Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Ford Pickup, 2006 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2006 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2006 Ford Cab & Chassis. 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 the heavy gauge leads are connected directly to the battery. Make sure the protective caps are in place when maintenance is completed. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the starter heat shield.
Remove the starter terminal cover and remove the nut and the solenoid S-terminal electrical connection.
- To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
Remove the nut and the solenoid B-terminal electrical connection.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
Remove the 3 bolts and the starter motor.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Loosely install the 3 bolts.
- Tighten the upper bolt.
- Tighten the lower bolts.