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VladSoare
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Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
« on: Apr 23rd, 2004, 9:29am » |
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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.
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martin_rowe
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Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
« Reply #1 on: Apr 23rd, 2004, 9:34am » |
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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.
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john.n
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Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
« Reply #2 on: Apr 23rd, 2004, 12:22pm » |
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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 
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PeGe
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Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
« Reply #3 on: Apr 30th, 2004, 11:13am » |
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I have the same intention as VladSoare!
but:
Is it necessary to fit the spark plugs with a kind of screw locking?
PeGe
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john.n
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Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
« Reply #4 on: Apr 30th, 2004, 2:46pm » |
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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
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Snoopy
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Re: Replacing 24V Spark Plugs
« Reply #5 on: Apr 30th, 2004, 5:18pm » |
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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
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