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(Message started by: VladSoare on Apr 23^rd, 2004, 9:29am)

Title: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
Post by VladSoare on Apr 23^rd, 2004, 9:29am

Hi, guys.

I had my spark plugs changed when I bought the car, not too long ago, but next time I want to replace them myself, and I don't know what tools I'll need.

Firstly, what size are the 24V spark plugs? I mean the socket size.

Secondly, is there a special tool for removing the spark plugs from the engine, given the fact that they are buried deep into the engine and can't be reached by hand?

Thank you.

Title: Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
Post by martin_rowe on Apr 23^rd, 2004, 9:34am

Dead easy, 5/8 or 16mm plug socket, I usually use a 3/8
socket set with a u/j diectly in the socket and a 6in extention between that and a power bar.

Title: Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
Post by john.n on Apr 23^rd, 2004, 12:22pm

When replacing your plugs remember the heads are ali, so its easy to cross thread them. There is a cheap tool for inserting them and hand tightening before fully tightening to avoid this happening.It is a length of rubber basically with a handle that allows you to hold the plug by the tip and slowly begin inserting. Alternativly, a piece of hose will do the job . regards, john.n ;)

Title: Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
Post by PeGe on Apr 30^th, 2004, 11:13am

I have the same intention as VladSoare!

but:

Is it necessary to fit the spark plugs with a kind of screw locking?

PeGe

Title: Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
Post by john.n on Apr 30^th, 2004, 2:46pm

What do you mean -screw locking? Put the plugs in as discribed with a flex type tool to prevent cross threading- you will feel it get hard if it begins to cross thead. Finally tighten with a proper plug spanner. Hand tight is enough. john.n

Title: Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
Post by Snoopy on Apr 30^th, 2004, 5:18pm

15ft lb is the correct torque for the spark plugs on the 24v.......Ford do recomend the use of Never Seez thread compound but I myself use a small amount of copperlease on the threads....on my 12v ...

Cheers
Snoopy