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Removing and installing alternator with voltage regulatorCX1, 1.8 l TSI engine, 118 kW — VW

Removing and installing alternator with voltage regulatorCX1, 1.8 l TSI engine, 118 kW 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: VW Passat B7 saloon (362, 2010–2014), VW Passat B7 Variant (365, 2010–2014)

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  • When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly observed . — Disconnect battery .
  • Pipework and hose can remain connected.

📋 Procedure

  1. ⚠ When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly observed . — Disconnect battery .
  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 belt is installed in the wrong position or against direction of rotation, the belt will be destroyed! — Remove poly V-belts 13Cylinder block on pulley side; Removing and installing poly V-belts.
  3. Release and detach connectors (2) and (3).
  4. Undo screws of oil pressure switch (1) and (4) and remove.
  5. Undo and remove the 4 securing bolts (arrows) securing the alternator.
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  1. Swing alternator slightly to the left to gain access to connections on generator side.
  2. Unlock and separate connector of DF cable (1).
  3. Lever off protective cap (1).
  4. Undo nut (2) and detach the B+ wire (1) under it from the connection thread of the alternator.
  5. Remove both securing bolts (arrows) and push pipes and hose (1) up to make room for removing the alternator. [Note: Pipework and hose can remain connected.]
  6. Remove alternator by taking it upwards out of the vehicle.
  7. ⚠ 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! — Tighten all threaded connections to torque specified in assembly overview .

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.