3.2L, 3.6L

Starter

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)

• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1332)

Removal


When disconnecting battery, procedure must always be followed as described in the repair manual. Refer to => [ Disconnecting Sequence ] One-Battery Layout with Auxiliary Battery and Two Battery Layout, Disconnecting and Connecting. Not adhering to sequence will result in the deactivation of Main Battery Switch -E74- and subsequent damage to electrical system components.

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.

- Remove noise insulation. Refer to => Body
Exterior 50 Description and Operation.

- Open the snaps - arrows - and remove the starter solenoid heat shield.






- Pry off protective caps for mounting nuts - arrows -.






- Remove nut at solenoid positive ( B+ ) terminal - arrow -.






- Remove nut at solenoid Terminal 50 - arrow -.







Screw connections on magnetic switch can twist.

The solenoid switch can be damaged.

When removing and installing nuts at positive terminal and terminal 50, counterhold the threaded connection at the solenoid switch using an open-end wrench.

- Remove lower starter bolt M12×60 - arrow - on engine side.






- Remove bolt - 2 - for cable retainer and set aside.






- Remove nuts - 1 -.

- Remove bolt - 1 - from exhaust system bracket - 2 - from engine side and remove bracket.






- Remove bolt for coolant pipe - arrow - at engine sump.






- Remove the upper bolt for the starter - arrow - on the transmission side.






- Remove starter.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Tighten the fasteners to the specification shown in => [ Fastener Tightening Specifications, Starter ] [1][2]Specifications.