Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: When carrying out maintenance on the starting system, be aware that heavy gauge leads are connected directly to the battery. Make sure protective caps are in place when maintenance is completed.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the starter solenoid terminal cover.
Remove the B-terminal nut and disconnect the cable.
- To install, tighten to 13 Nm (10 lb-ft).
Remove the S-terminal nut and disconnect the cable.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
Remove the bolts, the stud bolt, and the starter.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-in).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Tighten the upper bolt before tightening the lower fasteners.