Lincoln Aviator 2020-2024 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost / General Procedures - Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection

Lincoln Aviator: Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost / General Procedures - Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection

Inspection

Remove the starter motor.
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost, Removal and Installation).

Check the wear patterns on the starter motor drive gear and the flywheel or flexplate ring gear. If the wear pattern is normal, then install the starter motor.
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost, Removal and Installation).

If the starter motor drive gear and the flywheel or flexplate ring gear are not fully engaging and the starter motor drive gear is scored or damaged, then install a new starter motor.
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost, Removal and Installation).

If the teeth on the flywheel or flexplate ring gear are scored or damaged, then install a new flywheel or flexplate.
Refer to: Flexplate (303-01A Engine - 3.0L EcoBoost, Removal and Installation).

Diagnosis and Testing - Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...

Removal and Installation - Starter Motor

Removal 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...

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Lincoln Aviator 2020-2024 Service Manual: Disassembly - Engine

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle 303-1246Engine Spreader BarTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW 303-1247VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and InstallerTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW 303-1248Camshaft holding toolsTKIT-2006UF-FLMTKIT-2006UF-ROW 303-1634Lift Eyes (2)TKIT-2014D-ROW3TKIT-2014D-FL_ROW 303-1696Camshaft holding fixture 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft SealTKIT-1992-FH/FMH/FLMHTKIT-1993-LMH/MH Floor Crane Mounting Stand Plastic Scraper Flat-Bladed Screwdriver Materials Name Specification Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket RemoverZC-30-A - Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep WipesZC-31-B - Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B - NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important...

Lincoln Aviator 2020-2024 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Front Side Member

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 6.5 mm Drill Bit Scraper for Straight Edges Self-Piercing Rivet (SPR) Remover/Installer Belt Sander Blind Rivet Gun Torx Bit Socket Hot Air Gun Locking Pliers Materials Name Specification Metal Bonding AdhesiveTA-1, TA-1-B, 3M™ 08115, LORD Fusor® 108B - Seam SealerTA-2-B, 3M™ 08308, LORD Fusor® 803DTM - Flexible Foam Repair3M™ 08463, LORD Fusor® 121 - Removal WARNING: Electric vehicles damaged by a crash may have compromised high voltage safety systems and present a potential high voltage electrical shock hazard...

Child Seats

Lincoln Aviator. Child Seats

Use a child restraint (sometimes called an infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler seat) for infants, toddlers and children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally four-years-old or younger).

Using Lap and Shoulder Belts

WARNING: Do not place a rearward facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury or death.