Spark plug removal and installation - 2005 Ford F-150

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

1. Remove the ignition control modules.
2. Clean the spark plug recess area with low pressure air.

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.

NOTE: Clean the spark plug recess area before removing the spark plug. Failure to do so could result in engine damage because of dirt or foreign material entering the cylinder head, or by the contamination of the cylinder head threads. The contaminated threads may prevent the proper seating of the new plug. Use a thread chaser to clean the threads of any contamination.

1. Remove the spark plugs from the cylinder heads.

NOTE: Allow the engine to cool before removing the spark plugs. Attempting to remove the spark plugs from a hot engine may cause the plug threads to seize, causing damage to cylinder head threads.

1. Inspect the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1. Measure the spark plug gap on the spark plugs to be installed. Compare the measurement to the gap specifications.

NOTE:

• Use only the spark plugs specified for use in the vehicle. Do not install spark plugs that are either hotter or colder than those specified for the vehicle. Installing spark plugs of another type can severely damage the engine.
• Check the gap of all new and reconditioned spark plugs before installation. The pre-set gaps may have changed during handling. Use a round feeler gage to ensure an accurate check. Installing the spark plugs with the wrong gap can cause poor engine performance and may even damage the engine.

1. Install the spark plugs to the cylinder heads.

NOTE:

• Be sure that the spark plug threads smoothly into the cylinder head and the spark plug is fully seated. Use a thread chaser, if necessary, to clean threads in the cylinder head. Cross-threading or failing to fully seat the spark plug can cause overheating of the plug, exhaust blow-by, or thread damage.
• Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the spark plugs to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) .

1. Install the ignition control modules.

For 2007 Mercury Milan 3.0L SFI DOHC 6cyl the upper intake manifold must be removed to access the RH spark plugs only.

1. Remove the upper intake manifold, if removing the RH spark plugs. Refer to the Intake Manifold procedure in the Engine Mechanical Section
2. Disconnect the 6 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
   NOTE When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.
   
3. Remove the 6 bolts and the 6 ignition coil-on-plugs.
   WARNING Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.
   NOTE Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.
4. Remove the 6 spark plugs.

To install:

1. Inspect the spark plugs, as outlined in this section.
2. Inspect the 6 spark plugs.
3. Adjust the spark plug gap, as necessary, to 1.32-1.42mm (0.052-0.056 in.).
   WARNING Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.
   
4. Install the 6 spark plugs. Tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
   NOTE Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil-on-plug boots before attaching to the spark plugs.
5. Install the 6 ignition coil-on-plugs and the 6 bolts. Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
6. Connect the 6 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
7. If removed, install the upper intake manifold

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Inspection

Inspect for the correct routing of the spark plug wires. Improper routing may cause cross-firing. Inspect each wire for any signs of cranks or splits in the wire. Inspect each plug wire boot for tearing, piercing, arcing, carbon tracking or a corroded terminal.
If there is any corrosion, carbon tracking or arcing indicated on a plug wire boot or terminal, both the plug wire and component it was connected to should be replaced.

Removal & Installation

3.5L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove the left side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
3. Remove the left side plug wires from the retaining clips.
4. Rotate the engine for access as follows:
   1. Set the parking brake.
   2. Shift the transaxle into neutral.
   3. Remove the engine mount strut bolts. Swing the engine mount struts aside.
   4. Install the Engine Tilt Strap J-41131.
   5. Pull on the engine in order to rotate the engine forward.
   6. Tighten the strap.
   
   
5. Remove the right side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
6. Remove the plug wires from the retaining clip.
7. Remove the spark wires from the ignition coils.
8. Remove the plug wire assembly from the engine.
   NOTE If you are replacing the spark plug wires, the spark plug wire conduit and retaining clips should be transferred to the replacement wires.
   

To install:

1. Install the right side plug wires to the ignition coils and then the spark plugs.
2. Install the spark plug wires to the retaining clip.
3. Rotate the engine back to the original position.
4. Install the left side spark plug wires to the ignition coils and then to the spark plugs.
5. Install the spark plug wires to the retaining clips.

3.9L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove the intake manifold cover.
3. Remove the left side spark plug wires as follows:
   1. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
   2. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the ignition coil.
   3. Remove the left side spark plug wire clips from the intake manifold and heater inlet and outlet pipe.
   4. Remove the left side spark plug wire assembly.
   
   
4. If removing the right side spark plug wires, the engine must be rotated for access as follows:
   1. Set the parking brake.
   2. Shift the transaxle into neutral.
   3. Remove the engine mount strut bolts. Swing the engine mount struts aside.
   4. Install the Engine Tilt Strap J-41131.
   5. Pull on the engine in order to rotate the engine forward.
   6. Tighten the strap.
   
   
5. After rotating the engine, remove the right side spark plug wires as follows:
   1. Disconnect the right side spark plug wires from the spark plugs and ignition coil.
   
   
6. Remove the right side spark plug wire clip from the ignition coil bracket.
7. Remove the right side spark plug wire assembly.

To install:

1. Install the spark plug wire assembly.
2. Install the right side spark plug wire clip at the ignition coil bracket.
3. Connect the plug wires to the ignition coil and spark plugs.
4. If the engine was rotated for access, return the engine to the original position.
5. The remainder of the installation is the reverse order of removal.

Inspection & Gapping

Fig. Inspect the spark plug to determine engine running conditions

Removal & Installation

2.3L Engine

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the 2 nuts, the bolt and the alternator air inlet duct.
   
   

   Fig. Remove the 2 nuts, the bolt and the alternator air inlet duct-2.3L engine
   

3. Disconnect the 4 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
   NOTE When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal. Remove the 4 bolts and the ignition coil-on-plugs.
   
   WARNING Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.
   
   NOTE Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.
   
4. Remove the 4 spark plugs.

To install:

1. Inspect the spark plugs, as outlined in this section.
2. Adjust the spark plug gap, as necessary, to 1.25-1.35mm (0.049-0.053 in.).
   WARNING Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.
   
3. Install the spark plugs and tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
   NOTE Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil-on-plug boots before attaching to the spark plugs.
   
4. Install the 4 ignition coils and bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
5. Connect the 4 ignition coil electrical connectors.
6. Install the alternator air inlet duct and the 2 nuts and the bolt. Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
7. Connect the negative battery cable.

Inspection
Inspect the spark plug tip for wear and damage. If the tip is covered with carbon, replace the plug. Do not drop or shock the spark plug. If the ceramic body is broken replace the plug.



Fig. Spark plug inspection points


Removal & Installation
WARNING Do not attempt to remove spark plugs when the engine is hot.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air intake hose assembly.
3. Remove the accelerator cable bracket.
4. Remove the six bolts and coil cover from cylinder head cover.
5. Remove the four bolts and the two coils from the cover.
6. Disconnect the high tension leads from the spark plugs by twisting the boot and removing.
7. Use compressed air to remove any dirt from around the spark plug hole.
8. Make sure the spark plug socket fits squarely on the spark plug, and then remove.

To install:

1. Be sure the spark plug gap is set to 0.039-0.043 in. (0.98-1.09mm).
2. Apply anti-seize compound to the spark plug threads.
3. Carefully install the spark plug into the cylinder head and torque to 11-17 ft. lbs. (23 Nm).
4. Reconnect high tension leads.
5. Install the two ignition coils and torque four mounting bolts to 14-19 ft. lbs. (26 Nm).
6. Install the coil cover and secure with six bolts
7. Install the accelerator cable bracket.
8. Reconnect the air intake hose assembly.
9. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

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2.2L Engine

1. Remove the ignition coil housing.
   NOTE Remove any water and debris from the spark plug holes before spark plug removal with compressed air. Remove the spark plugs with a spark plug socket.
2. Inspect the spark plugs.

To install:

1. Gap the spark plug, using round wire type spark plug gap gauge. Adjust the spark plug gap to 0.045 in. (1.14mm).
   WARNING DO NOT coat the spark plugs with anti seize compound. Over torquing could occur and damage to the cylinder head threads may result.
   
2. Install the spark plugs with a spark plug socket. Tighten to 15 ft. lbs. (20 Nm).
3. Install the ignition coil housing.

2.4L Engine
The spark plugs on this engine are located under the ignition coil and module assembly. To gain access to the spark plugs, the coil and module assembly must be removed. On the 2.4L (VIN T) engines, the spark plugs are platinum and require replacement every 100,000 miles (160,900 km) or 60 months which ever comes first.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the 4 bolts retaining the Electronic Ignition (EI) coil/module/cover assembly (depending upon vehicle application), then detach the electrical connector. Remove the assembly by pulling it straight up away from the engine.
   
   
   
   Fig. To remove the cover, unfasten the four bolts, then pull the assembly straight up from the engine
   
3. If the connector(s) sticks to the spark plug, use spark plug connector removing tool J-36011 or equivalent, and a twisting motion to detach the connector(s) from the plugs.
   
4. Clean any dirt away from the spark plug recess area.
5. Remove the spark plug using the proper size socket, extensions and universal joints, as necessary. Hold the socket or the extension close to the plug with your free hand, as this will help lessen the possibility of applying a shear force which might snap the plug in half.

To install:

1. Lubricate the threads lightly with an anti-seize compound, then start the four spark plugs by hand. Tighten the plugs to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
2. If removed, install any the plug boot connectors that may have stuck to a spark plug to the EI assembly.
   NOTE Check to make sure the spring terminal is inside the boot.
   
3. Install the EI coil/module/cover assembly to the engine, while carefully aligning the boots with the spark plug terminals, by pushing the assembly straight down.
4. Apply Loctite®thread locking compound, or equivalent to the cover bolts. Install the bolts and tighten to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm).
5. If removed, engage the ignition cover electrical connectors.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

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They are underneath the coils,there will be a coil,and under the coil will be a spark plug boot connecting the coil to the spark plug.

2003 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1L SFI OHV 6cyl
Spark Plug Wires - Removal & Installation

3.5L Engine

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
   NOTE Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark plug wire or the wire could be damaged.
2. Remove the intake manifold cover, if required.
3. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
4. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the ignition coil.
5. Remove the spark plug wire clips from the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor bracket and the heater inlet and outlet pipe tab.
6. Remove the spark plug wire assembly.
7. If replacing only one plug wire, open the retaining clips and remove the appropriate spark plug wire.
8. Disconnect the right side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
9. Disconnect the right side spark plugs from the ignition coils.
10. Remove the spark plug wire assembly.
11. If replacing only one plug wire, open the retaining clip and remove the appropriate spark plug wire.

To install:

1. Install the spark plug wire assembly.
2. Connect the right side spark plugs to the ignition coils.
3. Connect the right side spark plug wires to the spark plugs.
4. If replacing only one plug wire, open the retaining clip and install the appropriate spark plug wire.
5. Install the spark plug wire assembly.
6. Connect the left side spark plug wires to the spark plugs.
7. Connect the left side spark plug wires to the ignition coil.
8. Install the spark plug wire clips to the MAP sensor bracket and the heater inlet and outlet pipe tab.
9. If replacing only one plug wire, open the retaining clips and install the appropriate spark plug wire.
10. Install the intake manifold cover, if required.

Fig. 2.2L Engine Firing Order: 1-3-4-2 Distributorless ignition system



Fig. 3.1L Engine Firing order: 1-2-3-4-5-6 Distributorless ignition system



Fig. 3.5L Engine Firing order: 1-2-3-4-5-6 Distributorless ignition system



Fig. 2.4L Engine Firing order: 1-3-4-2 Distributorless ignition system



Fig. 3.1L Engine Firing order: 1-2-3-4-5-6 Distributorless ignition system



Fig. 2.2L Engine Firing Order: 1-3-4-2 Distributorless ignition system


Fig. 3.5L & 3.9L Engines Firing order: 1-2-3-4-5-6 Distributorless ignition system


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2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue V6-214 3.5L VIN H SFI

Spark Plug: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 43094 Spark Plug Boot Puller
1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Remove the ignition coil assembly.
3. Use the J 43094 in order to remove the spark plug boots from the spark plugs.
NOTE: Allow the engine to cool before removing the spark plugs. Attempting to remove the spark plugs from a hot engine may cause the plug
threads to seize causing damage to cylinder head threads.
NOTE: Clean the spark plug recess area before removing the spark plug. Failure to do so could result in engine damage because of dirt or
foreign material entering the cylinder head, or by the contamination of the cylinder head threads. The contaminated threads may prevent the
proper seating of the new plug. Use a thread chaser to clean the threads of any contamination.
4. Remove the spark plugs from the engine.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Use only the spark plugs specified for use in the vehicle. Do not install spark plugs that are either hotter or colder than those specified for the
vehicle. Installing spark plugs of another type can severely damage the engine.
NOTE: Check the gap of all new and reconditioned spark plugs before installation. The pre-set gaps may have changed during handling. Use a round
feeler gage to ensure an accurate check. Installing the spark plugs with the wrong gap can cause poor engine performance and may even damage the
engine.
1. Measure the spark plug gap on the spark plugs to be installed. Compare the measurement to the gap specifications. Refer to Spark Plug Usage.
Correct as necessary.
NOTE: Be sure that the spark plug threads smoothly into the cylinder head and the spark plug is fully seated. Use a thread chaser, if necessary,
to clean threads in the cylinder head. Cross-threading or failing to fully seat the spark plug can cause overheating of the plug, exhaust blow-by, or
thread damage.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the spark plugs to the engine.
Tighten
Tighten the spark plug to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
3. Install the spark plug boots to the ignition coil assembly.


4. Install the ignition coil assembly.

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2.0L (Aeg, Avh, Azg, Bbw, Bev) Engines
NOTE This procedure requires the use of the following special tools, or their equivalents:

• Spark plug wrench VAS 3122B
  
• Seal puller T10018
  
• Removal/Installation tool T10029
  
• Puller T10095
  
• Torque wrench V.A.G 1331/ (5 - 50 Nm)
  

1. Make sure you have the radio code, if necessary.
   
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
   
3. Pry the plugs out (arrows), then remove the nuts underneath.
   
4. Remove the nut (1).
   Pry the plugs out (arrows), then remove the nuts underneath. Remove the nut (1)
   
5. Pull out oil dipstick.
   
6. Remove engine cover.
   Spark plug applications—2.0L (AEG, AVH, AZG, BBW, BEV) Engines
   
7. Remove the spark plug connector (arrows) using tool T10029.
   
8. Remove the spark plug using Spark plug wrench VAS 3122B.
   
9. Inspect the spark plugs, as outlined in this section.
   Remove the spark plug connector (arrows) using tool T10029 and remove the spark plug using Spark plug wrench VAS 3122B (arrow)
   

To install:

1. Install spark plugs with Spark plug wrench VAS 3122B. Tighten to 22 ft. lbs (30 Nm).
   
2. Install spark plug connectors using Removal/Installation tool T10029
   
3. Check that ignition wiring and spark plug connectors are seated securely.
   
4. Install engine compartment cover.
   
5. Connect the negative battery cable.