[CooleyCorporation]

I recently change my altenator in my 2003 jetta tdi gls . Since I have Ive come across some issues first of my air no longer blows cold air the rate and force of the air hasn't changed it just is no longer cold . Next my power stering is mouning or squeling when i turn mybe its happening because i bent the rod/hose below it when i took of the pully ? Lastly my dumbass didnt make sure the alt cord was securly pluged in and ran my battery dead while driving this could be another reason . Any help would be appreciated on where to start

 

[chittychittybangbang]

Look at the AC/alternator belt tensioner to make sure it's tight. When the engine is running it shouldn't bounce around too much.

 

[CooleyCorporation]

it is tight

 

[CooleyCorporation]

power steering

ok i was wrong the belt tensioner is vibrating a lil i think i figured out the problem with the power steering the fluid leaked out whe i was fixing it wher do i replace it and how

 

[chittychittybangbang]

It could be a loose power steering hose. Reclamp it or check where the hoses go into the reservoir and pump. The belt is probably soaked with fluid which will make it slip. Don't run the car with low power steering fluid since the air will cause damage to the pump and rack. Top it off with VW or Pentosin generic synthetic power steering fluid. Don't use the stuff at the local parts store.

 

[CooleyCorporation]

location

ok i still am having trouble finding the location of the resevoir for the power steering fluid to be replaced sorry i am all new to this

 

[chittychittybangbang]

Black box on the passenger side with a hose to the rear and a hose to the front. Green cap. It's above the motor mount (to the passenger side of the engine).

 

[grn04]

ok i still am having trouble finding the location of the resevoir for the power steering fluid to be replaced sorry i am all new to this

Here's a picture from the timing belt FAQ: It has the olive green cap.

 

[CooleyCorporation]

thanks

Ok thank you so much for your help i beliave i have ever thing close to 100 percent the only problem i have left is air it blows air just not cold air could this be because the battery died or am i going to have to check the compressor what a good place to start or some reasons this could be happing keep in mind the battery died as i was driving it car shut off alt was cord was not completle fastened yes i know i am a idiot just need game plan to try to fix it i live in fl its a lil hot around here

 

[Adamgolf]

An AC shop can test for leaks and charge. You didn't let all the freon out? You said you were an idiot

 

[CooleyCorporation]

no i dont think soit was working fine before never heard any freon escape