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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 587 (GLASS, FRAMES AND MECHANISMS)GENERAL PROCEDURESLEAD TERMINAL REPAIR
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Lead Terminal Repair
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Lead Terminal Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
MATERIAL
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Terminal Kit - Back Glass 4F1Z-14421-AA | - |
| Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner ZC-23 | ESR-M14P5-A |
- Bring the vehicle up to room temperature of at least 16°C (60°F) or above.
- Clean the bus bar in the area to be repaired with steel wool (000 to 0000 grade), and then with window cleaner to remove all dirt, wax, grease, oil or other foreign material.
NOTE:
The new terminal will cover the original terminal location, but it must be placed so that the terminal conductive areas will be placed on a good conductive base.
CAUTION:
Do not use any type of flame torch or flame heated soldering gun for this procedure. Use of these tools provide inadequate heat generation at the tip and the exhaust heat can cause damage to plastic trim parts in the area. Use only an electric soldering gun with 100 watts or more of power. Before using the soldering gun, be sure to melt a small amount of rosin core solder to the tip. The solder will assist in achieving better heat transfer from the soldering gun tip to the new terminal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.