Removing and installing alternator, vehicles with 1.0 l IDI engine — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6C (2014–2017)

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• Always start engine and check belt running after completing work.

📋 Procedure

1. With ignition switched off, disconnect earth cable from battery (see the separate procedure).
2. Remove poly V-belt 13Cylinder block on pulley side; Removing and installing poly V-belt.
3. Unscrew bolts (arrow) of alternator (1).
4. Remove alternator (1) from bracket with electrical wiring still connected.
5. Disconnect electrical connector (4).

6. Pull off cap for 30/B+ cable (2).
7. Unscrew nut (3), and remove 30/B+ cable (2).
8. Remove alternator (1) upwards.
9. Drive sliding bushes (A) about 4 mm in (direction of arrow) out of alternator housing.
10. Connecting battery (see the separate procedure).
11. Always start engine and check belt running after completing work.

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