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Mercury Master
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- Posted on May 02, 2009
Re: Starter solenoid - how to replace
Section 03-06: Starting System
1996 Taurus, Sable Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Starter Motor
Removal
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WARNING: WHEN SERVICING STARTER MOTOR (11002) OR PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE IN THE AREA OF THE STARTER MOTOR, NOTE THAT THE HEAVY GAUGE INPUT LEAD CONNECTED TO THE STARTER SOLENOID (11390) IS HOT AT ALL TIMES. MAKE SURE THE PROTECTIVE CAP IS INSTALLED OVER THE TERMINAL AND IS REPLACED AFTER SERVICE.
Disconnect the battery ground cable (14301). Refer to Section 14-01 .
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Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Section 00-02 .
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CAUTION: When disconnecting hardshell connector of the engine control sensor wiring (12A581) at S-terminal, grasp the plastic shell and pull off. Do not pull on wire. Be careful to pull straight off to prevent damage to the connector and S-terminal. If any part of the connection is damaged, replace the damaged components.
Disconnect engine control sensor wiring and starter battery cable from starter solenoid.
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Remove upper and lower retaining bolts.
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Remove starter motor.
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