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well my friend, your windshield wipers work off of an electric motor powered by your battery which is charged by the alternator, hope this makes sense to you, if wipers arent working it may be a fuse or the electric motor. if your alternator belt is not on or your alternator isn't working your battery will bo dead pretty quick and your car wont start at all. hope i helped sharris@maplenet.net if you have any car questions
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How do you get to the windshield wiper motor on a Mk4 1999 volkswagen jetta?
It is under the cowl thing. You must remove the wipers. MAKE SURE YOU MARK THE LOCATION OF THE WIPERS ON THE WINDSHIELD.
How do you repair your windshield wipers on a 98 Volkswagen Jetta windshield wipers will not turn off?
Unfortunately you need to replace the wiper control inside. Look it over closely, if your not comfortable doing it then take it to someone you trust for repairs.
How do you install an alternator in a 2001 Volkswagen jetta?
You will need to bolt the alternator into your 2001 VW Jetta engine. Connect the wiring harness to the back of the alternator. Put the serpentine belt on to the alternator. Tighten the belt.
What size are the windshield wipers of a vw 2009 Jetta?
The 2009 Volkswagen Jetta takes fairly specialized wipers. See related links below. 24" drivers side and 19" passenger side with special attachments. This vehicle also came equipped with beam style blades so its recommended to stick with that style.
What does it mean when your Volkswagen jetta's battery light comes on?
most likely the alternator is bad.
How do you replace an alternator in a 1999 Volkswagen jetta glx?
A 1999 Volkswagen Jetta's alternator is located on the front of the engine. To remove it the mounting bolts, belt, and bracket must be removed. Once taken off the engine the alternator should be directly tested to see if it is indeed the problem.
Where is the thermostat located in a 2001 volkswagen jetta 2.0?
front side of engine near the alternator
How do you turn off the rear wipers in a 2001 volkswagen jetta?
how do i turn off rear wiper for my Montana van
Your 1998 VW Cabrio radio ac headlights windshield wipers just stopped working Anyone know why?
I just had this same problem with my 1998 VW Jetta. My parking brake light came on one day, but only half illuminated. Shortly after my windshield wipers and headlights stopped working. My radio works but the fans don't work either. I just found a thread which seems to point the problem at the ignition switch: http://car.justanswer.com/volkswagen/6uht-1998-volkswagen-jetta-headlights
What is the windshield wiper blade size for a 2005 jetta?
The 2005 VW Jetta had a change mid-model year and it will depend on when your Jetta was manufacturered. See related links below for a description of what to do to determine which wipers you need.
Is there anything besides the alternator being bad that would cause a 2002 Volkswagen jetta to stop running when the battery is disconnected?
No
How many valves does the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta have?
The 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has 20 valves.
