1998 Ford Windstar frozen starter

1998 FORD WINDSTAR
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STEVE34
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1998 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

i am having trouble starting my van the starter is not turning over it has been on the charger for an hour
i think its frozen its also 13f outside

is there an easy way to thaw it out
Dec 21, 2008 at 11:38 PM
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BLACKOP555
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use a torch or park it in a heated garage. or take the starter out and bring it inside.

dont hit it with a hammer or youll break the magnet inside then the starter is unrepairable.
Dec 25, 2008 at 10:03 AM
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