Removing and installing alternator, 2.0 l diesel engine, unit injector (TDI) — AUDI

🧭 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. Pull engine cover panel off upwards (arrows).
3. Move lock carrier to service position General body repairs, exterior50Lock carrier, up to 2011; Moving to and back from service position or General body repairs, exterior50Lock carrier, as of 2011; Moving to and back from service position.
4. ⚠ Before removing, mark the top side and direction of rotation of the poly V-belt. When installing, ensure correct fitting position and direction of rotation. If the belt is installed in the wrong position or against direction of rotation, the belt will be destroyed! — Remove poly V-belt Power unit13Cylinder block, belt pulley end; Removing and installing poly V-belt.
5. If fitted, remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation.

6. Unscrew both securing bolts (1) and securing nut (2) and place fuel filter (3) to one side. The fuel hoses can then remain connected.
7. Unscrew upper securing bolt (2) of alternator.
8. Open lower spring-type clip (1).
9. Tilt alternator (3) forwards.
10. Unlock and separate connector of DF cable (3).
11. Lever off deflector cap (2).
12. Undo nut (1) and detach the B+ wire under it from the connecting thread of the alternator.
13. Undo securing nuts (4) and remove cable bracket from alternator.
14. Unscrew lower securing bolt (1) of alternator.
15. Remove alternator by taking it upwards out of the vehicle.
16. ⚠ 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 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.
17. Secure wiring retainer (arrow) on back of alternator in 3 o'clock position.
18. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque given in assembly overview.
19. Connecting battery .
20. Start engine and check belt running.

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