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Removing and installing alternator, 1.4 l injection engine without air conditioning system — AUDI

Removing and installing alternator, 1.4 l injection engine without air conditioning system on Audi: 13 steps.

Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

13 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Caddy III (2K, 2004–2015); platform code 2C0

📋 Procedure

  1. ⚠ To disconnect and reconnect the battery, the procedure described in the workshop manual should be strictly adhered to . — Disconnect battery .
  2. If fitted, remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation.
  3. Release and disconnect connector of DF cable (1) and pull off protective cap (2).
  4. Unscrew B+ wire (arrow) from alternator.
  5. Remove poly V-belt Power unit13Cylinder block, belt pulley end; Removing and installing poly V-belt.
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  1. Undo bolts securing alternator (arrows).
  2. Unscrew wire holder (arrow) from alternator.
  3. Take out alternator.
  4. ⚠ When installing used poly V-belts observe the direction of rotation marked on removal!Before installing poly V-belt, ensure that all ancillaries (alternator, air conditioning compressor) are securely fitted.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.
  5. Secure wiring retainer (arrow) on back of alternator in 9 o'clock position.
  6. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque given in assembly overview .
  7. Connecting battery .
  8. Start engine and check belt running.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.