Alternator: Service and Repair

1995 Audi 90 Quattro Sport V6-2.8L (AAH)SECTION Service and Repair
NOTE: On air bag equipped vehicles, refer to Air Bags (Supplemental Restraint Systems), Service Precautions. Also refer to Air Bag(s) Arming and Disarming.

Fig.2 Drive Belt Pulley Removal:





1. Vehicles with audio coded antitheft system refer to Radio/Stereo, Service Precautions.
2. On all models disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Remove serpentine drive belt, then disconnect electrical connections from alternator.
4. Remove alternator mounting bolts and brackets, then alternator.
5. Remove belt pulley using puller tool No. 3310, or equivalent, Fig.2.
6. Reverse procedure to install, use only OLIVE colored pulley retaining nut, discard GOLD colored nuts.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.