Spark Plugs: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect the spark plugs.

Fig 1: Inspecting Spark Plugs
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Adjust the spark plug gap as necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Spark Plug Gap
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CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

Install the spark plugs.
- 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.

Install the 4 ignition coils and bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Connect the 4 ignition coil electrical connectors.
Install the generator air inlet duct and the 2 nuts and the bolt.
- Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Nuts, Bolt And Generator Air Inlet Duct
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.