Standard Ignition SS-364 Starter Solenoid - Starter Mounted

Starter Solenoid for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury

Standard Ignition SS-364 is a 12V starter solenoid built for direct replacement service on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It uses heavy-duty copper contacts, pure copper windings, and low-resistance terminal materials to help deliver full battery power to the starter.

Compatible With applications such as 1995-2003 Ford Escort, 1996-2003 Ford Windstar, and 1995-2000 Ford Contour, this starter solenoid is also used on select Lincoln Continental and Mercury Cougar, Mystique, Sable, and Grand Marquis models. Standard Ignition SS-364 is a practical choice when diagnosing no-crank or intermittent-start concerns.

Key Features

• 12V starter solenoid with male connectors and screw-type terminals
• Heavy-duty copper contacts help reduce arcing and contact wear
• More pure copper windings than many OE units for a stronger magnetic field
• Polyester-insulated magnet wire and cadmium-plated copper discs help reduce voltage drop
• Pure copper battery terminal studs help lower resistance in hot operating conditions
• Hardware included; silver finish
• Standard Ignition SS-364 cross-references Spectra Premium ST414 for the same application

Detailed Description

This starter solenoid is engineered to route battery current to the starter motor with minimal electrical loss. The copper contact design, solid contact bolts, and low-resistance terminal studs are intended to support consistent cranking performance in demanding starting systems. It is a 12/24 voltage-rated unit with three male connectors, three screw terminals, and no continuous-duty rating.

Fits 2003 Ford Escort, N/A; Fits 1998-2001 Ford Escort, N/A; Fits 1996-2003 Ford Windstar, N/A; Fits 2002 Lincoln Continental, N/A; Fits 2000 Lincoln Continental, N/A; Fits 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, N/A; Fits 1999-2001 Ford Grand Marquis, N/A; Fits 2001 Lincoln Continental, Starter Mounted; Fits 1996-1999 Lincoln Continental, Starter Mounted; Fits 1995-2000 Ford Contour, N/A; Fits 2000 Ford Focus, N/A; Fits 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, N/A; Fits 1998 Mercury Sable, N/A; Fits 1995 Lincoln Continental, Starter Mounted.

Common Uses

• No-crank condition when the starter does not receive power
• Intermittent starting caused by worn solenoid contacts
• Voltage drop at the starter circuit during engine cranking
• Heat-related starting issues in high-temperature environments
• Starter-mounted solenoid replacement on select Lincoln Continental applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and mounting location before installation. This unit uses male connectors and screw terminals, so the vehicle harness and starter connection points must match the original layout. Confirm 12V system requirements and compare the original part number, including SS-364, before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition manufactures starting and charging components with controlled production from raw materials through finished assembly. The brand uses high-grade materials and OE-focused quality control to support service life and electrical performance in starter system applications.