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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2012A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L TURBO (CCTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTER MOTORSERVICE AND REPAIRSTARTERENGINE CODE CBEA
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)
Engine Code CBEA
2012 Audi A3 (8PA) L4-2.0L Turbo (CCTA)SECTION Engine Code CBEA
Starter
Observe notes on contact corrosion => [ Contact Corrosion ] Contact Corrosion.
Removing
- Remove the air guide by releasing the side retainers - arrows -.
- Unclip the lower air guide by releasing the left and right retainers - arrow A -.
- Disengage the lower air guide - 2 - at the mounts - 3 - by moving the lower air guide slightly to the rear.
- Disconnect the air guide pipe - 1 - from the lower air guide - arrow B -.
- Disconnect the mass air flow sensor (G70) connector - 2 -.
- Disconnect the ventilation hose - 1 -.
- Remove the air guide hose - 3 -.
- Remove the bolt - 4 - and remove the air filter housing.
- With ignition switched off, disconnect battery ground wire. Refer to => [ Battery in Engine Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery In Engine Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting.
- If equipped, remove the cable tie for the protective boot.
- Disconnect the electrical connector - 4 - by sliding the retainer back and pressing the release down.
- Fold back the boot - 3 - and disconnect the B+ wire - 6 - from the solenoid switch.
- Remove the screws - 1 - and - 2 - and then remove the starter - 3 - upward.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, observing the following:
- Install the air filter housing.
- Connect battery. Required actions => Battery In Engine Compartment, Disconnecting and Connecting.
Tightening Specifications
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.