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Mk1 - Electrical

1974-1983

# Electrical Systems ## Charging System ### Alternator - 55A or 70A options - External regulator - 0.8-1.0 charge voltage ## Starting ### Starter Motor - Pre-engaged type - 12V system - solenoid mounted on casing ## Lighting - Quartz halogen headlights - Simple relay control - Add-on driving lights common ## Instrument Cluster - Analog gauges - Check engine light (later models) - Simple sender units

Specifications

System Voltage12V negative ground
Battery45-55AH
Alternator55A / 70A