99 GTI 15 AMP FUSE BLOWING AT RELAY

[Scottcycles]

I have a 99 gti blowing the 15amp fuse at the starter solenoid / relay. If I disconnect the rectifier/ regulator from the module it doesn't blow and engine turns over. I repaced rectifier and didn't fix, not the problem. Could solenoid be bad or stator? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

 

[mikidymac]

Try just unplugging the stator. They can have a bad coil and short out that fuse.

 

[Scottcycles]

Try just unplugging the stator. They can have a bad coil and short out that fuse.

Thanks I'll try that and let you know

 

[Scottcycles]

Unplugged stator and plugged in rectifier fuse didn't blow. If I leave rectifier plugged in and plug stator in it blows 15 AMP FUSE at solenoid. If I leave rectifier unplugged I can turn engine over with start button and have spark at plugs. Please advise any info would be helpful. Thanks

 

[mikidymac]

I would be leaning towards stator.

 

[Scottcycles]

I would be leaning towards stator.

Thanks, that's what I was thinking unfortunately. If anyone else has any info I would appreciate it.

 

[mikidymac]

I think you can test it for a direct short which is what yours sounds like it might have. The manual outlines the steps.

 

[Scottcycles]

Sounds like I need a manual. Thanks again for your help

 

[mikidymac]

Google seadoomanuals. It’s free.