Send battery power to the starter every time you turn the key with the T Series Starter Solenoid SS588T, a fender-mounted solenoid tested for performance and reliability. It is listed for many models from Ford, Lincoln and Mercury, among them the 1980-1984 Ford F-150 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L, the 1980-1987 Ford F-250 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 6.6L / 6.9L / 7.5L and the 1979-1984 Ford Mustang 2.3L / 2.8L / 3.3L / 4.2L / 5.0L. The Buyer's Guide tab has the full list, with engine codes from L4-1.6L to V8-7.5L.
Mounted on the fender, the solenoid switches heavy battery current to the starter motor when the ignition is turned to start. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications.
Specifications: The solenoid has four male stud terminals and two mounting holes, with a black and silver finish. It is not rated for continuous duty. Hardware and a mounting bracket are included, and one is used per application. Country of origin: China.
Signs a starter solenoid may need replacing include a single click with no crank, a starter that won't engage, or intermittent starting. Test the battery, cables and starter before you replace the solenoid. If you need a Ford Mustang starter solenoid for the 1979-1984 Ford Mustang 2.3L / 2.8L / 3.3L / 4.2L / 5.0L, this unit is listed for it.
Is this the right Ford F-150 starter solenoid for my 1980-1984 Ford F-150 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L?
Yes. It is listed for the 1980-1984 Ford F-150 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L, and the Buyer's Guide tab shows each engine it is listed for.
Can I use it on a 1980-1987 Ford F-250 4.9L / 5.0L / 5.8L / 6.6L / 6.9L / 7.5L or a 1979-1984 Ford Mustang 2.3L / 2.8L / 3.3L / 4.2L / 5.0L?
Yes. It is listed for both, and the Buyer's Guide tab shows the years and engines for each.
What does a starter solenoid do?
This fender-mounted solenoid switches heavy battery current to the starter motor when the key is turned to start. Its copper windings create the magnetic field that closes the circuit.
What comes in the box?
One starter solenoid with four male stud terminals and two mounting holes, plus the included hardware and mounting bracket.
What are signs the starter solenoid may need replacing?
A click with no crank, a starter that won't engage or keeps running after the key is released, or intermittent starting. The battery, cables or starter can cause the same symptoms, so check them first.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
