Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1570 (STARTING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSIS AND TESTINGSTARTER MOTOR - 3.5L
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Starter Motor - 3.5L
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Starter Motor - 3.5L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | N805320 | Starter motor solenoid wire nut |
| 2 | 14463 | Starter motor solenoid wire (part of 14B060) |
| 3 | 14603 | Starter motor solenoid battery cable terminal cover |
| 4 | W706414 | Starter motor solenoid battery cable nut |
| 5 | 14463 | Starter motor solenoid battery cable (part of 14B060) |
| 6 | W503297 | Starter motor bolt (2 required) |
| 7 | 11000 | Starter motor |
WARNING:
Always disconnect the battery ground cable at the battery before disconnecting the starter motor battery terminal lead. If a tool is shorted at the starter motor battery terminal, the tool can quickly heat enough to cause a skin burn. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
- Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
- Remove the starter motor solenoid wire nut and position the wire aside.
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
- Position the starter motor solenoid terminal battery cable cover aside.
- Remove the starter motor solenoid battery cable nut and position aside the cable.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
- Remove the 2 starter motor bolts and the starter motor.
- To install, tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.