Removal and Installation

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LH side

Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube-to-valve cover quick connect coupling and position aside. For additional information, refer to QUICK CONNECT COUPLING .
RH side
Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
NOTE: The upper intake manifold must be removed to access the RH ignition coil-on-plugs.

Both sides
Disconnect the 6 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
Remove the 6 bolts and the 6 ignition coil-on-plugs.
NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
Inspect the coil seals for rips, nicks or tears. Remove and discard any damaged coil seals.
- To install, slide the new coil seal onto the coil until it is fully seated at the top of the coil.
Fig 1: Locating Coil Seal
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil-on-plug boots before attaching to the spark plugs.