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Starting System: Removal & Installation Ford Explorer IV

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNINGWhen 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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-270881) .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-270948) .
  3. Remove the starter motor solenoid terminal cover.
  4. Remove the B-terminal nut and disconnect the cable. To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  5. Remove the S-terminal nut and disconnect the cable. To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  6. Remove the nut and position the ground cable aside.
  7. Remove the bolt, the stud bolt and the starter. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Tighten the upper bolt before tightening the lower fastener.

Scheme 15

Scheme 15: Starter Motor - 4.6L (3V)
Scheme 15: Starter Motor - 4.6L (3V)
ItemPart NumberDescription
111N078Starter motor solenoid terminal cover
2B-terminal nut
3W705790S-terminal nut
414463Starter motor solenoid cables
5W704942Starter motor bolts (2 required)
6W704941Starter motor stud bolt
711000Starter motor
WARNINGWhen 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. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to «JACKING AND LIFTING»(ref-270881) .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-270948) .
  3. Remove the starter solenoid terminal cover.
  4. Remove the B-terminal nut and disconnect the cable. To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  5. Remove the S-terminal nut and disconnect the cable. To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  6. Remove the bolts, the stud bolt and the starter. To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Tighten the upper bolt before tightening the lower fasteners.

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