Alternator: Service and Repair

Generator (GEN), Removing And Installing


CAUTION!
Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
- Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
- Switch the ignition Off.
- Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
- After reconnecting battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio.


Special tools, testers and auxiliary items needed







- VAG 1331 Torque wrench (or equivalent 5 - 50 Nm)







1 - Bracket
2 - Nut
- M8 x 85 mm
- 30 Nm (22 ft. lb)
3 - Generator (GEN)
- Securing B+ wire to generator
4 - Voltage Regulator (VR)
- Checking carbon brushes
5 - Screw
- M4 x 25 mm
6 - Protective cover
7 - Hex
- M3 x 18 mm
8 - Ribbed belt
9 - Washer
10 - Hex bolt
- M8 x 85 mm
- 25 Nm (18 ft. lb)
- Remove viscous fan to access bolt.
11 - Tensioning - roller
12 - Hex socket bolt
- M8 x 85 mm
- 25 Nm (18 ft. lb)