Spark Plugs

2009 Mercury Milan AWD L4-2.3LSECTION Spark Plugs



Spark Plugs





Removal

1. Remove the 2 nuts, the bolt and the generator air inlet duct.





2. Disconnect the 4 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

3. NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

Remove the 4 bolts and the ignition coil-on-plugs.

4. NOTICE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.

Remove the 4 spark plugs.

Installation

1. Inspect the spark plugs.

2. Adjust the spark plug gap as necessary.





3. NOTICE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

Install the spark plugs.

- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

4. NOTE: Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil-on-plug boots before attaching to the spark plugs.

Install the 4 ignition coil-on-plugs and bolts.

- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

5. Connect the 4 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

6. Install the generator air inlet duct and the 2 nuts and the bolt.
- Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).





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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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