Removing and installing alternator

Caution
When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the
procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly
observed Chapter.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-

Locking pin -T10060 ARemoving:

Carry out the following work:
Switch off ignition and all electrical

loads, and pull out ignition key.

Disconnect battery Chapter.
Loosen poly V-belt Power unit; Rep.

gr.13.

Remove charge pressure pipes -1- in

area of alternator.

Unscrew bracket of coolant line from

engine at top -arrow-.

Push coolant line -1- to one side and

secure to fuel line using a cable tie -2-.

Unlock and separate connector of DF

cable -1-.
Lever off deflector cap -2-.
Unscrew securing nut and B+ cable
below it from connection thread of
alternator.

Remove both securing bolts -arrowsof alternator.

Remove alternator from bracket and

turn it so rear side is facing upwards.

Use a long screwdriver to release

retaining clip -arrow- of wiring
connector from alternator.

Remove alternator -1- upwards out of

engine compartment.
Installing:
Installation is carried out in reverse order
of removal. Observe the following when
doing this:

Caution
When fitting used poly V-belts
observe the direction of rotation
marked on removal!
Before installing poly V-belt, ensure
that all ancillaries (alternator, air
conditioner compressor) are secure.
When fitting belt, ensure that poly
V-belt seats correctly in pulleys!

Drive threaded sleeve -A- about 4 mm

in direction of arrow out of alternator
housing.
Tighten threaded connections to
specified torque given in assembly
overview 20Nm
Caution
When batteries are disconnected and
reconnected, the procedure described
in the workshop manual must be strictly
observed Chapter.
Connecting battery Chapter.
Start engine and check belt running.
Stop engine.