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WAI 6692N Starter
Reliable Starter for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury Vehicles
The WAI 6692N starter is engineered to provide dependable starting power for select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models. Designed with a permanent magnet gear reduction system, this starter ensures efficient engine engagement and consistent performance.
- Permanent magnet gear reduction design for improved torque
- Counterclockwise (left) starter rotation
- 10-tooth pinion for precise engagement
- Pad mounting type for secure installation
- Power rating of 1.4 kW suitable for various Ford family vehicles
Technical Details and Design Features
The WAI 6692N starter features a permanent magnet gear reduction design that enhances torque output while reducing overall size and weight. This design improves starting efficiency and durability. The starter rotates counterclockwise (left), matching the specifications required by many Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury engines. With a 10-tooth pinion, it ensures proper meshing with the flywheel for smooth engine starts. The pad mounting type allows for a stable and secure fitment in the engine bay. Rated at 1.4 kW, this starter delivers consistent power to meet the demands of vehicles in the Ford family.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
This starter is compatible with a range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models, including:
- Ford Edge, Explorer, Flex, Taurus, Taurus X
- Lincoln Continental, MKS, MKT, MKX, MKZ
- Mercury Sable
It is designed specifically for these vehicles to ensure proper fit and function, making it a suitable replacement part for maintaining reliable engine starting performance.
Common Issues Addressed by the WAI 6692N Starter
- Failure to crank or slow engine turnover
- Intermittent starting problems
- Grinding noises during engine start
- Starter motor overheating or stalling
- Wear-related loss of torque and power
Installation Notes and Tips
When installing the WAI 6692N starter, ensure the mounting pad is clean and free of debris to secure a proper fit. Verify the starter rotation is counterclockwise to match engine requirements. Check the pinion teeth for wear and confirm compatibility with the flywheel. Proper electrical connections should be tight and corrosion-free to maintain optimal performance.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
WAI starters are manufactured to meet industry standards for durability and performance. The 6692N starter undergoes rigorous testing to ensure reliable operation in Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Please refer to WAI's warranty policy for specific coverage details.
| Brand | WAI |
| Part Number | 6692N |
| 12 | 12 |
| Design | Permanent magnet gear reduction |
| Family | Ford |
| Power Rating | 1.4 |
| Starter Rotation | Counterclockwise (left) |
| Tooth Quantity | 10 |
| Mounting Type | Pad |
This part fits 86 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Lincoln | Continental | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2019 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2019 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2019 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2019 | Lincoln | Continental | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2019 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2018 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2018 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2018 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2018 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2018 | Lincoln | Continental | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2018 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2018 | Lincoln | MKX | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2017 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2017 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2017 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2017 | Ford | Taurus | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2017 | Lincoln | Continental | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2017 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2017 | Lincoln | MKX | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2016 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2016 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2016 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2016 | Ford | Taurus | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2016 | Lincoln | MKS | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2016 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2016 | Lincoln | MKX | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2016 | Lincoln | MKZ | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2015 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2015 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2015 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2015 | Ford | Taurus | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2015 | Lincoln | MKS | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2015 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2015 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2015 | Lincoln | MKZ | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2014 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2014 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2014 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2014 | Ford | Taurus | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2014 | Lincoln | MKS | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2014 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2014 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2014 | Lincoln | MKZ | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2013 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2013 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2013 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2013 | Ford | Taurus | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2013 | Lincoln | MKS | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2013 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | |
| 2013 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2013 | Lincoln | MKZ | 3.7L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2012 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2012 | Ford | Explorer | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2012 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2012 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2012 | Lincoln | MKS | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2012 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2012 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2011 | Ford | Edge | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2011 | Ford | Explorer | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2011 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2011 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2011 | Lincoln | MKS | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2011 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2011 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2010 | Ford | Edge | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2010 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2010 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2010 | Lincoln | MKS | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2010 | Lincoln | MKT | 3.5L | V6 | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW |
| 2010 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2009 | Ford | Edge | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2009 | Ford | Flex | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2009 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2009 | Ford | Taurus X | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2009 | Lincoln | MKS | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2009 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2009 | Mercury | Sable | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2008 | Ford | Edge | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2008 | Ford | Taurus | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2008 | Ford | Taurus X | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2008 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2008 | Mercury | Sable | N/A | Ford PMGR, 10T, CCW | ||
| 2007 | Ford | Edge | N/A | |||
| 2007 | Lincoln | MKX | N/A |
* 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.