2.0L TFSI

Generator

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Locking Pin (T10060A)

Observe notes on contact corrosion. Refer to => [ Contact Corrosion ] Contact Corrosion.

Removing






- With ignition switched off, disconnect battery Ground (ND) wire. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Remove EVAP canister up from bracket - arrow - and lay aside with lines connected.








Risk of destroying if the running direction of a used ribbed belt is reversed.

• Before removing ribbed belt, marking running direction with chalk or a felt-tip pen for reinstallation.

- Swivel ribbed belt tensioner in - direction of arrow - to tension ribbed belt.

- Secure the ribbed belt tensioner with the (T10060 A).






- Remove ribbed belt.

- Remove ribbed belt tensioner - arrows -.

- Loosen generator bolts - arrows - approximately 6 turns.






- Using a hammer, carefully hit bolt heads to loosen generator mount bushings.

- Remove bolts completely.

- Remove generator from accessories bracket.

- Tip generator with electrical wires connected to right side of vehicle.

- Disconnect electrical connector - 2 -.






- Remove electrical wire - 1 - and wire clamp - 3 - from generator.

- Remove generator upward.

Installing

• Tightening specifications, refer to => [ Generator Overview ] Generator Overview.

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

• Because the clamping force of a tight bushing is too low despite correct torque, bushings must be loosened.

- Drive retaining bolt bushings back slightly for easier generator installation.

- Route ribbed belt on belt pulleys for crankshaft, A/C compressor and generator.






- Install ribbed belt tensioner.

- Check ribbed belt for correct seating.

- Connect battery. Refer to => [ Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Start the engine and make sure the belt is running correctly.