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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 MANUALSLINCOLN2010MKZ FWD V6-3.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTER MOTORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Lincoln MKZ FWD V6-3.5L
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
2010 Lincoln MKZ FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Service and Repair
Starter Motor - 3.5L
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.
1. Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to Battery.
2. Remove the starter motor solenoid wire nut and position the wire aside.
- To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
3. Position the starter motor solenoid terminal battery cable cover aside.
4. Remove the starter motor solenoid battery cable nut and position aside the cable.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
5. Remove the 2 starter motor bolts and the starter motor.
- To install, tighten to 27 Nm (20 lb-ft).
6. 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:
- • 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.