Removing and installing starter - vehicles with 1.2 ltr, 1.4 ltr. and 1.8 ltr TFSI engine and manual gearbox — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A3 (8V, 2012–2020); platform code 85

📋 Procedure

1. Disconnect earth cable from battery with ignition switched off .
2. If fitted, detach gearbox breather (1) from battery tray and place to one side; to do so, release catch (2) and pull off gearbox breather upwards (arrow).
3. Turn gearbox breather to the side in vicinity of starter.
4. Unplug connector (1) by sliding locking element to rear and pressing down release catch.
5. Press off cap (2).

6. Unscrew wire for terminal 30/B+ (3) from alternator.
7. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Removing and installing noise insulation.
8. Remove nut (4) and detach bracket (1) for electrical wiring. Leave electrical wiring connected.
9. Unscrew bolts (2, 5) and lift out starter (3).
10. Connect battery. Steps required .

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