Lincoln Aviator: Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost / General Procedures - Starter Motor Drive Gear and Flywheel Ring Gear Inspection
Inspection
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Remove the starter motor.
Refer to: Starter Motor (303-06A Starting System - 3.0L EcoBoost, Removal and Installation).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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
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...
Other information:
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Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left hand) shown, RH (right hand) similar.
Release the clips and remove the instrument panel side trim panel.
Use the General Equipment: Interior Trim Remover
Remove the cowl side trim panel...
Categories

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.
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