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2.5L TFSI






Generator

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 the ribbed belt tensioner for the generator and windshield washer fluid pump.

- Remove the screw - 2 - for the right coolant pipe.

Ignore items - 1 , 3 -.

- Remove the screw - arrow - on the clamp.






- Remove the screws - 1 - and then remove the idler roller.






- Disconnect the electrical connector - 3 -.






- Pry off the cap - 2 - and remove the nut - 1 - for the 30/B+ terminal.

- Remove the nut - 4 - and remove the clamp.

- Remove the bolts - arrows -.






- Remove the generator.

If the generator is stuck in its bracket, insert a 1/2 inch (19 mm) socket - 1 - on the bushing.






Install an M8 x 45 screw into the bushing and remove the bushing from the generator by turning the screw.

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.

- Install the ribbed belt tensioner for the generator and windshield washer fluid pump.

- Install the right coolant pipe.

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

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