Starter Motor — Removal — Starting System - 3.7L Duratec (227kW & 301PS) · Reference 6297

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 .

4. If the teeth on the flywheel or flexplate ring gear are scored or damaged, then install a new flywheel or flexplate. Refer to: FLEXPLATE - 3.7L Duratec (227kW/301PS). Refer to: FLYWHEEL - 3.7L Duratec (227kW/301PS).

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. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

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1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .

2. Disconnect the battery. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .

3. Open the starter motor solenoid battery cable cover.

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