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Valeo New Starter | 438138

Name: Valeo New 438138 Starter - VW
Brand: Valeo New
SKU: 438138
Price: 195.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

VW Jetta, Golf, Beetle, Jetta IV, Jetta MK4, Golf MK4, Golf IV

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P/N: 438138 Valeo New FREE SHIPPING

A starter is an electric motor mounted on the rear of an internal combustion engine that is used to turn the engine allowing it to start and run under its own power. To start the engine, the starter must be capable of producing up to 200 ft-lbs of torque and requires a fully charged battery to power it.

Starters fail when the solenoid can no longer engage the drive gear to the engine’s ring gear or when the starter motor will not turn over. Starters often fail without warning but give a few tells when they are about to stop working. If, when attempting to start your VW, the engine turns over and stops, but on the next attempt starts the engine, the starter motor is likely to fail. If when starting the engine, the engine starts and the starter drive gear does not disengage the ring gear, and the starter sounds like it is continuing to run, the starter solenoid is getting stuck and is likely to fail. Oil leaking onto the starter and corroded cable connections can cause the starter solenoid and motor to short out.

Important Note: A weak battery, loose battery cables, corroded battery terminals, and frayed or broken ground straps can mimic a failed starter and should be thoroughly inspected before replacing a suspected failed starter.

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Left = Driver side and Right = Passenger side.

All parts are priced individually unless identified as a set or kit. "Per car" notes identify how many of a given part your car has and "Left/Right or Front/Rear" notes means the part fits the left or right side of the car. These parts are still sold individually and you'll need to select the appropriate quantity if you plan to replace more than one of this item.

What This Valeo New Starter Fits?

Application information below is for reference only and should not be used to determine the exact vehicle fitment. Please use the "Make Sure It Fits" vehicle selection box above to determine the exact fitment and review any application notes. If you need any help determining if this part works with your vehicle, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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