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How to replace the starter motor of the Audi A3

Model: Audi A3 8P, MK 2 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Starter motor

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Today in this guide we will see the procedure for disassembling and replacing the starter motor of the Audi A3, in simple steps. First, we open the engine hood of the car and start disassembling and removing the intake hose and the air filter box; then we disconnect both battery terminals, as shown in the video.

Underneath, we find the starter motor, so we disconnect the wiring and unscrew the fixing screws to remove it and replace it with the new original one; finally, we reassemble the air filter box!


Posted on 15 June 2025 by ScegliAuto


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