Removing and installing starter, vehicles with 1.4 l TSI engine and manual gearbox MQ500 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Tiguan I (5N, 2007–2016)

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• When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly observed . — Disconnect battery .

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly observed . — Disconnect battery .
2. Release vacuum hose (arrow) and pull it off.
3. First pull off engine cover upwards from its rubber mountings (1) and then remove it forwards in direction (of arrow).
4. Remove air filter housing Engine mixture preparation24Injection system; Removing and installing air filter.
5. Release and disconnect connector (1).

6. Slide protective cap (1) off solenoid switch in direction of (arrow).
7. Unscrew securing nut (1) and remove positive wire (2) from connector thread of solenoid switch.
8. Unscrew nuts (2) from securing bolts of starter and remove wiring retainer (1).
9. Remove upper securing bolt of starter (arrow).
10. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Body - front; Noise insulation.
11. Unscrew lower securing bolt (2) off starter.
12. Remove starter (1) downwards from vehicle.
13. Tighten threaded connections to torques specified in assembly overview .

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