Removing and installing alternator, 1.4 l, 103 kW TSI engine — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6R (2009–2014)

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• When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly observed . — Disconnect battery .
• Before installing the air conditioner compressor, ensure that both centring sleeves are inserted in the threaded holes (one above the other) of the bracket.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly observed (see the separate procedure). — Disconnect battery (see the separate procedure).
2. Remove sound proofing General body repairs, exterior 50. Noise insulation.
3. Remove poly V-belt Power unit 13. Dismantling and assembling engine; Removing and installing poly V-belt.
4. Remove poly V-belt tensioner Power unit13.
5. Disconnect connector (1), and unscrew A/C compressor securing bolts (arrows). [Note: When removing the air conditioner compressor, ensure that both centring sleeves remain in the threaded holes (one on top of the other) of the bracket. The hoses of the air conditioner compressor can remain connected. Using a piece of wire (2), suspend the air conditioner compressor (1) at a suitable position until it is ready to be reinstalled. Ensure that the hoses are not stretched or kinked.]

6. Release and detach connector (1) of DF cable.
7. Prise off protective cap (arrow).
8. Unscrew securing nut (1), and remove B+ wire located beneath it from the connecting thread of alternator.
9. Undo bolts securing alternator (arrows).
10. Remove alternator by taking it downwards out of the vehicle.
11. ⚠ When installing used poly V-belts, observe the direction of rotation marked on removal. Before installing poly V-belt, make sure that all ancillaries (alternator, air conditioner compressor vane pump) are firmly secured. When fitting belt, ensure that poly V-belt seats correctly in pulleys! — Drive threaded bushes roughly 4 mm in direction of (arrow) out of alternator housing. [Note: Before installing the air conditioner compressor, ensure that both centring sleeves are inserted in the threaded holes (one above the other) of the bracket.]
12. ⚠ Notes on bolted connection of battery terminals — Connecting battery (see the separate procedure).
13. Start engine and check belt running.

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