Starter Replacement Ford Windstar 1994-1998

This is how to replace a starter on a Ford Windstar van from the years of 1994-1998.

*Disclaimer: Please use all safety precautions

[dialdude]

So here we are 6 years later, and I am about to do this to my 2000 Windstar with 255000 miles. I drive it every day to make money. Thanks for the help 2CarPros.

[DaddyODadio]

This is good information. Good video, also, but this still doesnt quite show me where exactly the starter is located. Is it located on driver side? Passenger side? It looks like it is towards the bottom of the engine and that seems common but I do t have access to a shop or I would just dig in and replace some things.

[originalscottfree]

This helped a lot on an 03 Windstar. Thanks!

[garygreen]

What all tool s do you need to change the starter

[williame.person]

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[sasiawilliams]

what exact tools are needed for this job?

[robertringo]

Couldn't get any more simpler than that but I did that very same thing and now my battery is being drained by the starter? I know I followed everything on the video and I didn't cross any wires, so what would you guys suggest me to do? I've been watching videos on computer and electrical system on my Ford Windstar and I'm afraid to attempt any of them cause I don't want to burn anything out. Please Help! Robert 🇺🇸💯💪🙏 Thanks in advance!

[aaronm.]

Is this located in the rear of the vehicle?

[katypeters]

What size ratchets and wrenches did you use

[patched_one]

Can anyone tell me what size wrenches are needed for this?

[Reverse]

I'm having a hellova time trying to unbolt the starter bolt. Got the nut in the outside off but the bolt itself is stuck fast. any tips?

[Samontei]

Would it be the same for a 2003? They are within the same generation of Windstars.

[popsugarcountrygirl]

Hello, I am having this strange problem in my Ford Windstar. The car will start up without any problem as long as it has been sitting for a while. But if it has been recently driven, it will not start, and there is no sound whatsoever when I put the key in the ignition and try to get it started. I was told I need a new starter, I was told I need a new alterrnator, I was told I need a new thermostast and/or switch, but I am so confused now. Which one is it, or is it all? The car was fine, and then I took it to be smogged, and ever since it has been overheating and has this starting problem. Does anyone have any suggestion or advice? Thank you. :)

[nickpacheco]

Do you have to get under the car to remove this? I don't know anything about cars

[izeugirdor]

Will this process be similar for a 1999 vehicle?

[qtsosa]

No crank, no start after replacing starter. Tried jumping, nothing, fuel pump sounds like it's working. 2000 Ford Windstar SEL. Jiggled keys, moved shifter, nothing. Go to start no turnover just click like before I installed the starter. Any ideas? I'm broken...

[sunseterat]

Just candy for experienced mechanics. It is not helpful for the home weekend mechanic on a tight budget trying to keep their vehicle on the road.