Generator (Alternator) C (01/01/2006 ► version without spring) - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 7X

• Special tools named: torque wrench

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• The screw must not be removed.

🔩 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. Turn off the ignition, all the electrical devices, and remove the key from ignition.
2. Disconnect the BatteryA.
3. Disconnect and remove conductor (D+) (2), release fastening nut (1) and remove conductor (B+).
4. Remove clamp fastening nut (3) and remove conductors set.
5. Loosen upper fastening screw lightly (arrow) of Generator (Alternator)C [Note: The screw must not be removed.]

6. Loosen lower rear fixation screw (1).
7. Loosen and remove rear adjustment screw (2).
8. Loosen lower front fixation nut (1).
9. Loosen and remove front adjustment screw (2) and remove belt.
10. Remove upper hexagonal screw (arrow) and remove the Generator (Alternator)C.
11. ⚠ Replace the screws fastening the Generator (Alternator)C to the support. — Install Generator (Alternator)C and assembly the upper fastening screw (arrow).
12. Position belt on the Generator (Alternator)C pulley.
13. Install front fixation nut (1) and front adjustment screw (2) without fastening them.
14. Install rear lower fixation screw (1) and rear adjustment screw (2) without fastening them.
15. Position the CompressorVW 5329/7, lock (arrow) with fitting pin and turn the Generator (Alternator)C upwards (arrow) (with operation of the CompressorVW 5329/7, use for example a torque wrench).
16. Apply a (60 Nm) torque and, simultaneously tight rear fixation nut (1) and then the front adjustment screw (2). — 60 Nm (44 lb-ft)
17. Then fasten the rear screws (1) and (2) of the Generator (Alternator)C.
18. Tighten upper fixation screw on the Generator (Alternator)C to the specified torque .
19. Fix harness fixation point, connect terminal (B+) (1) and connector (D+) (2).
20. Install clamp (3) of cable set.
21. Tighten the fastening nuts and screws to the specified tightening torque .

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