Bosch SR0786X Starter Motor

Bosch SR0786X Remanufactured Starter

The Bosch SR0786X is a remanufactured 12-volt starter built for direct replacement in select Volkswagen applications. It uses a closed nose aluminum housing, counterclockwise rotation, and an attached solenoid for a clean OE-style starting system repair.

Designed for Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, and Passat applications, this Bosch starter is built and tested for dependable cranking performance. The SR0786X is a practical choice when you need a remanufactured starter that matches the original electrical and mounting requirements.

Key Features

• 12-volt starter with 2.0 power rating
• Remanufactured Bosch starter for OE-style replacement
• Closed nose design with aluminum nose cone and aluminum finish
• Counterclockwise starter rotation
• Solenoid attached for simplified replacement
• 11-tooth drive configuration
• 2 mounting bolt holes
• Direct replacement for select Volkswagen starter applications

Product Details

Bosch Premium Starters are remanufactured, built, and tested to deliver consistent starting performance and reliability. The SR0786X follows the original equipment style used in select Volkswagen models, including Beetle, Golf, Jetta, and Passat applications. This part number, SR0786X, also cross-references 02M911024 and 02M911024P for the same application.

Compatible With 2013-2014 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A. Compatible With 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, including applications with Valeo Unit, Bosch Unit, or standard starter configurations. Compatible With 2009-2014 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A. Compatible With 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat, N/A, including Bosch Unit, Valeo Unit, and Valeo Unit with 2.0 Kilowatt Starter notes.

Common Starting Issues This Part Can Address

• Engine no-crank condition when the starter motor has failed
• Slow or weak cranking during ignition
• Intermittent starting caused by worn starter internals
• Clicking at key turn when the starter solenoid is not engaging properly
• Starting system failure on select Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, and Passat models

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s original starter configuration before installation, especially on Golf and Passat applications that list Bosch or Valeo unit notes. Confirm the 12-volt system, 2-bolt mounting pattern, 11-tooth drive, and counterclockwise rotation match the removed unit. No mounting hardware or shims are listed for this part, so reuse or source only what the vehicle requires.

Quality Assurance

This Bosch remanufactured starter is built and tested to meet the performance and reliability expectations associated with Bosch starting components. It is intended as a direct-fit replacement for the listed Volkswagen applications and follows the original equipment style for proper starting-system service.