Alternator: Service and Repair

Generator (GEN) - 4-cylinder gasoline engine, removing and installing


CAUTION:

Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
- Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.
- Disconnect negative ( -) battery terminal.
- When disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks..


Special tools, testers and auxiliary items needed





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


REMOVING

1. Disconnect battery.
2. Remove ribbed belt.Service and Repair
3. Remove ribbed belt tensioner.
Tightening torque 25 Nm (18 lb ft)






4. Remove nut from terminal 30/B+ connection
Tightening torque 15 Nm ± 1 Nm

5. Disconnect electrical connector -2-.
6. Remove harness retainer -3-.
7. Remove M8 hex bolts (generator to bracket)
Tightening torque 25 Nm (18 lb ft)

8. Lift generator out from engine compartment.

INSTALLING

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:





- Where applicable, drive threaded sleeves -A- approx. 4 mm in direction of -arrow.