Audi Q7: Generator, Checking
Perform Generator Test
Vehicle Diagnostic Tester is attached.
- Select the Diagnostic mode and
start the diagnostics.
- Select the tab Test Plan.
- Select Select Individual Tests
and choose the following sequence.
- Body
- Electrical Equipment
- 27 - Starter, voltage supply
- Electrical Components
- C - Generator, Checking
The Vehicle Diagnostic Tester continues with the generator
test from here on.
Overview - Generator, Bosch through MY 2000

1 - Bolts
2 - Cover
3 - Bolts
4 - Voltage Regulator
- Removing:
- Remove the bolts -1- and remove the
protective cap -2-.
- Remove the bolts -3- and remove the
voltage regulator.
- Carbon brushes wear limit: 5 mm
5 - Generator
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Note
The generators were implemented as a running change.
1 - Generator
2 - Voltage Regulator
Removing and installing. Refer to
→ Chapter "Voltage Regulator, Bo
Note
The new generators are installed as a running change.
1 - Nut
65 Nm
2 - Ribbed Belt Pulley
3 - Generator
4 - Voltage Regulator
Removing and
1 - Generator
2 - Voltage Regulator
Removing:
Remove the nuts -5- and the cover
-4-.
Remove the bolt -6- and the nuts
-7- and remove the voltage regulator.
Carbon brus
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Flanging Tool -T40261-
Hose Clamp -23 to 35 mm Diameter-
Caution
This procedure contains mandatory replaceable parts.
Refer to component overview prior to starting procedure.
Mandatory Replacement Parts
O-ring - Driveshaft joint
Procedu
General information
Special care is required if you are working in the
motor compartment
For work in the motor compartment, such as
checking and filling fluids, there is a risk of injury,
scalding, accidents, and burns. For this
reason, follow all the warnings and general
safety precautions provided