Removing and installing starter, 2.0 l, 81 kW and 103 kW TDI engines, dual clutch gearbox (DSG) DQ250-6F — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 521

📋 Procedure

1. Disconnect battery .
2. Pull engine cover panel (1) upwards (arrows).
3. Disconnect connector (1), release spring-type clip (2) with spring-type clip pliersVAS 5024 and pull off vacuum hose (3).
4. Remove securing bolt of air filter housing (arrow).
5. Release locking lugs (arrows) and take off cover.

6. Pull hose (arrow) off air filter housing and remove.
7. Pull air filter housing upwards out of brackets and remove.
8. Slide protective cap in direction of (arrow) off solenoid switch.
9. Unscrew positive wire (1) and disconnect connector from terminal 50 (2).
10. Unclip wiring (1) from wiring retainer (2).
11. Remove upper securing bolt of starter (arrow).
12. Remove lower securing bolt of starter (arrow).
13. Remove starter from vehicle upwards.
14. Tighten threaded connections to torques specified in assembly overview .

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