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Starter Motor

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WARNING: When carrying out maintenance on the starting system be aware that the heavy gauge leads are connected directly to the battery. Make sure the protective caps are in place when maintenance is completed.
  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT .
  2. With the vehicle in neutral, position it on a hoist. For additional information, Refer to JACKING & LIFTING
  3. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 1: Identifying Starter Motor Parts Removing Sequence
    G03181875Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.