Changing Starter?

2003 FORD EXPLORER
217,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOHND2865
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I am in a quandary about changing my starter. I bought a new Ford Starter from FordPartsGiant and I bought it by using the VIN. I am on the fence about changing the starter. The starter on my Ford uses a two-bolt connection to the housing and the new starter I got from Ford has a three-bolt connection. So, the question is, will the new starter fit? Are they interchangeable or do I need to find a two bolt Ford starter? Thanks.
Nov 13, 2023 at 6:03 AM
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The starter for your engine has 3 bolt holes, here are the instructions on how to change it out. I have also included a starter replacement guide this will show you the extension you need to do the job as well:

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

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Nov 13, 2023 at 10:36 AM