Generator, 2.5L Engine

Generator, 2.5L Engine

CAUTION!
When disconnecting and connecting the Battery (A), the procedure must be followed as described in the Repair information. Refer to --> [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] .

Removing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)

• Mandrel (T10060 A)

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to --> [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] .

- Pull off engine cover upward and forward.





- Bring the lock carrier into the service position. Lock Carrier, Service Position

- Remove ribbed belt.

- Separate the connector for the DF-lead - 1 - and remove the protective cap - 2 -.





- Remove the B+ wire - arrow - from the generator.





CAUTION!
Before removing ribbed belt, mark the top side and direction of travel. When installing, pay attention to correct running direction and installation position. If the belt is installed in the opposite running direction or is positioned incorrectly, the belt will fail!

- Remove the upper idler pulley, lower idler pulley and the generator ribbed belt pulley tensioning roller and coolant pump.

- Remove the generator mounting bolts - arrows -.





- Remove the wire retainer from the generator - arrow -.





- Remove the generator upward.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION!
• When installing an already used ribbed belt, note direction of travel marked when it was removed!

• Before installing the ribbed belt, make sure all the components (generator, A/C compressor) are securely fastened.

• When installing the ribbed belt, make sure it is properly seated in the belt pulley!

- Drive the threaded sleeves - A - out of the generator housing approximately 4 mm in the direction of the arrow.





- Install the wire retainer - arrow - securely on the rear side of the generator in the 9 o'clock position.





- Tighten all fasteners to specified values. Refer to --> [ Generator Tightening Specifications ] Generator Tightening Specifications.

CAUTION!
Observe notes for threaded connections of battery terminals. Refer to --> [ Battery Post/Terminal ] Battery Post/Terminal.

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

- Start the engine and verify that the belt is running properly.

- Turn off the engine.