REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Note. Before disconnecting negative battery cable, obtain radio anti-theft code.
Removal & Installation (A4)
Removal and installation is basically an unbolt and bolt-on procedure. Tighten starter mounting bolts to 18 ft. lbs. (25 N.m).
Removal & Installation (A6)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove generator assembly. See GENERATORS & REGULATORS article. Remove electrical connectors from starter solenoid.
- On vehicles with automatic transmission, remove right front wheel. On vehicles with manual transmission, remove rear noise insulator under engine compartment. On all vehicles, remove starter mounting bolts. Remove starter through opening at bottom of engine compartment. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten starter mounting bolts to 48 ft. lbs. (65 N.m).