Spark Plugs: Removal & Installation Ford Edge I

REMOVAL

LH side

1. Disconnect the crankcase vent tube quick connect coupling from the valve cover fitting and position aside. For additional information, refer to «FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(ref-292568) article.
2. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE - 3.5L»(ref-292564) article.
3. Disconnect the 6 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
4. Remove the 6 bolts and the 6 ignition coil-on-plugs.
5. Remove the 6 spark plugs.

INSTALLATION

Both sides

1. Inspect the 6 spark plugs. Item Part Number Description 1 - Deposits bridging spark plug gap 2 - Wet black deposits (oil fouling) 3 - Dry black deposits (carbon fouling) 4 - Normal spark plug 5 - Pre-ignition 6 - Overheating 7 - Fused spot deposits
2. Adjust the spark plug gap as necessary.
3. Install the 6 spark plugs. Tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft).
4. Install the 6 ignition coil-on-plugs and the 6 bolts. Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
5. Connect the 6 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
6. Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE - 3.5L»(ref-292564) article.
7. Position and connect the crankcase vent tube quick connect coupling to the valve cover fitting. For additional information, refer to «FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(ref-292568) article.