Removal And Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Detach the 2 wire harness retainers from the ignition coil stud bolts.
- Disconnect the 4 ignition coil electrical connectors.
- Remove the 4 stud bolts and the ignition coils.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Inspect the coil boots for rips, nicks or tears. Remove and discard any damaged coil boots.
- To install, slide the new coil boot onto the coil until it is fully seated at the top of the coil.
- 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.
NOTE:
When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.