Main faults of the starter (Audi A6 C5)

If you do not hear the solenoid click when you turn on the starter and the starter motor does not run, check to see if there is voltage at terminal 50. When the engine starts, the voltage at terminal 50 should be at least 10 V. If the voltage is less than 10 V, check the electrical circuit of the starter. To check the condition of the electrical circuit of the starter, follow these steps:.

• Apply the handbrake and set the gearshift lever to neutral. Turn on the ignition.
• Using an additional 4mm² wire, connect terminals 30 and 50.
• If the starter motor starts to rotate, then the electrical circuit of the starter power supply is faulty.