Removing and installing starter, 2.5 l petrol engine, 125 kW, automatic gearbox — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Jetta VI (16, 2010–2018)

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When disconnecting or reconnecting the batteryA, adhere strictly to the procedure described in the workshop manual . — Disconnect batteryA.
2. Remove engine cover 10Engine cover ; Removing and installing engine cover .
3. Remove air filter housing and connecting pipe 24Air filter, Removing and installing air filter.
4. Release and detach connector (terminal 50) (1).
5. Pull protective cap (1) off solenoid switch in (direction of arrow).

6. Remove nut (1) and remove positive wire (2) from solenoid switch.
7. Undo nut (1) and remove it from upper bolt of starter.
8. Remove wire holder (2).
9. Remove upper bolt (arrow) of starter.
10. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation.
11. Release connectors (arrows) and disconnect.
12. Undo nut (1) and remove it from lower securing bolt of starter.
13. Remove wire holder (2).
14. Remove lower bolt (arrow) of starter.
15. Remove starterB by taking it downwards out of the vehicle.
16. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque .
17. Reconnect batteryA.

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