Removing and installing alternatorC, 2.0 l, 147 kW petrol engine — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Jetta VI (16, 2010–2018)

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• Coolant pipes and hose can remain connected.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When disconnecting or reconnecting the batteryA, adhere strictly to the procedure described in the workshop manual . — 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 belt is fitted against running direction or in the incorrect installation position, the belt will be destroyed! — Remove poly V-belt 13Cylinder block on pulley side; Removing and installing poly V-belt.
3. Unscrew bolts (arrows) and raise coolant pipes and hose (1) to make room for removing alternatorC. [Note: Coolant pipes and hose can remain connected.]
4. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation.
5. Remove air conditioner compressor Heating, Air conditioning87Air conditioner compressor; Removing air conditioner compressor from and installing on bracket.

6. Working from below, unscrew lower bolts (arrows) holding alternator C in place.
7. Release connector (2) and disconnect.
8. Unscrew upper bolts (arrows) holding alternator C in place.
9. Swing alternatorC slightly to the left to gain access to connections on side of alternator.
10. Unlock and separate connector (DF cable) (1).
11. Lever off deflector cap (1).
12. Undo nut (2) and detach the B+ wire (1) under it from the connecting thread of the alternatorC.
13. Remove alternatorC.
14. ⚠ When fitting used poly V-belts observe the direction of rotation marked on removal!Before installing poly V-belt, make sure that all ancillaries (alternatorC, air conditioner compressor, power assisted steering vane pump) are secured tightly.When fitting poly V-belt, make sure it is properly seated on the pulleys. — Tighten threaded connections to specified torque .
15. Reconnect batteryA.
16. Start engine and check belt running.
17. Stop engine.

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