Vehicles with a 3.6 l FSI engine and automatic gearbox — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Passat B6 (3C, 2005–2010)

📋 Procedure

1. Disconnect battery .
2. Remove air filter housing complete 6-cylinder injection engine (3.6 l direct injection engine)24Assembly overview - air filter.
3. Release and disconnect terminal 50 connector (2).
4. Slide protective cap (1) off solenoid switch in direction of (arrow).
5. Remove securing nut (2) and place positive wire (1) aside.

6. Unclip and open closure (2) and release wiring (1) from closure.
7. Remove securing nut (3).
8. Remove noise insulation General body repairs, exterior50Body - front; Noise insulation; Assembly overview - noise insulation.
9. Unclip and open closure (1) and release wiring (2) from closure (1).
10. Unscrew securing nut (2) and remove bracket (1) upwards.
11. Remove lower securing bolt of starter (arrow).
12. Unclip connector (arrow) and separate.
13. Remove securing nut (arrow) and place wiring (1) aside.
14. Remove upper securing bolt of starter (arrow).
15. Remove starter from vehicle upwards.
16. Tighten threaded connections to specified torques .

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