Generator (GEN) - 3.2L 6-cylinder FSI engine, removing and installing: Notes

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required 

Fig 1: Identifying Torque Wrench V.A.G. 1331

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• VAG 1331 Torque wrench (or 5 - 50 Nm equivalent)

Removing 

• Disconnect battery → Battery in engine compartment, disconnecting and reconnecting .

Fig 2: Identifying Front Engine Cover

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• Remove front engine cover - arrows  -.

Fig 3: Identifying Bolts & Air Duct

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• Remove screws - arrows  -.
• Remove air guides - 1  - and - 2  -.
• Lift vehicle.

Fig 4: Identifying Quick-Release Fasteners And Noise Insulation

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• Release fasteners - 1  - and - 2  - and remove front noise insulation.
• Remove front bumper cover → 63 BUMPER .
• Bring lock carrier into service position → 50 BODY, FRONT .

Fig 5: Pivoting Tensioning Device To Relieve Tension On Ribbed Belt

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• Relieve ribbed belt tension by turning tensioner in direction of - arrow  -.
• Remove ribbed belt from generator pulley.
• Allow tensioner to return to operating position.

Fig 6: Identifying Bolts, Electrical Connections, And Generator

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• Remove bolts - arrows  -.
• Disconnect electrical connections - 1  - and - 2  - from Generator.
• Remove Generator.

Installing 

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Fig 7: Placing Ribbed Belt Over Belt Pulley

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• Note running direction of ribbed belt as previously marked and route as illustrated.

1. Generator (GEN)
2. Idler
3. Coolant pump
4. Power steering pump
5. Air conditioning compressor
6. Tensioning roller
7. Crankshaft

• Reinstall lock carrier → 50 BODY, FRONT .
• Reconnect battery. Required steps Reconnecting .
• Start engine and check belt running.
• Reinstall front bumper cover → 63 BUMPER .