Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 3.0L (4V) .
- Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connectors.
- Remove the bolts and the ignition coils.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil boots before attaching to the spark plugs.
RH side
NOTE:
The upper intake manifold must be removed to access the RH ignition coils only.
Both sides