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Starter Solenoid

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Chrispy62

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I have a problem where the starter is not disengaging from the flywheel for a second or two after I release the key.
Since the starter was original, with 120k miles on it, I replaced it first.
Still experiencing the same problem, I checked the solenoid mounted on the driver's fender under the hood.
I noticed that it's new but definitely an aftermarket one.
I seem to remember having a similar experience with an aftermarket solenoid years ago.
I've ordered an OEM Motorcraft solenoid.
Has anyone else ever experienced this issue?
 

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Yup....when i was 16 and just got my mustang. It never stopped engaging for me. Stuck solenoid. In the 90s before cell phones too. Fun times!
 

Bullitt347

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If you are savvy, you can take the solenoid apart and flip the contacts over and it will act like new.
 
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Thanks for the tip but it's a cheap aftermarket one .
I already ordered a Motorcraft solenoid.
 

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Chrispy62 said:
Thanks for the tip but it's a cheap aftermarket one .
I already ordered a Motorcraft solenoid.
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