solenoids and replacing the starter

1993 FORD TEMPO
15,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TSGIRL193
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I have a solenoid on the firewall and there is also one on the starter. Is this the way the car came? Also I had someone change the starter and when he put it back in it just clicks and doesn't turn over. Since I wasn't the one who took it out I'm not sure where the wires go.
Jan 28, 2014 at 3:21 AM
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Yes your car came this way. Here is the wiring diagrams so you can see how the system works and guides to help you test and get the problem fixed.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

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Jan 28, 2014 at 3:50 AM