Standard Ignition SS-262 Starter Solenoid

Starter Solenoid for Volkswagen and Audi Applications

Standard Ignition SS-262 is a 12-volt starter solenoid built with a black and silver aluminum and plastic finish. It uses a stud and blade terminal design with 5 male terminals, a spring, and no connector quantity, making it a direct replacement style component for select Volkswagen and Audi starting systems.

Compatible With 1980-1987 Volkswagen Jetta, 1980-1987 Volkswagen Golf, 1980-1987 Volkswagen Cabriolet, 1980-1987 Volkswagen Rabbit Pickup, 1982-1984 Volkswagen Quantum, 1981-1984 Audi 4000, 1981-1984 Audi Coupe, and 1983-1984 Audi Quattro applications. Standard Ignition SS-262 also cross-references 055911287 and 0331303004 for the same application.

Key Features

• 12-volt starter solenoid for starting circuit control
• 5 male terminals with stud and blade terminal type
• Aluminum and plastic construction with black and silver finish
• Spring included for internal return action
• Length: 1.98 in. (50.292 mm)
• Lug hole diameter: 0.16 in. (4.064 mm)
• Standard Ignition SS-262 replacement part

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition SS-262 is a starter solenoid for vehicles that use a 12-volt electrical system and a stud-and-blade terminal layout. The compact housing measures 1.98 inches long and is built from aluminum and plastic with a black and silver finish. With five male terminals and no mounting bracket or hardware included, it is suited for service replacement where the original solenoid configuration matches the OE reference numbers listed in the fitment data.

This part is listed for select Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Cabriolet, Rabbit Pickup, and Quantum models, along with Audi 4000, Coupe, and Quattro applications. Use the OE references in the fitment notes to confirm the correct starter solenoid before ordering SS-262.

What It Helps Fix

• No-crank condition when the starter circuit does not engage
• Intermittent starter engagement caused by worn solenoid contacts
• Clicking at key start with no engine rotation
• Starter activation issues related to damaged terminals or internal spring failure
• Electrical starting faults on older Volkswagen and Audi vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify OE numbers, terminal layout, and physical dimensions before installation. This solenoid uses 5 male terminals and a stud-and-blade connection style, so the vehicle harness must match that configuration. No connector quantity, mounting bracket, or hardware is included, and the part is not continuous duty. Confirm battery condition, starter condition, and cable integrity during diagnosis to avoid replacing the solenoid for a separate starting-system fault.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies electrical replacement parts for service applications, and SS-262 is built to match the listed OE references for the specified Volkswagen and Audi fitments. Confirm application details against the vehicle’s original part number before installation.