Starter Motor: Service and Repair

EXC.. DIESEL ENGINE MODELS & 1988 CONTINENTAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable, then raise and support vehicle.
2. Disconnect starter cable at starter terminal, then remove starter mounting bolts.
3. Remove starter. On some models, it may be necessary to turn wheels to the left or right to gain clearance for removal.
4. Reverse procedure to install. Torque starter cable to starter motor bolt to 70---110 inch lbs.



DIESEL ENGINE MODELS
1. Disconnect battery ground cables.
2. Raise and support vehicle, then remove starter retaining bolts.
3. Lower vehicle, then disconnect starter motor relay to solenoid wire assembly.
4. Remove oil level indicator tube assembly retaining bolts.
5. Disconnect accelerator pedal from throttle cable assembly.
6. Remove starter from vehicle.
7. Reverse procedure to install.