Engine Ignition - 2.3L: Removal & Installation Ford Escape I facelift

Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-232248) .
2. Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connectors.
3. Remove the bolts and the ignition coils. To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
4. 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.

Removal

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-232248) .
2. Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connectors.
3. Remove the bolts and the ignition coils.
4. Remove the spark plugs.

Scheme 2

Scheme 3

1. Inspect the spark plugs.
2. Adjust the spark plug gap as necessary.
3. Install the spark plugs. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
4. Install the ignition coils and bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
5. Connect the ignition coil electrical connectors.
6. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-232248) .