Alternator pulley replacement help

[pj123]

Hi Guys,

My alternator pulley is making a squealing noise at around 3000rpm and doesn't free wheel very smoothly in one direction. Clutch still engages well in other direction but i want to replace it..,

- Does the alternator need to be removed to take the pulley off and how do you stop the alternator shaft turning to undo the spline bolt?

Any tips?

Thanks
Paul

 

[<tuffty/>]

http://workshop-manuals.com/audi/a3...nstalling_ribbed_belt_pulley_with_free-wheel/

Alternator removed and special tool required

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[pj123]

Tufty, thanks. What is the tool that goes through the centre of the multi point adapter? Is it a second part of the 'special tool' or just an allen/torq do you know. Isn't very clear....

 

[<tuffty/>]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_f...0&_nkw=alternator+clutch+pulley+tool&_sacat=0

I believe its a splined tool... can't recall off hand

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