Starter replacement instructions needed

2009 AUDI Q5
139,000 MILES • 3.2L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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I’ve been struggling trying to remove my starter to replace it. I already removed motor mount and bracket. Got the front bolt out, but stuck getting the back bolt out of the starter. I’ve read so much conflicting information. The Alldata manual is very vague and doesn’t really make sense. I’m literally about to junk my car out of a starter. Super bummed. This is my last and final try at getting some help and direction.
Mar 8, 2022 at 8:51 AM
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Hello,

In order to remove the starter, you will have to loosen the clamping sleeve on the starter then remove the right engine mount. This will allow you just enough room to get the starter bolts out and pull the starter from the top.

I have attached diagrams below. Let me know if this is what you have referred to before or if you might be missing a step.

Thank you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor
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Mar 8, 2022 at 1:45 PM
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