Removing and installing alternator 3.0 l, 213 kW TSI engine — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)

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• To facilitate removal of the bottom alternator securing bolt, it may be necessary to loosen the earth cable on the engine.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly followed . If the sequence is not maintained, the battery isolator may be triggered and the electrical equipment of the vehicle may be damaged. — Disconnect battery .
2. Remove engine cover panel.
3. Remove poly V-belt 13.
4. Remove air filter housing 24.
5. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Assembly overview - noise insulation.

6. If necessary, lever off protective cap and unscrew securing nut (1) of B+ wire (2) located beneath.
7. Remove B+ wire (2) from stud.
8. Release and pull off connector of DF cable (1).
9. Unscrew securing bolts (arrows) and remove alternator (1) upwards from vehicle. [Note: To facilitate removal of the bottom alternator securing bolt, it may be necessary to loosen the earth cable on the engine.]
10. Drive threaded sleeves (A) approx. 4 mm in (direction of arrow) out of alternator housing.
11. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque given in assembly overview .
12. Connecting battery .
13. Start engine and check belt running.

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