The dual mass flywheel starts to break up which in turn jams the starter with metal filings causing the gear in the starter to not engage
Gearbox should be removed and bell housing cleaned before new stater fitted also flywheel should be checked FORD KNOW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM
Jay
October 2008
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