Spark Plug: Service and Repair

SPARK PLUG REMOVAL/INSTALLATION[L3, AJ]

CAUTION: If a spark plug that is not as specified is installed, engine performance will be deteriorated. Install only the specified spark plug when replacing.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the ignition coils.
3. Remove the spark plugs using a plug-wrench.

CAUTION:
- Apply small amount of the specified dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coils, then install the ignition coils to the spark plugs.
- Specified grease: Motorcraft XG-3A

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque
L3: 10-14 N.m (1.1-1.4 kgf.m, 8.0-10.3 ft.lbf}
AJ: 0-20 N.m {91-204 kgf.cm, 70-177 in.lbf}