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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1998MOUNTAINEER 5.0 P, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 8 (ENGINE CONTROLS - SPECIFICATIONS - 4.0L)IGNITION SYSTEMSPARK PLUGS
1998 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0 P, AWD
Spark Plugs
1998 Mercury Mountaineer 5.0 P, AWDSECTION Spark Plugs
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
NOTE:
If reusing originally installed spark plugs, reinstall them in original position. Some cylinders use platinum ground electrodes and some cylinders use platinum positive electrodes. Replacement platinum spark plugs are double platinum electrode spark plugs and are used for all cylinders.
SPARK PLUG TYPE
| Application | Motorcraft No. |
|---|---|
| 4.0L OHV | AGSF-22PP |
| 4.0L OHC | AWSF-22PP |
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Gap In. (mm) | Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|---|
| 4.0L | .052-.056 (1.32-1.42) | 7-14 (9-20) |
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.