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Spark Plugs: Removal

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. CAUTION: It is important to twist the spark plug wire boots while pulling along the axis of the spark plug to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wires.
  4. With a twisting motion, use the special tool to pull the 6 spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
  5. Fig 1: Removing Spark Plug Wires Using Special Tool
    G04003889Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.
  7. Remove the 6 spark plugs.