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

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: Diagnosis and Testing - Body Control Module C (BCMC)

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). Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart Module DTC Description Action BCMC U0100:87 Lost Communication With ECM/PCM "A": Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test A BCMC U0111:87 Lost Communication With Battery Energy Control Module "A": Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test B BCMC U0140:87 Lost Communication With Body Control Module: Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test C BCMC U0164:87 Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module: Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test D BCMC U024D:87 Lost Communication With "Seat Control Module J": Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test E BCMC U0293:87 Lost Communication With Hybrid/EV Powertrain Control Module: Missing Message GO to Pinpoint Test F BCMC U1000:00 Solid State Driver Protection Active: Driver Disabled: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test G BCMC U2100:00 Initial Configuration Not Complete: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test H BCMC U2200:00 Control Module Configuration Memory Corrupt: No Sub Type Information GO to Pinpoint Test H BCMC U3000:49 Control Module: Internal Electronic Failure GO to Pinpoint Test I BCMC U3003:16 Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Below Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test J BCMC U3003:17 Battery Voltage: Circuit Voltage Above Threshold GO to Pinpoint Test K Pinpoint Tests PINPOINT TEST A : U0100:87 Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 14 for schematic and connector information...

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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.