Explorer 4WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
Starter Motor - 4.0L SOHC
Removal and Installation
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery before disconnecting the starter motor battery terminal lead. If a tool is
shorted at the starter motor battery terminal, the tool can quickly heat enough to cause a skin burn. Failure to follow this instruction may
result in serious personal injury.
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
3. Remove the starter motor solenoid terminal cover.
4. Remove the B-terminal nut and disconnect the cable.
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To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
5. Remove the S-terminal nut and disconnect the cable.
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To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
6. Remove the nut and position the ground cable aside.
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To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
7. Remove the bolt, the stud bolt and the starter.
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To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Tighten the upper bolt before tightening the lower fastener.