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Removing and installing starter, vehicles with 2.0 l TSI engine with 162 kW, manual gearbox MQ350 — VW

Removing and installing starter, vehicles with 2.0 l TSI engine with 162 kW, manual gearbox MQ350 on VW: 11 steps.

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

11 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Polo 6R (2009–2014)

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  • When batteriesA are disconnected and connected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must always be strictly observed . — Disconnect batteryA.

📋 Procedure

  1. ⚠ When batteriesA are disconnected and connected, the procedure described in the workshop manual must always be strictly observed . — Disconnect batteryA.
  2. Release catches (arrows) and detach air duct (1).
  3. Release and disconnect connector (2).
  4. Lever off cover (3) and undo nut beneath it.
  5. Remove terminal 30/B+ (4).
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  1. Remove bolt (1).
  2. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior66Noise insulation; Removing and installing noise insulation.
  3. Undo nut (2).
  4. Remove bracket (1) for wiring harness.
  5. Remove bolt (2).
  6. Remove starterB(1) by taking it downwards out of the vehicle.

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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.