Generator (Alternator) C for 1.6 l (CCRA and CFZA) engine - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 9B1, 9B3

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• Mark the Poly-V belt movement direction.
• Do not remove the power steering pump's tubes, they should merely be set aside far enough to allow space to access the Generator (Alternator)C.
• 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. Remove Poly-V (elastic) beltEngine13Crankshaft, pistons.
7. Disengage connector (1) and remove protective cover (2).
8. Loosen fastening nut (arrow) on cable (B+) and remove the cable.
9. Loosen fastening nut (arrow) from the Generator (Alternator)Ccable support.
10. Withdraw the hydraulic pump from the hydraulic steering Chassis, axles, steering48Steering from its housing. [Note: Do not remove the power steering pump's tubes, they should merely be set aside far enough to allow space to access the Generator (Alternator)C.]
11. Loosen the fastening screw (arrow) (10 Nm) on the compensation reservoir. — 10 Nm (7.4 lb-ft)
12. Move the compensation reservoir from its support until providing space to pass the Generator (Alternator)C.
13. ⚠ Please move the compensation reservoir and support it carefully. — Loosen the fastening screw (arrow) (45 Nm) of the return pulley, and remove the pulley. — 45 Nm (33 lb-ft)
14. Loosen the fastening screws (1 and 2) from Generator (Alternator)C.
15. Remove the Generator (Alternator)C.
16. First, place Poly-V belt on the crankshaft pulley, and then on the tensioning pulley, as indicated on the belt run Engine13Crankshaft, pistons.
17. 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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