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WAI 30236N Starter
| Brand | WAI 30236N |
|---|---|
| 12 | 12 |
| Design | Permanent magnet gear reduction |
| Family | Denso |
| Power Rating | 1.5 |
| Starter Rotation | Counterclockwise (left) |
| Tooth Quantity | 13 |
| Mounting Type | Flange |
| Product line | New |
| Fits | Audi and Volkswagen · 92 vehicles |
100% new. Not remanufactured, with proprietary components and processes.
Permanent magnet gear reduction. Engineered for efficient cranking performance in modern starting systems.
DENSO family design. Built to match the specified starter architecture and mounting style.
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Starter for Audi and Volkswagen Applications
This WAI starter, part number 30236N, is a new 12-volt unit built for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It uses a permanent magnet gear reduction design with a DENSO family fitment profile for consistent cranking performance.
- New, not remanufactured starter construction
- Permanent magnet gear reduction design for efficient starting performance
- 12-volt electrical system application
- 1.5 kW power rating
- 13-tooth, counterclockwise rotation with flange mounting
Fitment Details
Compatible with a wide range of Audi A3, A3 Quattro, RS3, S3, TT Quattro, TTS Quattro, and TT RS Quattro models, plus Volkswagen Arteon, Golf R, GTI, Jetta, and Taos applications. Fits 2015-2026 Audi and Volkswagen platforms listed in the fitment table, including Bosch unit and start/stop feature variants where noted. Fits 2024-2026 Volkswagen Golf R, Bosch Unit; New. Fits 2024-2026 Volkswagen GTI, Bosch Unit; New. Fits 2019-2025 Volkswagen Jetta, Bosch Unit. Fits 2022-2024 Volkswagen Taos, Bosch Unit. Fits 2019-2023 Audi TT Quattro, Bosch Unit. Fits 2019-2023 Audi TTS Quattro, Bosch Unit. Fits 2020-2022 Audi TT RS Quattro, Bosch Unit. Fits 2022-2023 Volkswagen Arteon, Bosch Unit. Fits 2022-2023 Audi A3, Bosch Unit. Fits 2022-2023 Audi A3 Quattro, Bosch Unit. Fits 2022-2023 Audi RS3, Bosch Unit. Fits 2022-2023 Audi S3, Bosch Unit. Fits 2019-2023 Volkswagen GTI, Bosch Unit. Fits 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf R, Bosch Unit. Fits 2019 Volkswagen Golf R, Bosch Unit. Fits 2019-2020 Audi S3, Start/Stop Feature. Fits 2015-2017 Audi S3, Start/Stop Feature. Fits 2015-2018 Audi A3 Quattro, Start/Stop Feature. Fits 2018 Audi S3, Bosch Unit, Start/Stop Feature. Fits 2018 Audi TT Quattro, Start/Stop Feature; New. Fits 2016-2018 Audi TTS Quattro, Start/Stop Feature. Fits 2016-2018 Volkswagen GTI, Start/Stop Feature. Fits 2016-2017 Audi TT Quattro, Start/Stop Feature. Fits 2015-2017 Volkswagen Golf R, Start/Stop Feature.
What It Helps Address
- Slow or inconsistent engine cranking
- Starter failure on 12-volt starting systems
- Replacement needs for Bosch unit and start/stop feature applications
- Wear-related starting issues in high-demand daily drivers
Installation Notes
Verify the 12-volt system, 13-tooth count, counterclockwise rotation, and flange mounting style before installation. Confirm the vehicle’s original starter family and any Bosch unit or start/stop feature notes against the fitment table to ensure the correct application. Part number 30236N is listed for multiple Audi and Volkswagen platforms, so matching the exact fitment row is important.
Quality Assurance
WAI states that this starter is 100% new and built with proprietary components and processes to support long service life and performance. Part number 30236N is engineered to provide the amperage output needed for modern vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Drive Type | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | New |
| 2026 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | New |
| 2026 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | New |
| 2026 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit; New |
| 2026 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit; New |
| 2026 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit; New |
| 2025 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2025 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | New |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit; New |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit; New |
| 2025 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2024 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | — |
| 2024 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit; New |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Bosch Unit; New |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2024 | Volkswagen | Taos | S | AWD | — | 1.5L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Arteon | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2023 | Volkswagen | Taos | — | AWD | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Audi | TT RS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Arteon | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2022 | Volkswagen | Taos | — | AWD | — | 1.5L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2021 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2021 | Audi | TT RS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2021 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2021 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2021 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2020 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Audi | TT RS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2020 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2019 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2019 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2019 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2019 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2019 | Audi | TT RS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Bosch Unit |
| 2019 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2018 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2018 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2018 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Bosch Unit, Start/Stop Feature |
| 2018 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature; New |
| 2018 | Audi | TT RS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2018 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2018 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2017 | Audi | A3 | — | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Bosch Unit |
| 2017 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2017 | Audi | RS3 | — | — | — | — | — | New |
| 2017 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2017 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2017 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2017 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2016 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2016 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2016 | Audi | TT Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2016 | Audi | TTS Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2016 | Volkswagen | GTI | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2015 | Audi | A3 Quattro | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2015 | Audi | S3 | — | — | — | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
| 2015 | Volkswagen | Golf R | — | — | Automatic Dual Clutch | — | — | Start/Stop Feature |
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