me enough room to unbolt it and remove it? I've not...

I was thinking that after doing more reading. Just replaced the driveshaft yesterday so at least one side front is fine... I'll try cleaning both sensors too.

This ones been baffling me for a while... My car came with pretty new discs and pads when I bought it, both of which are in good condition still. Occaisionally I get this odd braking feeling through the pedal while in general driving, a bit like the ABS is trying to kick in but really poorly...

Where would I be able to find the cable if it's come off? The pedal does come back up somewhat, but pushing it down feels like theres nothing there, and I cant select any gears.

Just changed the driveshaft today, and topped up with new oil. I bought 3x 1litre 75w80 gear oil from halfords. -...

Thanks for the advice chaps. I also understand I'll need an 8mm square socket and a copper washer? Or could I get away using a 3/8" drive or something similar?

I'm getting some serious knocking when on full lock turning right. From my understanding this is likely to be the outer CV joint. After doing some reading on here, I'm led to believe it's cheaper/easier to change the whole driveshaft. At a glance, this would cost £60 from someone like Euro...

Cheers thankyou!