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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLINCOLN1996CONTINENTAL V8-4.6L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTIGNITION SYSTEMSPARK PLUGAPPLICATION AND ID
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHC
Spark Plug: Application and ID
1996 Lincoln Continental V8-4.6L DOHCSECTION Application and ID
Three Different Styles
AWSF-32E spark plugs have a platinum enhanced center electrode and are used in cylinders 5,6,7 and 8. AWSF-32EG spark plugs have a platinum enhanced ground (side) electrode and are used in cylinders 1,2,3 and 4.
Reusing Spark Plugs
If any spark plug is removed and re-installed, it must be re-installed in the same cylinder from which it was removed.
Installing New Spark Plugs
If any spark plug is replaced, use only spark plugs with part number AWSF-32EE (as listed on the Vehicle Engine Code Identification (VECI) label. This replacement spark plug has a double platinum enhancement on both the center and ground electrode and may be used in all eight cylinders.
AWSF-32E spark plugs have a platinum enhanced center electrode and are used in cylinders 5,6,7 and 8. AWSF-32EG spark plugs have a platinum enhanced ground (side) electrode and are used in cylinders 1,2,3 and 4.
Reusing Spark Plugs
If any spark plug is removed and re-installed, it must be re-installed in the same cylinder from which it was removed.
Installing New Spark Plugs
If any spark plug is replaced, use only spark plugs with part number AWSF-32EE (as listed on the Vehicle Engine Code Identification (VECI) label. This replacement spark plug has a double platinum enhancement on both the center and ground electrode and may be used in all eight cylinders.
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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.