Generator (Alternator)C for 1.4-litre (BKR) engine - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Fox (5Z)

• Special tools named: torque wrench

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• Mark the Poly-V belt movement direction.
• When tightening the Generator (Alternator)Cfastening screws, observe the tightening sequence and do not touch the Poly-V belt.
• After installation, start the engine and check the belt motion.

🔩 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. Remove the engine cover Engine24Supply system - fuel injection.
4. Remove the lower engine noise insulation, if necessary General body repairs, exterior50Body - front section.
5. Mark the Poly-V belt movement direction.

6. To release the Poly-V belt, turn the belt tensioning element towards (arrow), with a 16-mm spanner.
7. Remove Poly-V belt Engine13Crankshaft, pistons.
8. Loosen fastening screws (arrows) (25 Nm) of the Generator (Alternator)C. — 25 Nm (18 lb-ft)
9. Remove the Generator (Alternator)C.
10. Mark the Poly-V belt movement direction.
11. Loosen fastening screws (1 and 2) (25 Nm) by at least one turn. — 25 Nm (18 lb-ft)
12. Position the Lever3297, lock with the fitting pin, and turn the alternator downward (with the Lever3297operation, use the torque wrench, for example).
13. Remove Poly-V belt Engine13Crankshaft, pistons.
14. Loosen the fastening screws (arrows) from the Generator (Alternator)C.
15. Remove the Generator (Alternator)C.
16. First, place Poly-V belt on the crankshaft pulley, and then on the tensioning roller, as indicated on the belt run Engine13Crankshaft, pistons. [Note: When tightening the Generator (Alternator)Cfastening screws, observe the tightening sequence and do not touch the Poly-V belt.]
17. First, tighten fastening screw (2), then fastening screw (1).
18. Tighten the fastening nuts and screws to the specified tightening torque . [Note: After installation, start the engine and check the belt motion.]

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