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ALLDATA 2017 Volkswagen Passat Sedan A33 L4-1.8L Turbo CPRA
Generator, Removing and Installing, Vehicles with 1.8L Gasoline Engine
Torque Wrench 1331 5-50Nm-VAG1331
Removing
WARNING:
To disconnect and connect the battery, always follow the procedure as described in the repair manual.
Refer to Battery Disconnecting and Connecting.
- -Disconnect the battery. Refer to > Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
IMPORTANT: Mark the top of the ribbed belt and the running direction before removal. Make sure the belt is installed correctly and pay attention to the running direction. If the ribbed belt is installed opposite the running direction or is positioned incorrectly the ribbed belt will be destroyed. - Remove the ribbed belt. Refer to 13-Cylinder Block, Belt Pulley Side; Ribbed Belt, Removing and Installing.
- Release and disconnect the connector -1
- Remove the bolts -arrows
- Move the coolant pipe -1- to the side.
- Remove the bolts -1-and-2-.
- Pivot the Generator-C–3-to the right in the direction of travel.
- Release and disconnect the connector -1
- Pry off the cap-2- and remove the underlying nut.
- Remove the 30/B+ terminal -3-.
- Remove the Generator -C-4- upward out of the vehicle.
Installing
Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:
WARNING:
- When installing a used ribbed belt, note the direction of travel marked when it was removed!
- Before installing the ribbed belt, make sure all components (Generator A/C compressor/power steering pump) are securely fastened.
- When installing the ribbed belt, make sure it is properly seated in the belt pulley!
Tightening Specifications
Refer to Overview – Generator without Bushings