Rabbit Hatchback L4-1588cc 1.6L DSL SOHC (1983)
Battery Cable: All Technical Service Bulletins
Battery - Corrosion on Ground Cable/Starting Problems
Applies To
Rabbit
Scirocco Jetta Convertible Dasher/Quantum All Years
Group
97
Subject
Battery ground cable
Part Identifier 9785
Key Points
Corrosion on battery ground cable can cause starting problems
C
Number
83-08
October 31, 1983
Corrosion on the eyelet of the battery ground cable can cause starting problems.
Work sequence
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remove battery ground cable from battery and mounting point on transmission
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clean eyelet of battery cable and mating surface on transmission
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coat area with lithium grease to prevent corrosion
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reinstall battery ground cable and torque to specification
