Access to the starter

Tiny
EILEEN F
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  • 1999 FORD ESCORT
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 122,000 MILES
I have a 1999 Ford Escort. How easy is it to get to the starter? It is starting to go bad and I need to replace it, but I don't know if I can do it myself or if I would have to have a mechanic with a shop and lift do it. Thanks!
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Saturday, December 18th, 2010 AT 5:00 AM

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Tiny
ERNEST CLARK
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If you have a jack and jack stands you can do this yourself. (You can also use ramps. Just remember to chalk the rear wheels) Also, get a metric socket set with different length extensions and universal joints.

CAUTION: When repairing the starter motor or performing other underhood work in the vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead at the starter solenoid is electrically hot at all times. Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury.

Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.

Remove the top two starter motor bolts.
Raise and support the vehicle.

Disconnect the (A) S-terminal wire, and the (B) B-terminal nut and cable from the starter motor.
NOTE: A protective cap is installed over the B-terminal and must be replaced after servicing the starter motor and solenoid assembly.

Remove the lower starter motor bolt and remove the starter motor and solenoid assembly.
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