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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1966CYCLONE 4.7L ENG VIN C, STANDARD TRANS, TRANS MFR CD 2.77REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSTARTERS - MOTORCRAFT (AUTOLITE) POSITIVE ENGAGEMENTOVERHAULREASSEMBLY
1966 Mercury Cyclone 4.7L Eng VIN C, Standard Trans, Trans Mfr CD 2.77
Starters - MOTORCRAFT (AUTOLITE) Positive Engagement: Overhaul: Reassembly
1966 Mercury Cyclone 4.7L Eng VIN C, Standard Trans, Trans Mfr CD 2.77SECTION Reassembly
- Install starter terminal, insulator, washers and retaining nut.NOTE: Position slot in screw perpendicular to frame end surface.
Position coils and pole pieces (with coil leads in terminal screw slot), install retaining screws. As screws are tightened, strike frame several sharp blows with soft-faced hammer to seat and align pole shoes, then stake screws.
- Install solenoid coil and retainer and bend tabs to retain coils to frame. Solder field coils and solenoid wire to starter terminal using rosin core solder. Check for continuity and grounds in assembled coils. Position new insulated brush leads on field coil terminal (use clip provided with brushes to hold brush lead to terminal), solder lead, clip, and terminal with rosin core solder.
- Position solenoid coil ground terminal on nearest ground screw hole, position both ground brushes and install attaching screws. Position commutator end plate on frame with end plate boss in frame slot. Apply thin coating of lubriplate on armature shaft splines, install drive assembly on shaft, then install new stop ring and retainer. Position fiber thrust washer on commutator end of armature and position armature in starter frame.
- Position starter drive gear plunger lever to frame and starter drive assembly, install pivot pin. Partially fill drive end housing (approximately 1/4 full) bearing bore with grease. Position drive plunger lever return spring and drive end housing to frame, install and tighten through bolts to 55-75 inch Lbs.CAUTION: Do not pinch brush leads between plate and frame. Make sure stop ring retainer is seated properly in drive housing.
- Install brushes in brush holders, centering springs on brushes. Position drive gear plunger lever cover on starter and install brush cover band with a gasket. Tighten band retaining screw. Check starter no-load current draw.
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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.