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Replacing Starter
Hello
2001/Ford PSD 4x4 diesel.
I'am in the process of swaping out the starter, and just wondering if there is anything else I need to know besides the three bolts??? and disconnecting the power supply??? If anyone would like to share any other information I would be most grateful.
Thank you for your time
2001/Ford PSD 4x4 diesel.
I'am in the process of swaping out the starter, and just wondering if there is anything else I need to know besides the three bolts??? and disconnecting the power supply??? If anyone would like to share any other information I would be most grateful.
Thank you for your time
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yes. Im 90% sure I took it by a Ford Dealership and they stated sounds like a starter issue, but they want to take a closer look... Batteries are new cables are good, Basically, when I start my truck it cranks and turns over great but makes a terrible metal to metal sound. hope this gives u more info
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I just replaced mine a few weeks ago while on a road trip. Mine is a 2002 and has the Motorcraft starter (two bolt layout). Other '02's have the 3-bolt setup (I think a Mitsubishi (sp?) starter. The two bolt one is shorter in length also.
I initially thought I had corroded terminals, but finally noticed the starter not engaging the flywheel, but just spinning within the starter - a dead give-a-way that it was a bad starter. Replaced it and have not looked back.
Just check your connections and batteries. My experience has been that the PRIMARY battery will be the suspect batter if it is a battery issue.
Good luck,
I initially thought I had corroded terminals, but finally noticed the starter not engaging the flywheel, but just spinning within the starter - a dead give-a-way that it was a bad starter. Replaced it and have not looked back.
Just check your connections and batteries. My experience has been that the PRIMARY battery will be the suspect batter if it is a battery issue.
Good luck,
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Originally Posted by lhud
I just replaced mine a few weeks ago while on a road trip. Mine is a 2002 and has the Motorcraft starter (two bolt layout). Other '02's have the 3-bolt setup (I think a Mitsubishi (sp?) starter. The two bolt one is shorter in length also.
I initially thought I had corroded terminals, but finally noticed the starter not engaging the flywheel, but just spinning within the starter - a dead give-a-way that it was a bad starter. Replaced it and have not looked back.
Just check your connections and batteries. My experience has been that the PRIMARY battery will be the suspect batter if it is a battery issue.
Good luck,
I initially thought I had corroded terminals, but finally noticed the starter not engaging the flywheel, but just spinning within the starter - a dead give-a-way that it was a bad starter. Replaced it and have not looked back.
Just check your connections and batteries. My experience has been that the PRIMARY battery will be the suspect batter if it is a battery issue.
Good luck,
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Originally Posted by redfordguy
Hello
2001/Ford PSD 4x4 diesel.
I'am in the process of swaping out the starter, and just wondering if there is anything else I need to know besides the three bolts??? and disconnecting the power supply??? If anyone would like to share any other information I would be most grateful.
Thank you for your time
2001/Ford PSD 4x4 diesel.
I'am in the process of swaping out the starter, and just wondering if there is anything else I need to know besides the three bolts??? and disconnecting the power supply??? If anyone would like to share any other information I would be most grateful.
Thank you for your time
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Dave, another bit of info...............the Motorcraft (2-bolt) was cheaper that the Mitsubishi (3-bolt). Also, the Motorcraft unit for the 2002 had a 12-tooth gear that engages the flywheel. I think there are other number of teeth patterns as well.
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Solareclpse2000
From MY experience:
1. A clicking noise (if you have strong lights with the ignition switch on) can indicate
problems with batteries, battery terminal posts (corrosion, etc.) or the battery
cables themselves.
2. When No. 1 has been resolved and you still have the "clicking" noise, then take a
small hammer and reach up under there and tap on the starter housing. Then
attempt cranking again. If that works, then it is most likely the solenoid or a
combination of the solenoid and the starter contacts.
If you have ever had a starter apart, you will see somewhat heavy duty contacts that transfer the juice from the batteries to the starter motor via the solenoid. These contacts wear down and sometimes do not transfer enough juice.
From MY experience:
1. A clicking noise (if you have strong lights with the ignition switch on) can indicate
problems with batteries, battery terminal posts (corrosion, etc.) or the battery
cables themselves.
2. When No. 1 has been resolved and you still have the "clicking" noise, then take a
small hammer and reach up under there and tap on the starter housing. Then
attempt cranking again. If that works, then it is most likely the solenoid or a
combination of the solenoid and the starter contacts.
If you have ever had a starter apart, you will see somewhat heavy duty contacts that transfer the juice from the batteries to the starter motor via the solenoid. These contacts wear down and sometimes do not transfer enough juice.
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Redfordguy,
Because of my emergency replacement, I had to go with a NEW NAPA lifetime warranty starter by Motorcraft (2-bolt) (made in China) for $210 + tax - no core charge; NAPA didn't even want the old starter. I called DB Electrical and their price was much less, but I did not have the time to have them ship me one. It is worth the phone call to DB to check their prices and availability. Suggest nothing but a NEW starter though. Do make sure you know your bolt pattern and if possible, the number of teeth on the starter engaging gear.
Good luck,
Because of my emergency replacement, I had to go with a NEW NAPA lifetime warranty starter by Motorcraft (2-bolt) (made in China) for $210 + tax - no core charge; NAPA didn't even want the old starter. I called DB Electrical and their price was much less, but I did not have the time to have them ship me one. It is worth the phone call to DB to check their prices and availability. Suggest nothing but a NEW starter though. Do make sure you know your bolt pattern and if possible, the number of teeth on the starter engaging gear.
Good luck,