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Removing and installing starter, 2.0 l, 199/188 kW TSI engine, dual clutch gearbox 02E (DQ250-6A) — VW

Removing and installing starter, 2.0 l, 199/188 kW TSI engine, dual clutch gearbox 02E (DQ250-6A) on VW: 18 steps.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

18 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VI (5K, 2008–2013)

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  • Use 16 mm ring spanner T10388 to tighten lower starter bolts.

📋 Procedure

  1. Disconnect battery .
  2. Remove securing bolts (2).
  3. Loosen spring-type clips (1) using spring-type clip pliersVAS 5024 A and push spring-type clips on engine cover panel.
  4. Remove intake hose (3).
  5. Slide protective cap in direction of (arrow) off solenoid switch.
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  1. Unscrew positive wire (1) and disconnect connector from terminal 50 (2).
  2. Remove upper securing bolt of starter (arrow).
  3. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Noise insulation.
  4. Unfasten screw-type clamps (1) and remove charge air cooling hose (2).
  5. Remove nut (3) of coolant pipe (2) from bolt with washer of starter (1).
  6. Loose nut (2) (dot not remove completely) of coolant pipe (1) from bracket on gearbox housing (3).
  7. Remove coolant pipe (1) from bracket on gearbox housing (3) and from bolt with washer from starter.
  8. Remove wiring harness (1) from cable duct (2).
  9. Press coolant line (3) together with wiring harness (1) upwards.
  10. Unscrew lower securing bolt (1) off starter.
  11. Unscrew cap nut (2). Remove earth wires (1) and (3) from stud on longitudinal member.
  12. Guide starter (2) under battery tray (1) and remove starter in direction of (arrow) upwards out of vehicle.
  13. Tighten threaded connections to specified torques . [Note: Use 16 mm ring spanner T10388 to tighten lower starter bolts.]

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.