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Removing and installing alternator, vehicles with 2.5 l petrol engine and manual gearbox — VW

Removing and installing alternator, vehicles with 2.5 l petrol engine and manual gearbox on VW: 12 steps.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

12 steps

🧭 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. Remove engine cover panel with air filter and intake hoses 24Air filter; Removing and installing air filter housing.
  3. Push protective cap off solenoid switch downwards in direction of (arrow).
  4. Unscrew positive cable (1) and release and detach connector (terminal 50) (2).
  5. Unscrew and remove earth wire from starter bolt (arrow).
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  1. Unscrew starter bolt (arrow).
  2. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation.
  3. Undo nut (1) and remove it from lower securing bolt of starter.
  4. Remove wire holder (2).
  5. Unscrew starter bolt (arrow).
  6. Remove starterB.
  7. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque .

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Variants of the same model differ. Cross-check torque against the factory manual for your engine before final tightening.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.