Removing and installing starter, 3.0 l, 213 kW TSI engine, automatic gearbox AL8 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)

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• The engine mounting does not have to be removed to remove and install the engine bracket.
• If torque wrenchV.A.G 1756 A cannot be used due to cramped conditions, the bolt head can be marked with a line. Then tighten the securing bolt to the specified turn further torque angle.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove alternator .
2. Remove right engine bracket 10. [Note: The engine mounting does not have to be removed to remove and install the engine bracket.]
3. Release and pull off terminal 50 connector (1).
4. Lever off protective cap and unscrew securing nut (arrow) beneath.
5. Remove positive cable (1) from stud of solenoid switch.

6. ⚠ The threaded connection on the solenoid switch may rotate.The solenoid switch may be damaged.When tightening or loosening connection for positive cable, counterhold threaded connection on solenoid switch using open jaw spanner. — Remove lower securing bolt (arrow).
7. Remove upper securing bolt (arrow).
8. Remove starter by taking it downwards out of the vehicle.
9. Insert starter and screw in new securing bolts until contact is made. [Note: If torque wrenchV.A.G 1756 A cannot be used due to cramped conditions, the bolt head can be marked with a line. Then tighten the securing bolt to the specified turn further torque angle.]
10. Tighten upper securing bolt for starter to gearbox to 30 Nm and then turn 105° ±30° further. — 30 Nm (22 lb-ft)
11. Tighten lower securing bolt for starter to gearbox to 15 Nm and then turn 105° ±30° further. — 15 Nm (11 lb-ft)
12. Tighten securing nut for positive cable to solenoid switch to torque specified in assembly overview .

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