Removing and installing alternator, 3.6 l FSI engine, 206 kW — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)

📋 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 poly V-belt 13.
3. Release and pull off connector of DF cable (1).
4. Lever off deflector cap (2).
5. Undo nut (arrow) and detach the B+ wire under it from the connection thread of the alternator.

6. Unscrew securing bolts (arrows) and remove tensioning roller.
7. Unscrew securing bolts (arrows) and remove alternator from vehicle.
8. Drive threaded sleeves (A) approx. 4 mm in (direction of arrow) out of alternator housing.
9. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque given in assembly overview .
10. Connecting battery .
11. Start engine and check belt running.

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