Crown Victoria V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1996)
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
Removal
WARNING: When servicing starter or performing any maintenance in the area of starter, note the heavy gauge input lead connected to the
starter solenoid is hot at all times. Make sure the protective cap is installed over the terminal and is replaced after service.
NOTE: When battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the strategy.
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle on a hoist.
3. Disconnect starter cable and push-on connector from starter solenoid.
CAUTION: When disconnecting hard-shell connector 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 the S-terminal. If any part of the connection is damaged, replace the damaged components.
5. Remove upper and middle mounting bolts.
6. Remove lower mounting bolt and starter.
Installation
1. Position starter motor to engine and install middle and lower bolts finger-tight.
2. Tighten the upper bolt to 20-27 Nm (15-20 lb-ft).
3. Tighten the lower and middle bolts to 20-27 Nm (15-20 lb-ft).
4. Connect starter solenoid connector. Be careful to push straight on and make sure connector locks in position with a notable click or detent.
5. Install starter cable to starter terminal. Tighten to 9-14 Nm (80-124 lb-in).
6. Replace red starter solenoid safety cap.
7. Lower vehicle to floor.
8. Connect battery ground cable.