7 Alternator -C-
Caution
When battery -A- is disconnected and reconnected, the pro‐
cedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly
observed ⇒ page 4 .
7.1 Securing battery positive wire on alter‐
nator -C-
Caution
If the battery positive wire is not tightened to the specified tor‐
que, there is a risk of the following:
♦ The battery -A- will not be charged fully.
♦ Vehicle electrics or electronics fail completely (break‐
down).
♦ Danger of fires from sparks
♦ Damage to electronic components and control units due
to excessive voltage
– The specified torque for the nut -arrow- of the B+ wire is 15
Nm.
7.2 Checking poly V-belt
Caution
Always renew poly V-belt if it is defective. This will avoid pos‐
sible breakdowns or operating problems.
Carry out following procedures:
– Crank engine at vibration damper/belt pulley using a socket.
– Check poly V-belt for:
♦ Sub-surface cracks (cracks, core ruptures, cross sectional
breaks)
♦ Layer separation (top layer, cord strands)
♦ Base break-up
♦ Fraying of cord strands
Golf Variant 2007 ➤ , Golf Variant 2010 ➤ , Jetta 2005 ➤
Electrical system - Edition 07.2010
88 Rep. gr.27 - Starter, current supply, CCS