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How to replace the starter motor on the Audi A3

Model: Audi A3 8P, MK 2 - Years 2003-2013
Part: Starter motor

Let's see in this guide how to disassemble and replace the starter motor of the Audi A3, following these simple instructions. First of all, we open the bonnet of our car and begin to disconnect our battery beforehand, also disconnecting one of the two terminals; after which we remove the air filter box, unscrewing the screws on the sides and removing the suction sleeve, as shown in the video. At this point we unscrew the screws of the starter motor, removing it and replacing it with the new one; we make and connect and reassemble everything!

Posted on 13 October 2022 by ScegliAuto

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