Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. 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 AND LIFTING article.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
- Remove the terminal cover.
- Remove the nut and disconnect the starter motor B-terminal eyelet.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
- Remove the nut and disconnect starter motor S-terminal eyelet.
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
- Remove the nut and disconnect the starter motor ground cable eyelet.
- To install, tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
- Remove the bolt, the stud bolt and the starter motor.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
Tighten the upper bolt before tightening the lower fastener.