Removing and installing alternator, vehicles with 5-cylinder diesel engine — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 2EA, 2ED, 2EH, 2EX, 2EB, 2EE, 2EK, 2FC, 2FF, 2FL, 2FZ, 2FG, 2FM

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ To disconnect and reconnect the battery, the procedure described in the workshop manual should be strictly adhered to . — Switch off ignition and all electrical loads, and pull out ignition key.
2. Disconnect battery .
3. Remove engine air filter housing.
4. Release and disconnect connector of DF cable (2).
5. Pull protective cap (1) off connection for battery positive cable.

6. Unscrew securing nut beneath and remove battery positive cable.
7. Remove poly V-belt Power unit13Cylinder block, belt pulley end; Removing and installing poly V-belt.
8. Unscrew securing bolt (3) and remove idler pulley of poly V-belt.
9. Unscrew securing bolts (1) and (2).
10. Take out alternator.
11. ⚠ When fitting used poly V-belts, take note of the direction of rotation as marked during removal!Before installing poly V-belt, ensure that all ancillaries (alternator, air conditioner compressor) are secure.When fitting belt, ensure that poly V-belt seats correctly in pulleys! — Drive threaded sleeves (A) approx. 4 mm in (direction of arrow) out of alternator housing.
12. Tighten securing nut for battery positive cable on alternator to 15 Nm. — 15 Nm (11 lb-ft)
13. Connecting battery .
14. Start engine and check belt running.

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