Generator (Alternator)C for 1.9-litre (ASY) diesel engine - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Fox (5Z)

• Special tools named: T10060A

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• Mark the Poly-V belt movement direction.
• 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 engine cover panel Engine23Supply system - fuel injection (diesel).
4. Remove the lower engine noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Body - front section.
5. Disengage connector (1) and remove protective cover (2).

6. Loosen the fastening nut (arrow) (15 Nm) of cable (B+), then remove the cable. — 15 Nm (11 lb-ft)
7. Loosen the fastening nut (arrow) (4.5 Nm) of the Generator (Alternator)Ccable support. — 4.5 Nm (3.3 lb-ft)
8. Mark the Poly-V belt movement direction.
9. Move the tensioning element towards the (arrow) to relieve the Poly-V belt tension.
10. Lock the tensioning element with the Pin T10060A.
11. Remove the Poly-V belt.
12. Loosen fastening screws (arrows) (25 Nm) of the Generator (Alternator)C. — 25 Nm (18 lb-ft)
13. Remove the Generator (Alternator)C.
14. Move the tensioning element towards (arrow) to relieve Poly-V belt tension.
15. Remove the Poly-V belt.
16. Loosen fastening screws (arrows) (25 Nm) of the Generator (Alternator)C. — 25 Nm (18 lb-ft)
17. Remove the Generator (Alternator)C.
18. First, place Poly-V belt on the crankshaft pulley, and then on the tensioning roller, as indicated on the belt run Engine13Crankshaft, pistons.
19. 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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