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Old Apr 26, 2026 | 05:50 PM
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Solenoid problems

I hoping some could give clarification on wires that go to battery side of solenoid terminal. I have a 1979 F150 with a 4.9. My question is how many wires should be on battery side of solenoid. I have three plus battery cable.
1- Black
1- Red or could be Orange
1- Yellow

Does that seem correct
 
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A few pictures might help. Are you referring to the starter solenoid?

A little tough to read, but this is wiring schematic for your battery to starter solenoid to starter. https://www.fordification.net/tech/i...aster_2of9.jpg
 
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