Replacement: spark plugs – FORD COUGAR (EC_). Tip from AUTODOC:
The replacement procedure is the same for all spark plugs.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: spark plugs – FORD COUGAR (EC_). Take the following steps:
Step 1
Open the bonnet.
Step 2
Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3
Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
Step 4
Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use clic-R collar pliers.
Step 5
Remove the air intake pipe.
Step 6
Unscrew the filter housing fastening bolts. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 7
Detach the crankcase ventilation hose from the engine cover at the left.
Step 8
Remove the air filter housing.
Please note!
The air filter housing is integrated into the engine cover.
Step 9
Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
Step 10
Remove the spark plug wire connectors from the spark plug wells. Use round-nose pliers.
Replacement: spark plugs – FORD COUGAR (EC_). Professionals recommend:
Be careful to avoid damaging spark plug wires.Remember the sequence of the spark plug wires connectors.
Step 11
Clean dirt, dust and debris from inside the spark plug wells.
Step 12
Unscrew the spark plugs. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13
Take out the spark plugs.
Step 14
Apply a thin layer of a special high temperature anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the new spark plugs.
Step 15
Install the new spark plugs into their mounting seats.
Step 16
Screw new spark plugs and tighten them. Use the spark plug socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 15 nm torque.
Replacement: spark plugs – FORD COUGAR (EC_). AUTODOC recommends:
Don't tighten the plugs with excessive force. Exceeding tightening torque can damage the thread connection. Be careful when working with a spark plug wrench. Its skewing can cause damage to the threaded connection.
Step 17
Install the spark plug wire connectors into the spark plug wells. Make sure you hear a click indicating that it is locked in place.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: spark plugs – FORD COUGAR (EC_). Follow the installation steps.
Step 18
Reinstall the air filter housing.
Step 19
Screw the filter housing fastening bolts. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 20
Attach the crankcase ventilation hose to the engine cover at the left.
Step 21
Remove the microfibre towel from the air intake hose.
Step 22
Install the air intake pipe and secure it.
Step 23
Fasten the clamp on the air intake hose. Use clic-R collar pliers.
Step 24
Connect the air intake pipe to the air filter housing.
Step 25
Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 26
Close the hood.
Step 27
Run the engine for a few minutes. This is necessary in order to make sure that the component operates properly.
Step 28
Shut off the engine.
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