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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGCHARGING SYSTEMALTERNATORSERVICE AND REPAIR6-CYLINDER 2V ENGINE
1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)

6-Cylinder 2V Engine

1999 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION 6-Cylinder 2V Engine



Editors Note:
Volkswagen does NOT provide a removing and installing procedure for the alternator on this vehicle.

Additional access to the alternator can be obtained in a number of ways:
- Removing the lock carrier. [1][2]Procedures
- Loosening the motor mount and slightly raising the motor.

Caution! Damage to wiring and hoses may occur if stretched or pulled tight while raising motor.

6-cylinder 2V Engine





1 - Bracket
2 - Washer
3 - Hex socket bolts
- M8 x 28 mm
- 25 Nm
4 - Hex bolts
- M8 x 85 mm
- 25 Nm
5 - Hex socket bolt
- M8 x 30 mm
- 25 Nm
6 - Hex bolts
- M3 x 18 mm
7 - Protective cap
8 - Bolts
- M4 x 25 mm
9 - Voltage Regulator (VR)
- Removing and installing Items , 5, 6
10 - Generator (GEN)
11 - Ribbed belt
12 - Hex bolt M8 x 85
- M8 x 85 mm
- 25 Nm
13 - Hex socket bolts
- M8 x 30 mm
- 25 Nm
14 - Tensioning- roller
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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

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