Standard Ignition SDN-242 Starter Drive

Starter Drive for Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer

Standard Ignition SDN-242 is a starter drive built for starting and charging system service on select Ford and Mercury applications. It uses high-grade materials to support extended service life and is manufactured under complete quality control from component components through finished production.

Key Features

• Starter drive for electrical, charging and starting system repair
• Built with high-grade materials for durability in daily service
• Manufactured with end-to-end quality control
• No electronic components, battery, bulb, or SDS requirements
• Not CARB affected

Application Details

Compatible with 1991-1996 Ford Escort and 1991-1996 Mercury Tracer, with an additional 1997 Mercury Tracer application for strut numbers F0CU-AA and AB. This Standard Ignition SDN-242 starter drive is also cross-referenced to Standard Motor Products SD160 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Starter drive wear that can affect engine cranking
• Drive engagement issues during start-up
• Noise or inconsistent starter operation linked to a worn drive
• Service replacement needs on Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer starting systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and any listed notes before installation. Confirm the starter assembly and application details match the original part number SDN-242, especially on the 1997 Mercury Tracer with strut numbers F0CU-AA and AB. Follow standard starter service procedures and inspect related starting system components during repair.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures starting and charging system parts with controlled production processes and materials selected for service life. SDN-242 is a non-electronic component and does not require SDS documentation.