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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012E 450 V8-5.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTUNE-UP AND ENGINE PERFORMANCE CHECKSSPARK PLUGSERVICE AND REPAIRSPARK PLUGS
2012 Ford E 450 V8-5.4L
Spark Plugs
2012 Ford E 450 V8-5.4LSECTION Spark Plugs
Spark Plugs
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the ignition coil. For additional information, refer to Ignition Coil-On-Plug Ignition Coil-On-Plug.
2. NOTICE: Do not remove the spark plugs when the engine is hot or cold soaked. Spark plug thread or cylinder head damage can occur. Make sure the engine is warm (hand touch after cooling down) prior to spark plug removal.
NOTICE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.
NOTE: Remove any foreign material from the spark plug wells with compressed air before removing the spark plugs.
NOTE: If an original spark plug is used, make sure it is installed in the same cylinder from which it was taken. New spark plugs can be used in any cylinder.
Remove the spark plugs.
- To install, tighten to 18 Nm (159 lb-in).
3. Inspect the spark plugs.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Adjust the plug gap as necessary. Refer to Specifications for the correct spark plug gap specification.
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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.