Hi. I am trying to remove my alternator to take it in to get it tested to see if it works. My car will not start without a boost. There is some sort of cover over the bolt that holds on the alternator. I can feel the bolt when I put my pinkie finger inside the cover, however none of my sockets seem to fit the bolt????? Any ideas........ I like to tinker with this car so I would prefer to get this done myself. Thanks in advance for anyone's help. Great car chat here.......

 

What is the year and model of your vehicle? I could check on the bolt pattern for you.

 

do you drive a used volkswagen?