How do you remove a starter from a Ford Expedition XLT?

Answer 1

AnswerThe starter is located on the passenger side, back towards the transmission. Three bolts hold the starter to the bell housing. There are a couple of electrical leads connecting the solenoid to the electrical system. The bottom bolt is easily accessible. The top two are harder to get at. I had to find the right combination of extensions to get these off. With a little patience, it was not a very difficult job. I loosened the bottom bolt just a little bit and completely removed the top two. That way I could hold the starter while I took out the last bolt. Removal & Installation1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Raise and safely support the vehicle.

3. Remove the starter terminal cover.

4. Remove the terminal nut and separate the battery starter cable from the starter motor.

5. Disconnect the solenoid (S) terminal connector, if equipped with a starter mounted solenoid.

Ø To disconnect the hard-shell connector from the solenoid (S) terminal, grasp the plastic shell and pull off; do not pull on the wire. Pull straight off to prevent damage to the connector and (S) terminal.

6. Remove the starter motor retaining bolts.

7. Remove the starter motor from the vehicle.

To Install:

8. Place the starter motor in position and install the starter motor retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to 15-20 ft. lbs. (20-27 Nm).

9. Install the battery starter cable and a terminal nut to the starter motor. Tighten the terminal nuts to 79 inch lbs. (9 Nm).

10. Connect the solenoid (S) terminal connector, if equipped with a starter mounted solenoid.

11. Install the starter solenoid safety cap. If equipped.

12. Lower the vehicle.

13. Connect the negative battery cable.

14. Start the engine several times to check starter motor operation.