Valeo 849165 Alternator

Valeo 849165 Alternator for VW and Audi

Valeo 849165 is a 14-volt alternator built for charging-system replacement on select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It uses an internal fan, internal regulator, clockwise rotation, and a 5-groove pulley to match the specified OE-style setup.

Key Features

• 14V alternator with 140 amp output
• Internal fan and internal voltage regulator
• Clockwise rotation
• 5-groove pulley configuration
• Technical number TG14C118
• 100% new unit construction to avoid remanufactured-core concerns

Product Details

Valeo has supplied electrical systems since 1923 and is recognized as an original equipment alternator supplier. The Valeo alternator line focuses on OE-style charging performance, and this 849165 unit follows the specified technical number TG14C118 for direct application matching. It is listed for Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, Beetle, Golf, Golf R, CC, Passat CC, Jetta City, GTI, and Audi A3, A3 Quattro, TT, and TTS Quattro applications across the model years shown below. This part cross-references BBB Industries 11254 and Remy 12753 for the same application.

What This Alternator Helps Address

• Battery warning lights caused by charging-system failure
• Low system voltage during driving or idle operation
• Dim headlights and unstable electrical performance
• Battery drain from a failing alternator output circuit
• Noise or charging irregularities from a worn OE unit

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 2012-2017 Volkswagen Passat, N/A
• Fits 2005-2015 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 2013-2014 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
• Fits 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 2012-2013 Volkswagen Golf R, N/A
• Fits 2009-2011 Volkswagen CC, N/A
• Fits 2009-2011 Volkswagen Passat CC, N/A
• Fits 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, N/A
• Fits 2008 Volkswagen GTI, N/A
• Fits 2006 Volkswagen GTI, N/A
• Fits 2010-2013 Audi A3, N/A
• Fits 2006-2008 Audi A3, N/A
• Fits 2006-2009 Audi A3 Quattro, N/A
• Fits 2008-2009 Audi TT, N/A
• Fits 2009-2010 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A
• Fits 2014 Audi TTS Quattro, N/A

Confirm pulley groove count, rotation direction, amperage rating, and technical number TG14C118 before installation. Verify the vehicle’s charging-system connector and mounting configuration against the removed unit for proper match.

Quality Assurance

Valeo’s alternator program is backed by its long-standing OE electrical-system experience and 100% new construction for this unit. The design is intended to provide consistent charging performance in the specified Volkswagen and Audi applications.