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Removing and installing starter, vehicles with 2.0 l TSI engine and automatic gearbox AQ450 — VW

Removing and installing starter, vehicles with 2.0 l TSI engine and automatic gearbox AQ450 on VW: 15 steps.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

15 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Tiguan I (5N, 2007–2016)

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📋 Procedure

  1. ⚠ When batteries are disconnected and reconnected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must be strictly observed . — Disconnect battery .
  2. Release and disconnect connector (1) and release spring-type clip (2) using spring type clip pliersVAS 5024A.
  3. Release locking lugs (arrows) and take off cover.
  4. Pull off hose (arrow) from air filter housing and remove from vehicle.
  5. Remove securing bolt from air filter housing (arrow).
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  1. Pull air filter housing upwards out of its rubber mountings and remove from vehicle.
  2. Slide protective cap off solenoid switch in direction of (arrow).
  3. Unscrew positive wire (1) and disconnect connector from terminal 50 (2).
  4. Remove upper securing nut (1) of wiring retainer (2).
  5. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Body - front; Noise insulation.
  6. Unscrew lower securing nut (2) of wiring retainer and remove wiring retainer (1) from securing bolts of starter.
  7. Remove lower securing bolt of starter (arrow).
  8. Remove upper securing bolt of starter (arrow).
  9. Remove starter upwards out of vehicle.
  10. Tighten threaded connections to torques specified in assembly overview .

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Variants of the same model differ. Cross-check torque against the factory manual for your engine before final tightening.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.