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1991 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
100,000 MILES
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CHRISTONE
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Has a noise in the gearbox when I start my engine
Apr 20, 2012 at 7:39 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Check that the ring gear that is the gear on the drive plate that the starter engages is not damaged, you will have to remove starter and rotate engine by hand to inspect fully.
Apr 20, 2012 at 8:17 AM
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