Replacing breaker contacts (VW Golf 2)

During operation, the contacts burn out and need to be replaced.

1. Remove the ignition distributor cap, pull the pin and remove the sealing washer.

2. Disconnect the breaker contact wire and unscrew the bolts.

3. Remove the contacts.

4. Assembly occurs in reverse order.

5. The sliding contact slider should be lubricated with a small amount of oil. The contact surfaces should fit together normally.

6. Set the gap between the hammer and the anvil. The gap should be 0.45 mm at the moment when the slider of the movable contact rests on the highest point of the convexity of one of the cams. To do this, it is necessary to turn the distributor shaft to the appropriate angle, and then insert a feeler gauge between the contacts.

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The inserted probe should not push the contacts apart and should move with minimal resistance.

7. After replacing the contacts, it is necessary to adjust the ignition timing angle.