3.0L TFSI

Generator

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Hose Clamps up to 25 mm (3094)

• Workshop Hoist Drip Tray (VAS 6208)

• Locking Pin (T10060 A)

Removing






- Turn off the ignition and disconnect the ground cable from the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Remove the front engine cover - 1 -.

- Disconnect the connector - arrow -.






- Remove the bolt - 1 - from the left front coolant pipes.






• Disregard the - arrows -.

- Remove the bolt - 1 - from the left front coolant pipes.






• Disregard the - arrows -.








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.

- Turn the tensioning element clockwise - arrow - to release the tension on the ribbed belt and lock it with the (T10060 A).

- Remove the ribbed belt from the generator.

- Clamp off the coolant hoses using the clamps (3094).






- Place the (VAS 6208) under the engine.

- Loosen the clamps and remove the coolant hose - 3 - from the generator.

- Free up the wiring harness - 2 - on the coolant hose - arrows - and disconnect the connector - 1 - from the generator.

- Remove the bolts - arrows -.






• If generator is stuck in its bracket, screw in mounting bolts again except 2 rotations.

• Carefully strike on bolt heads using flat side of hammer - doing this loosens sleeves of generator mount.

- Move the generator - 4 - slightly forward and, if equipped, remove the cap covering the B+ wire.






- Remove the nut - 2 - and remove the B+ wire - 1 -.

- Loosen the clamps and remove the coolant hose - 3 - from the generator.

- Remove the generator.

Installing

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

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

• Replace O-ring

• Secure all hose connections using standard hose clamps. Refer to Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

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

- Move the bushings for the bolts slightly toward the back to make is easier to install the generator.

- Install the ribbed belt.

- Make sure the ribbed belt is on securely and is routed correctly.

- Install the front coolant pipes.

- Connect the battery. Required actions, refer to => [ Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Check the coolant level.

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