Removing and installing alternator, vehicles with 1.8 l petrol engine — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code A32

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• When batteriesA are disconnected and connected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must always be strictly observed . — Disconnect batteryA.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When batteriesA are disconnected and connected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must always be strictly observed . — Disconnect batteryA.
2. ⚠ Prior to removal, mark top side and direction of rotation of poly V-belt. When installing, ensure correct fitting position and direction of rotation. If the poly V-belt is installed in the wrong position or against direction of rotation, the poly V-belt will be destroyed. — Remove poly V-belts 13Cylinder block on pulley side; Removing and installing poly V-belts.
3. Release and disconnect connector (1).
4. Remove bolts (arrows).
5. Lay coolant pipe (1) to one side.

6. Unscrew bolts (1) and (2).
7. Swing alternatorC(3) to right in direction of travel.
8. Release and disconnect connector (1).
9. Lever off cover (2), and unscrew nut beneath it.
10. Remove terminal 30/B+ (3).
11. Remove alternatorC(4) by taking it upwards out of vehicle.

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