Removing and installing alternator - vehicles with 2.0 ltr. TFSI engine, alternator with sliding bushes — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A1 (8X, 2010–2018)

• Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job

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• You must ensure that the bushes slide freely, as the clamping pressure of a stiff bush will be insufficient even when the correct tightening torque is applied.

📋 Procedure

1. Disconnect batteryA.
2. Remove air recirculation hose (1)21Turbocharger; Exploded view - turbocharger.
3. Remove charge air pipe (1)21Turbocharger; Exploded view - turbocharger.
4. Remove nut (2) on retainer (3), press coolant pipe (1) in direction of travel and secure.
5. ⚠ Risk of breakage if the poly V-belt runs in the opposite direction when refitted.Before removing, mark direction of operation of poly V-belt with chalk or felt-tipped pen in preparation for re-installation. — To slacken poly V-belt, turn tensioner in direction of (arrow).

6. Secure poly V-belt tensioner with locking pin T10060 A.
7. Take off poly V-belt.
8. Remove tensioner for poly V-belt (arrows)13Cylinder block (pulley end); Removing and installing tensioner for poly V-belt.
9. Unscrew bolts (arrows) on alternatorC(1) approx. 6 turns.
10. Tap carefully on bolt heads with a hammer to release sliding bushes securing alternator.
11. Remove bolts completely.
12. Detach alternatorC from bracket for ancillaries.
13. Swivel alternatorC towards right side of vehicle with electrical wiring still connected.
14. Release and unplug connector (2).
15. Remove wire (arrow) on alternatorC(1).
16. Lift out alternatorC(1). [Note: You must ensure that the bushes slide freely, as the clamping pressure of a stiff bush will be insufficient even when the correct tightening torque is applied.]
17. To facilitate positioning of alternatorC, drive back sliding bushes for securing bolts slightly.
18. Connect batteryA.
19. Start engine and check that belt runs properly.

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