Bosch AL0161V Alternator

Bosch Remanufactured Alternator AL0161V

Bosch AL0161V is a remanufactured 12-volt alternator built for steady charging performance in select Mercedes-Benz applications. It features a 90-amp rating, internal fan, internal regulator, and a 6-groove pulley for vehicles equipped with a Valeo unit.

Key Features

• Remanufactured Bosch alternator for charging-system replacement
• 12-volt, 90-amp output
• Internal regulator and internal fan
• Clockwise rotation
• 6-groove pulley included, 50 mm outside pulley diameter
• Aluminum case and aluminum case material
• Plug type 381 with rear-view plug clock at 10 o’clock
• External regulator included

Product Details

Bosch Premium Alternators are remanufactured, tested, and built to deliver dependable electrical output for charging-system service. This AL0161V alternator is designed for Mercedes-Benz C230, C280, C36 AMG, C220, E300, E320, 300CE, and 300TE applications listed below, including vehicles noted with Valeo units. The Bosch AL0161V part number is also referenced by OE-style numbers 0091545902, 0101545402, and 0101545502.

This part cross-references Bosch OE-style numbers 0091545902 and 0101545402 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1997-2000 Mercedes-Benz C230, N/A, To 90 Amp Alternator; with Valeo Unit
• Fits 1996-1997 Mercedes-Benz C280, N/A, Optional; To 90 Amp Alternator
• Fits 1996-1997 Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG, N/A, Optional; To 90 Amp Alternator
• Fits 1996-1997 Mercedes-Benz E300, N/A, To 90 Amp Alternator; with Valeo Unit
• Fits 1996-1997 Mercedes-Benz E320, N/A, To 90 Amp Alternator
• Fits 1994-1996 Mercedes-Benz C220, N/A, To 90 Amp Alternator; with Valeo Unit
• Fits 1995 Mercedes-Benz C280, N/A, To 90 Amp Alternator; with Valeo Unit
• Fits 1995 Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG, N/A, To 90 Amp Alternator
• Fits 1995 Mercedes-Benz E300, N/A, with Valeo Unit
• Fits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE, N/A, To 90 Amp Alternator; with Valeo Unit
• Fits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300TE, N/A, Optional; To 90 Amp Alternator

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s original alternator output, plug type, pulley style, and mounting-ear orientation before installation. This Bosch AL0161V uses a clockwise rotation and a 6-groove belt setup, so matching the existing charging-system configuration is important for proper fitment on Mercedes-Benz C230, E320, and related applications.

Quality Assurance

Bosch remanufactured alternators are built, tested, and inspected to meet charging-system performance requirements for replacement service. The AL0161V is packaged in a box and supplied as a remanufactured unit for direct replacement in the listed applications.