Alternator - removal and refitting

Starting and charging systems / Alternator - removal and refitting

Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.

2 Release the clip and pull the multi-plug from the rear of the alternator (see illustration).

7.2 Lead multi-plug and retaining clip (arrowed) - Bosch alternator

3 Loosen the pivot and adjustment bolts (see illustration) then push the alternator in towards the engine and slip the drivebelt from the alternator.

7.3 Alternator pivot bolt and bracket – 1.3 litre

4 Remove the adjustment link nut and washer.

5 Support the alternator then remove the pivot bolt and withdraw the unit from the engine.

Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal. Before fully tightening the pivot and adjustment bolts, tension the drivebelt.