Removing and installing alternator with voltage regulatorCX1, 1.4 l TSI engine, 90 kW — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Passat B7 saloon (362, 2010–2014), VW Passat B7 Variant (365, 2010–2014)

📋 Procedure

1. Disconnect battery .
2. Remove poly V-belts 13Cylinder block on pulley side; Removing and installing poly V-belts.
3. Remove upper alternator securing bolt (arrow).
4. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Removing and installing noise insulation.
5. Unbolt cable retainer (2) and remove protective cap (1).

6. Unlock and separate connector of DF cable (1).
7. Undo nut (2) and detach the B+ wire under it from the connection thread.
8. Unscrew securing bolts of air conditioner compressor (arrows).
9. Release connector (1) and disconnect.
10. Undo the third bolt (arrow) and remove air conditioner compressor from bracket. [Note: The hoses of the air conditioner compressor can remain connected.Suspend the air conditioner compressor (3) using a piece of wire (1) at a suitable position beneath the vehicle until it is ready to be reinstalled.Ensure that the hoses (2) are not stretched or kinked.]
11. Remove bottom alternator securing bolt (arrow).
12. Remove alternator downwards from vehicle.
13. ⚠ When installing used poly V-belts observe the direction of rotation marked on removal!Before installing poly V-belt, make sure that all ancillaries (alternator, air conditioner compressor) are firmly secured.When fitting belt, ensure that poly V-belt seats correctly in pulleys! — Drive threaded sleeves (A) approx. 4 mm in (direction of arrow) out of alternator housing.
14. Secure cable retainer (arrow) on back of alternator in 9 o'clock position.
15. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque given in assembly overview .
16. Start engine and check belt running.

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