Starter Replcaement What are the steps for replacing the starter?

Before you replace a part you don't need ! Are you familiar with how the starting system works on this vehicle . Did you test with a scan tool or even a voltmeter to see if the PCM is receiving voltage through the Park neutral safety switch . You can't find it because it is inside the transmission. An it is called Transmission Internal Mode Switch .
Moving the ignition switch to the START position sends a 12 V signal to the PCM Ignition Crank Sense. The PCM verifies that the transmission is in the PARK or NEUTRAL position. The PCM then grounds the control circuit of the START relay. When the START relay is energized it allows battery positive voltage to the starter solenoid S terminal.
Starter Solenoid Does Not Click
2
Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
Does the engine crank?
YES - Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems
NO - Go to Step 3

3
Is the security indicator flashing?
YES - Go to Diagnostic System Check - Theft Deterrent in Theft Deterrent
NO - Go to Step 4

4
Install a scan tool.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
With a scan tool, observe the Starter Relay Command parameter in the PCM data list.
Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
Does the scan tool display Yes?
YES - Go to Step 6
NO - Go to Step 5

5
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Verify that the transmission is in Park or Neutral.
With a scan tool, observe the IMS parameter in the Transmission data list.
Does the scan tool display Park or Neutral?
YES - Go to Step 12
NO - Go to Transmission Internal Mode Switch Logic in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65- E
6
Turn the ignition switch to the START position.
Do you hear the STARTER relay click?
YES - Go to Step 9
No - Go to Step 7

7
Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the STARTER relay.
Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
Connect a test lamp between the battery positive voltage circuit of the STARTER relay coil and a good ground.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
YES - Go to Step 8
NO - Go to Step 20

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Connect a test lamp between the battery positive voltage circuit of the STARTER relay coil and the control circuit of the STARTER relay.
Turn the ignition to the START position.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
YES - Go to Step 16
NO - Go to Step 14
9
Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the STARTER relay.
Connect a test lamp between the battery positive voltage circuit of the STARTER relay switch and a good ground.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
YES - Go to Step 10
NO - Go to Step 21

10
Connect a 30 amp fused jumper between the battery positive voltage circuit of the STARTER relay switch and the starter solenoid crank voltage circuit.
Does the engine crank?
YES - Go to Step 16
NO - Go to Step 11

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Does the fuse in the jumper open?
YES - Go to Step 22
NO - Go to Step 13

12
Turn OFF the ignition.
Disconnect the PCM harness connector.
Connect a test lamp between the crank request input circuit of the PCM and a good ground.
Turn the ignition to the START position.
Does the test lamp illuminate?
YES - Go to Step 19
NO - Go to Step 15

13
Test the starter solenoid crank voltage circuit for a high resistance or open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 27
NO - Go to Step 17
13
Test the starter solenoid crank voltage circuit for a high resistance or open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 27
Go to Step 17

14
Test the control circuit of the STARTER relay for an open or short to battery voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 27
NO - Go to Step 19

15
Test the crank voltage circuit of the PCM for a high resistance or open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 27
NO - Go to Step 18

16
Inspect for poor connections at the STARTER relay. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 27
NO - Go to Step 23

17
Inspect for poor connections at the starter solenoid. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 27
NO - Go to Step 24

18
Inspect for poor connections at the ignition switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
YES - Go to Step 27
NO - Go to Step 25

19
Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 27
Go to Step 26

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Repair an open or high resistance in the battery positive voltage circuit of the STARTER relay coil. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 27
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Repair the open or high resistance in the battery positive voltage circuit of the STARTER relay switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 27
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22
Repair the short to ground in the starter solenoid crank voltage circuit. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.
Did you complete the repair?
Go to Step 27
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23
Replace the STARTER relay.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 27
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24
Replace the Starter Motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement .
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 27
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25
Replace the ignition switch. Refer to Ignition and Start Switch Replacement in Instrument Panel Gauges and Console.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 27
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Important:: Perform the set up procedures for the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Programming in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 27
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Operate the system in order to verify the repair.
Did you correct the condition?
System OK
Go to Step 2

1 disconnect battery 2 remove any wires connected to the starter 3 remove mounting bolts 4 catch the starter and manouver it through your suspincion 5 you may need to reverse 2 and 3 depending on how hard the wires are to get to 6 now revers these steps with new starter

its the same on all cars. (few exemptions)
1;remove battery NEGATIVE lug.
2: remove objects blocking access to starter (evap cansistor, or things like shields, or hoses or ,?? just look it ,see the parts in the way>?
3: remove wires to starter solenoid.
4: unbolt starter, it fall off to hands.

only step 2 varies by car type.

if you want the exact way, alldata.com has it. login and look.
step by step.

Step 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Step 2. Remove the heat shield protecting the starter from the heat of the LH exhaust manifold
Step 3. Disconnect the wire to the starter solenoid
Step 4. Disconnect the battery cable at the starter (12mm nut)
Step 5. Remove the two 14mm bolts which attact the starter to the transmission bell housing & remove the starter.
Reassembly is in reverse order.

Hi. here's the procdeure on how to remove and replace new starte for your truck.

1. Step 1 Disconnect the battery's negative cable from the battery using the battery wrench.
   
2. Step 2 Lift the right front end of the Ranger with the floor jack and then lower it onto the jack stand. Make sure the jack stand is under the right front frame, but does not impede your access to the starter.
   
3. Step 3 Climb under the Ranger with the socket set and unbolt the starter wiring using the socket set.
   
4. Step 4 Support the body of the starter with one hand while you remove the two starter-mounting bolts with the socket set using your other hand. Do not let the starter rest on the loose bolts at any time during this process.
   
5. Step 5 Set the old starter off to the side and hold the replacement starter in position. Thread the mounting bolts back in by hand and then tighten them down with the socket set. Once again, do not let the starter's weight rest on the bolts until you tighten them down fully.
   
6. Step 6 Bolt the starter wiring to the new starter using the socket set.
   
7. Step 7 Climb out and lower the Ranger off the jack stand using the floor jack. Reconnect the negative battery cable with the battery wrench.
   

Removing the Starter
1. Step 1 Open the hood to access the engine compartment. Disconnect the battery by unscrewing the positive and negative terminals. This will prevent the risk of electrical shock.
   
2. Step 2 Crawl under the passenger side of the truck and locate the starter. The starter is positioned between the transmission and the engine.
   
3. Step 3 Unbolt the negative and positive wires from the starter with a socket wrench. Take the nut off the stud and pull the wires off the stud. Repeat the same for the positive wire.
   
4. Step 4 Unscrew the two bolts holding the starter to the frame. Wiggle the starter to work it free from the flywheel.
   Installing the Starter
5. Step 1 Position the new starter onto the frame. Tighten the bolts to secure the starter in place.
   
6. Step 2 Unscrew the nut on the positive stud and push the positive wire down on the stud. Tighten the nut on the stud to secure the positive wires.
   
7. Step 3 Unscrew the nut on the negative stud. Push the negative wire on the stud and tighten the nut to the stud to secure the wire.
   
8. Step 4 Connect the battery cables to the terminals. Ensure the positive wire connects to the positive terminal. Ensure the negative wire connects to the negative terminal.
   
9. Step 5 Start the truck to ensure the starter is functioning correctly. The starter should catch as soon as you turn the key and start the truck.
   

chilton makes a great book that will shoe you step by step details

Disconnect the battery.
Disconnect the wires from the starter.
Unbolt & remove the starter.
Bolt the new starter into place.
Connect the wires to the starter.
Connect the battery cables.

It sounds like the starter solenoid has gone bad, Best thing to do is just to replace the whole starter. The starter solenoid is mounted on the starter, but to go through all that trouble to remove the starter, might as well replace the whole thing. Auto Zone carries the starter for your car and can give you the step by step instructions to get the job done with common tools. Good luck and when removing the old starter, take pictures with your cell phone to reference the wires when re-installing the new starter.

Get a chilton manual online if you a DIYer and it will save you time and money..Basic step by step-Remove postive batt cable. locate starter, obtain new starter to see location of mounting bolts,remove starter mounting bolts,remove wires firrst if accessable if not starter will lower when mount bolts out ,then remove wires noting where they go. hookup wires and replace in reverse. note:some can be hard to get to-always handy to refer to a manual Good luck..oh replace positive cable when aal is tight and right...