Removing and installing starter, 3.6 l FSI engine, 206 kW, automatic gearbox AG8 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)

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• The upper securing bolt of the starter motor can be accessed by reaching between the exhaust pipes of the upstream catalytic converters.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When batteries are disconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly followed . If the sequence is not maintained, the battery isolator may be triggered and the electrical equipment of the vehicle may be damaged. — Disconnect battery .
2. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Assembly overview - noise insulation.
3. Open press studs (arrows) and remove heat protection mat from solenoid switch.
4. Release and pull off terminal 50 connector (1).
5. Lever off protective cap (2) and unscrew securing nut of positive cable beneath.

6. Remove positive cable (3) from stud of solenoid switch.
7. ⚠ 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).
8. Remove upper securing bolt (arrow). [Note: The upper securing bolt of the starter motor can be accessed by reaching between the exhaust pipes of the upstream catalytic converters.]
9. Remove starter by taking it downwards out of the vehicle.
10. Tighten threaded connections to specified torque given in assembly overview .

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