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TYC 1-03262 Starter
Reliable Starter for Ford, Mazda, and Mercury Vehicles
The TYC 1-03262 starter is designed to provide dependable engine starting performance for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models. Engineered with a permanent magnet gear (Pmgr) configuration and a 1.4 kW energy output, this starter ensures consistent power delivery and efficient operation.
- Permanent magnet gear (Pmgr) configuration for efficient starting
- Energy output of 1.4 kW suitable for mid-range engine demands
- Clockwise (CW) rotation direction compatible with specific vehicle models
- OE manufacturer: Ford (Fd) ensuring proper fit and function
- Compatible with Ford Contour, Cougar, Escape, Escort, Mystique, and Mercury Tribute
Technical Details and Performance
The TYC 1-03262 starter features a 1.4 kW energy output, providing sufficient torque to start engines reliably in the specified vehicle applications. Its permanent magnet gear (Pmgr) design reduces weight and improves efficiency compared to traditional starters. The clockwise rotation direction matches the original equipment specifications for the Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models listed, ensuring seamless integration and operation. Manufactured to meet Ford's OE standards, this starter maintains the quality and durability expected for electrical and starting system components.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
This starter is compatible with the following makes and models:
- Ford Contour
- Ford Cougar
- Ford Escape
- Ford Escort
- Mazda Mystique
- Mercury Tribute
It is designed to replace the original starter in these vehicles, addressing common starting issues and restoring reliable engine ignition.
Common Issues Addressed by This Starter
- Intermittent or no engine cranking
- Slow or weak starter motor performance
- Failure to start due to worn or faulty starter components
- Electrical issues related to starter motor malfunction
- Starter noise or grinding caused by damaged internal parts
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the TYC 1-03262 starter, ensure the vehicle battery is fully charged and disconnected to prevent electrical shorts. Verify the clockwise rotation direction matches the original starter. Properly torque mounting bolts to manufacturer specifications and check all electrical connections for corrosion or damage. It is recommended to inspect related components such as the flywheel and wiring harness during installation.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
TYC starters are manufactured to meet or exceed OEM standards, including those set by Ford. While specific warranty details are not provided here, TYC products typically come with a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. For exact warranty terms, refer to the product documentation or contact the distributor.
| Brand | TYC |
| Part Number | 1-03262 |
| Configuration | Pmgr |
| Energy Output (kw) | 1.4kw |
| Oe Manufacturer | Fd |
| Rotation Direction | Cw |
This part fits 57 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Body Type | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Ford | Escape | XLS | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2004 | Ford | Escape | XLT | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2004 | Ford | Escape | Limited | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2004 | Mazda | Tribute | DX | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2003 | Ford | Escape | XLS | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2003 | Ford | Escape | XLT | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2003 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2003 | Mazda | Tribute | DX | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2002 | Ford | Escape | XLS | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2002 | Ford | Escape | XLT | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2002 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2002 | Mazda | Tribute | DX | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2002 | Mercury | Cougar | Coupe | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2001 | Ford | Escape | XLT | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2001 | Ford | Escape | XLS | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2001 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2001 | Mazda | Tribute | DX | Sport Utility | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2001 | Mercury | Cougar | Coupe | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2000 | Ford | Contour | SE | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 2000 | Ford | Contour | LX | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 2000 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2000 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 S/R | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2000 | Mercury | Cougar | Coupe | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 2000 | Mercury | Mystique | GS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1999 | Ford | Contour | SE | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1999 | Ford | Contour | LX | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1999 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 Hot Coupe | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 1999 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 Cool Coupe | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 1999 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 S/R | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 1999 | Mercury | Cougar | Coupe | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 1999 | Mercury | Mystique | GS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1998 | Ford | Contour | GL | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1998 | Ford | Contour | LX | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1998 | Ford | Contour | SE | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1998 | Ford | Contour | Base | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1998 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 Cool Coupe | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 1998 | Ford | Escort | ZX2 Hot Coupe | Coupe | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. | |
| 1998 | Mercury | Mystique | GS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1997 | Ford | Contour | GL | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1997 | Ford | Contour | LX | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1997 | Ford | Contour | Base | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mystique | LS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mystique | GS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1996 | Ford | Contour | GL | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1996 | Ford | Contour | LX | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1996 | Ford | Contour | Base | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1996 | Ford | Contour | Sport | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1996 | Mercury | Mystique | LS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1996 | Mercury | Mystique | GS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Ford | Contour | GL Sport | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Ford | Contour | LX | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Ford | Contour | LX Sport | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Ford | Contour | GL | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Mercury | Mystique | Base | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Mercury | Mystique | GS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Mercury | Mystique | LS | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
| 1995 | Mercury | Mystique | GS Spree | Sedan | Automatic | 2.0L | L4 | N/A | Compatible with PMGR configuration, 1.4KW energy output. |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.