2004 f150 5.4 top starter bolt removal?

You can usually access them with a 6 point socket and an extension long enough to reach past the back of the starter. Sometimes it's easier with an even longer one that reaches past the crossmember. Make sure the socket is on securely because that bolt will round off easily and then you have big problems.




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I use an indexable head ratchet to go around the starter. Hammer has the easiest and cheapest way. Since most people have an extension and ratchet.


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Those are handy ratchets. I have a plastic handle Matco that I use all the time.




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thanks hammer and thanks way2old I have been fighting it for hours with a long extension. tomorrow I will pick up a sorter one and make sure i have a six point socket. thank you

You will also find out that after it breaks loose, you can remove it with your fingers, That really P---es you off.


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thanks for help ! hay when i put the starter back on i noticed a hole in the upper A frame and was able to stick a 1/4' extension with a 13mm and bolt through it at an angle to start the top bolt. dont no if that was made for it or not but it worked.

Thanks for the update. Your find may assist the next person that reads this.


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