4.3L (262") V6 Diesel Front Wheel Drive

1982 Mercury Lynx LS, 4D Hatchback, Automatic TransSECTION 4.3L (262") V6 Diesel Front Wheel Drive
  1. Disconnect negative battery cable at battery. Install engine support fixture (J-22825-45, J-22825-1, and J22825-48) as shown in FigureΒ .Β  Raise vehicle on hoist.
  2. Remove left and center engine mount stud nuts. Remove 2 front cradle mount bolts. Lower cradle. Remove 4 flywheel cover bolts. Remove flywheel cover (2 pieces).
  3. Remove starter shield nut at starter. Remove flex shield. Disconnect wires from starter. Remove 2 starter bolts. Remove starter.
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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.
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