How to Replace Spark Plugs Ford Escape V6 3.0L 2001-2007

This is a video tutorial on how to replace the spark plugs on a Ford Escape V6 between the years of 2001-2007.
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*Disclaimer: Please use all safety precautions

[@larryharl4351]

Just did this today took a bit over and hour and a half for 6 plugs, coils, new intake seals, and an oil change it was easier than people think. Use an 8mm, a 10mm deep because 2 bolts are stud bolts, and a 5/8 spark plugs socket look for the magnetic type way nicer. It is easier to pull the intake up and Bungie it out of your way. The intake bolts don't come out of the intake so no lost bolts. Just take your time. I also recommend anti seize on the plugs and boot grease on the coil boots you can use dielectric grease on the connectors for the coils. Just my 2 cents

[@KenanOmerbasic]

FINALLY, someone tells me the size of the spark plug socket. Thank you sir.

[@Hawk-hk8ee]

@@KenanOmerbasic i mean.... It's pretty common knowledge a spark plug socket is always 5/8....

[@KenanOmerbasic]

​@@Hawk-hk8ee I mean...there's 13/16 spark plug sockets too though....

[@johnnyboy6429]

Yall are all wrong. 16mm fits tighter.

[@Choaf82]

@@johnnyboy6429 how does that fit tighter when its bigger than 5/8"? Did you mean 14mm?

[@PaulStevensCanada]

Thanks! Just did this job, first time spark plug change ever. Took a couple of hours but went smooth. Video was great. I did find it easier to tip up the intake manifold and bungee it up to the hood. Gave me way better access to back plugs. $30 for plugs and $20 bucks for new intake manifold gaskets and saved a couple hundred bucks in labor. Thanks again!

[@PaulStevensCanada]

Yeah just tip it up and bungee cord it to the hood. That way you don't have to take off the throttle body and coolant hose.

[@stargate0619]

I miss the old days when spark plugs were easy to change out...

[@takistakis456]

it’s always been difficult on transversal engine

[@btchhopperou812]

Not all viewers have access to compressed air, but blowing out the plug 'pit' before initially removing them will help to at least minimize any debris and 'crumbs' from entering the combustion chamber. A vacuum will do the trick almost as well in a pinch, and most folks own a vacuum if not a wet-vac.

[@pacman4937]

I performed this on a friends 2006. I have no automotive training, per se. I was able to do this and change the computer in around 30-45 minutes. The key is having the correct tools beforehand. I originally attempted it without the correct tools and had to stop near the end. Once I came back with the correct tools days later, it was easy. I suggest that everyone buy good tools, like automatic wrenches, screwdrivers, etc, deep sockets and the like. Sure it’s an investment but then you never have to hire someone for the work ever again.

[@2carpros]

Nice work and great advice!

[@ericschwa1479]

Just did this job on my 2005 Escape. Basically 3 socket sizes, a torque wrench as well as new coil packs, intake seals, and plugs bought from A1 Auto and Rock Auto and I was done in 2 hours and for about $70. BTW OE plugs call for platinum. Runs smooth as silk now!

[@2carpros]

Nice work on only spending $70! Thanks for watching!

[@crystalgumm3741]

I surely need mine changed asap! My 5th plug is fouled and my O2 sensor is bad, I'm now going to google O2 sensor replacement! I really enjoyed this video, I was reading the comments about the intake gaskets, is that something I should do also when I change the spark plugs!? TIA!! Happy Motor, Happy Car, right!? Lol!!

[@glennbelfiore5776]

Which coil packs did you buy?

[@trev777]

This video was an absolute lifesaver. Thank you thank you thank you! I just did this. Went just like you said. I can't imagine what they would charge in a shop for this! Thanks again.

[@2carpros]

Wonderful! Thanks for watching!

[@jessedehghani82]

They charge about $600 USD for this at Tire+ shops.

[@RickyPisano]

I've got a 2005 Loaded Ford 500 Limited with 225k miles that runs and looks like new. Meticulously maintained. Never missed and oil change. Getting ready to do this myself. No biggie. I'll take the intake right off the engine. the injectors, coil packs, PCV and maybe the Electric Throttle Body to clean them. Just a little different. A lot of vacuum hoses and such but worth it in the long run to check everything. Don't want to do it again in 6 months. Never had a problem with this car. Thanks!!

[@2carpros]

The 500 is a severely under appreciated and overlooked car. I nearly bought one a few years ago but driving it made me motion sick so I had to pass on it. The 500 is a great car. Thanks for watching!

[@debfassbinder9283]

GREAT VIDEO GUYS !! I BELIEVE I CAN DO THE TUNE UP NOW !! I LIKED YOUR UPBEAT BACKGROUND MUSIC, NOT OVERPOWERING LIKE SOME VIDEOS I HAVE WATCHED OF VARIOUS VEHICLE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONAL. THANK YOU !!

[@2carpros]

Thanks for watching!

[@chrismorneau8188]

Everyone says it's a bad car or don't buy this car just because you have to do a little work. From the mechanics point of view this is a good car easy to work on spark plugs are about the hardest thing you would have to do as far as maintenance it has the alternator in the front external water pump so you don't have to take the front of the engine in the timing belt and s*** apart. Bonus. I think people are just looking for a magical car that you don't have to work on but let me tell you all cars are pieces of junk because all of them need work when you don't do anything to them for years. There's a book called the maintenance schedule and if you double the intervals in which you change your fluids you will almost never have to do this other stuff except spark plugs. knowing how to change your own oil is as important as knowing how to wipe your own butt

[@jungleviper]

I've seen these escapes hit over 200k

[@benjaminsanchez3766]

that's through those are a very good cars

[@cjandsara1]

Just bought one that's in good shape and runs good with 166k for $500 lady thought it need an oil pump... all it was was a bad pressure switch and low on oil... been running great for almost 3k miles. Makes a great work car

[@MakariGavin]

80% of people pay for their oil changes too LOL my best advice to people on maintaining their cars who don't normally work on them; If you don't do shit to your car, at least do your oil, coolant, and tire checks! Saves hundreds regardless of regular maintenance

[@hernanmurillo8925]

Well said. Every car is junk in the eyes of someone that is looking for 0 problems.

[@fastguned]

My step daughter bought a 2002 Mazda tribute brand new with the same V6 engine. She traded it with 290,000 miles and never changed the spark plugs. LOL

[@megauberduber]

Thanks for the great guide, just changed out the plugs on my 2007 Escape!

[@2carpros]

Awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@johnkemas7344]

If you are going to take the time to replace the plugs take the little extra time and money to replace the intake gaskets and the Coil packs. Especially the coil packs if the engine has a lot of miles on it. When the spark plugs start to open up their gap (lots of mileage) it takes more voltage to jump the gap and this is hard on the coil packs.

[@johnjreckhart2429]

Thanks for the advice 👍🏻

[@fido139]

Why wouldn't you change the intake gaskets?

[@lakedelhi]

"Hello, and listen to 2CarPros...." Sounds like the intro for Mr Obvious on Bob and Tom Show!

[@abrahamarreola1728]

Great job buddy

[@johnkemas7344]

Also it would have been nice if you told your viewers the size of the bolts holding everything together as you went along

[@suellenforrest8285]

i am only her to find the bolt size

[@suzieq9009]

Thank you for the video fixing to do this to my 05 escape I quit working on cars when they turned the motors sideways hiring my son to do the work I will replace the coil packs and gasket as well no need to have to go back in again thank you

[@2carpros]

Nice job! Thanks for watching!

[@LarryHawkMusic]

I long for the good old days when sparkplugs were easy to access. A 10 minute job to easily change

[@2carpros]

Yep! This is not that haha Thanks for watching Larry!

[@Haroldsalazarindiglosv]

Hi. Anyone know or where can i find a calibration table, for this v6 spark plugs escape ?

[@socalrepairs8175]

Was having trouble getting spark plugs back into engine come to find out the spark plug socket that I got from O'Reilly's, was preventing the bottom of the spark plug threads from reaching the engine threads. So if you're having trouble getting the spark plug back in try a 16 mm deep socket

[@rayarroyo728]

I’m an commercial construction electrician not a mechanic so forgive me. Do the bolts on the manifold require a specific torque setting. Also, I didn’t see you put back the hose with the green clip, and the hose clamp on the backside(when your facing from the hood) what was that for. My engine is misfiring and I had someone tell me to replace the ignition coils and spark plugs. I have an 01 with 240k miles

[@ejgilson1488]

I have check engine light on that say # 3 Cylinder misfire. Is this one of the coils at the front (easier ones)?

[@cautionbey3526]

What causes vacuum when car is on when it remove the oil cap

[@chrismourning4859]

I never saw you use a torque wrench 🤔 and what is the torque and torque sequence or explanations on the intake manifold?🤔🤔

[@tonytoubassy3517]

You should have replaced the intake manifold gasket set to avoid lean system condition codes P0171 & P0174. Good luck

[@2carpros]

If they are in good shape it is most likely fine. Thanks for watching Tony!

[@yeeztodge6654]

That air ratchet is making it look like butter

[@rogertiensuu3439]

Why not change the intake manifold rubber seals/gaskets as well?

[@2carpros]

You could but, this video was about sparkplugs. Thanks for watching!

[@madisonderby6167]

Also it depends on when you changed them last if they are newer no need to change them if old you should definitely change them

[@amaniindia1]

what size wrench is needed to take out front spark plugs?

[@socalrepairs8175]

The coil pack is held on with an 8mm nut. The spark plug size itself though is a 3/8 standard or 16 mm metric socket. You would have a terrible time getting a wrench to do the job! ;-)

[@stevemccooleq]

I would replace the 3 coils on the backside and use double platinum or iridium plugs. That way you won't have to go back there again for at least 100k miles. As others said, also change the intake plenum gaskets ($10 or so for a set). Vacuum leaks are no fun to locate and fix. Otherwise a good video. Sliding the plenum back saves a little time, most other people recommend removing the whole thing.

[@glennbelfiore5776]

Which brand Coil Pack do you recommend?

[@Papi4l2]

@@glennbelfiore5776 whatever the manufacturer used. Dont bother finding any magical coil packs

[@tonyp5748]

No dielectric grease on the spark plug boots?

[@ronniehembree7855]

just give it a shot of WD40

[@mcmarquez8203]

I have to change the intake gasket manifold?

[@mandoc3292]

Thank you 👍👍👍👍

[@2carpros]

Welcome 👍

[@thadog6666]

Why didn’t you change intake gaskets?

[@mikegarcia5087]

I, personally, would never reuse the old intake and EGR gaskets. One gets down as far as he did removing the upper intake manifold; why not pull it off turn upside down and after a few wipes of the meeting surfaces just replace the old rubber gaskets without using silicone. Gaskets are cheaper than intake leaks later.

[@cautionbey3526]

How to quit valve noise in engine what products is better

[@2carpros]

I really like Lucas oil stabilizer. Thanks for watching!

[@alishabell7807]

@@2carpros Amsoil quieted mine.

[@mmbnyc2003]

What size is the socket for the plug?

[@slant6guy]

Get a 5/8" spark plug socket with 3/4" hex top in 3/8" drive.

[@nathanaustinfield6982]

I think that maybe... JUST maybe... i could probably ratchet strap the engine forward after disconnecting the engine mounts to make this process 5x as easy

[@2carpros]

Yeah that would probably work. I didn't want to show any cool tricks like that because people here on KZbin are often obsessed with technically right over things that work anyways. Thanks for watching!

[@wiscgaloot]

I *really* like that idea!

[@TheMrChaddles]

Did you try this?

[@dynjarren5454]

Aside from the drive shafts having clearance this could work

[@jaimesustaita285]

My 93 ford f-150 has Fluctuating rpm's and constant backfire, please help.thks

[@PearComputingDevices]

Is this a help form for f150's? I am confused.

[@btchhopperou812]

Replace plugs, wires and coil pack. Coil pack or wires first, I've seen ALOT of the coils fail- but OEM lasting 10-15 yrs. isn't too bad as far as I'm concerned- also, the coil pack is simple and extremely easy to replace. If it ISN'T the actual culprit... it soon would've been most likely

[@stupadasol5911]

I wish my mechanic work at warp speed like this guy. And I thought I'd do it myself. My Escape is no '73 Dodge Truck!

[@2carpros]

The newer stuff is definitely tougher to work on than the good ole days. Thanks for watching!

[@stupadasol5911]

@@2carpros Just made an appointment with my mechanic for tomorrow at 8:00 for the 3 to 4 hour task and ONLY $600. Good thing I sold a "hole in the water" yesterday.

[@wiscgaloot]

This looks crazy complicated, but when I google "price for a shop to replace spark plugs on a 2007 Escape" I get nonsense numbers like $110. There is no way they can do all this in just one hour, is there? My brother has a 2007 Escape, plug #2 is fouled apparently, and he needs to replace all 6 plugs because it's over 100k miles. But he has terrible back arthritis and shouldn't even attempt this. Any ideas what a shop would charge?

[@2carpros]

Uh no there is no way it is only $110. It is 2.4 work hours so probably $240 for the work or so and $60 for the plugs, I'd guess right around $300. Thanks for watching!

[@wiscgaloot]

@@2carpros Thanks, good information!

[@chrisbunch6335]

@@2carpros I appreciate this information.

[@TMIATC]

Roughly, how much would it cost me to fix a cylander 1 misfire, even if I purchase my own spark plugs?

[@ericschwa1479]

Buy your parts from Rock Auto and change all 6. About $70

[@kike0260]

Nice 👍

[@2carpros]

Thank you for watching Enrique!

[@Rays4Days]

Thanks for mentioning the torque specs. The socket sizes used would've been a nice touch too.

[@13carlosenrique]

Adam Pedersen mostly 8mm and a couple 10mm only.

[@dougprobert5378]

How often should the plugs be changed.

[@2carpros]

On this you could go 80-100k miles or so. Thanks for watching!

[@dougprobert5378]

@@2carpros thank you for the info.

[@timmay2k]

Gonna replace my coil packs and plugs i wouldn't recommend using air impact on removing plugs bc of the aluminum valve cover. Fyi

[@trevorcrandley3928]

Is the car worth buying

[@tallclassychic]

So I have a 03 Ford Escape xl . And for some reason the moment I hit 50mph the entire truck begins to shake . Would anyone know what that is ?

[@AaronRowland-y5w]

Chelsea Febles bad unbalanced tires or the wheel bearings in the car gave out

[@SonofGodly]

Chelsea IS YOUR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON? If it is get it checked by a mechanic and follow what ever the codes say is wrong,That is why the check engine light is on it is trying to tell you whats wrong.

[@jeremiahbautista8812]

My 02 Ford escape was doing the same thing at 40 or 50. I changed my coil for my 4th cylinder and it stoped doing the shaking. I had a check engine light and took it to autozone to read the code but it was doing the shaking before the code even came up.

[@LucidVisionMane]

Aaron Rowland mine would do this too, for me it was the tires they were 5/6 years old but I got new ones and everything was perfect again

[@Arkie407]

Does it only do that for a moment or is it continuous at that speed & above? If it’s short & goes away as speed increases or if you disengage the overdrive button on the shifter, might be the torque converter. That was my problem at 190k miles. Had the whole transmission rebuilt & new torque converter installed at 265k. Rest of car is great & certainly cheaper than buying another used car with someone else’s problems...

[@benjamincastillo6942]

oh and make sure to check gap on plugs

[@dannyw7662]

It would have been helpful if before you started to take something off. You said something like I have to remove the egr valve. That way we know what you're digging for in there

[@MrMauricio1947]

You Need to replace the intake gasket .

[@2carpros]

It was is pretty good shape. Thanks for watching!

[@udjfjokdhjdkdkfj272]

yo pregunto por un mazda tributé no x un escape

[@josephmattias8212]

Es el mismo motor

[@topboydanny1194]

Did anybody have to gap they’re spark plugs

[@LimpiezaFina]

SE VE NUNCA HAS QUITADO EL CUERPO DE ADMISIÓN........

[@Mr_Meowingtons]

Lame mine came with Copper plugs not Platinum

[@diosamor8351]

Can you imagine, how much work just to change sparks plugs in this car ..!!!!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@2carpros]

Not so bad! Thanks for watching!

[@ericschwa1479]

Really isn't that bad, looks worse than it is. 4 cylinder is certainly easier however!

[@neo307a]

Think that is bad, try replacing an alternator on this car....

[@midtown7dw]

@@neo307a its easy as f**k , what are you talking about?

[@johnward6699]

They don't make them like they use to...

[@unitcount503]

its a half hour job its not hard

[@2carpros]

It really isn't. Thanks for watching!

[@chrisbunch6335]

@@2carpros what was the total time? I'm assuming during the video you had to stop and start at some point I have a misfire on cylinder 1 and the mechanic stated 3.5 hours. Thanks. Thanks.

[@daninraleigh]

I'm facing this challenge now. My #2 cylinder has been complaining for a while, and it's in the back. Repair shop told me, a couple years ago, that it wasn't worth fixing. I replaced the fuel pump last year. I'm not sure if I should do this job or just give the car away. I used to like Fords. I may never buy one again.

[@2carpros]

It's not super bad but, I understand your frustration. I have a 5.4 F150 3V. Thanks for watching!

[@Mr_Meowingtons]

This shod be 2001 to 2012

[@GamingwithGamerGirls]

Nothing like Ford engineering. Some of the most absurd crap I've ever seen in my life.

[@2carpros]

Oh yeah they have made some real stinkers but some good stuff too. I own a 5.4L 3v, I know the Ford pain all to well. Thanks for watching!

[@onlywenilaugh6589]

so much work just to get to the dumb plugs.

[@2carpros]

Most transverse V6 are like this. Thanks for watching!

[@debk8018]

Who was the fool that put the spark plugs is such a stupid place? LOL

[@2carpros]

Talk to the engineers lol Thanks for watching!

[@archprizm6066]

We are screwed as a society if doing such a simple thing as spark plugs takes this much time. We have absolutely no practicality or basic reasoning skills if this is a reality in our society. We are moving backwards and are showing clear signs of psychotic tendencies.

[@robertduggan397]

its not really all that hard

[@Nords1982]

Dam bad car, because the plugs are hidden

[@2carpros]

Most are that have a transverse V6 but we got this! Thank you for watching!

[@ionlymadethistoleavecoment1723]

The elevator music makes this sound far more boring than it is.

[@2carpros]

Automotive repair is always exciting! Thanks for watching!

[@PearComputingDevices]

lol i happen to love this style. I've seen it on many vids... But we didn't come here to jam. Thank goodness

[@TheMenyDude]

Ionlymadethistoleavecoments haha lol

[@christinefermaint3780]

😂😂😂

[@hockeyfan9456]

What kind of crap is this 😂 why would ford make it so you have to take half the engine apart to get to them 😂

[@michaelryan4192]

Looks like a bitch to do i wonder what a mechanic would charge

[@silverbullit89]

What a cluster!

[@diosamor8351]

Never buy this car people 😱😱😱😱

[@PearComputingDevices]

It's a popular car, but I see many of them pretty cheap. Probably a good reason or two why.

[@fido139]

These are excellent vehicles, low maintenance, great winter machines for us northerners. You only have to do this once, if you aren't up to it have a mechanic do it. Sure, you can buy other cars, and also other problems.

[@josephdohoney2218]

I have something go wrong on mine every two weeks

[@cjandsara1]

Paid $500 for an 06 4x4 I beat the shit out of it and it takes a liking and keeps on ticking lol... has 168k miles right now lol

[@FireLily117]

Bought mine for $1800, something small is wrong with it every 6 months or so, but she’s also at 170,000 miles. If you do basic maintenance on it, there’s no big issues. Also has taken 2 wrecks like a champ 😁🥴

[@SiqDave]

Video bucks you don't explain anything like size of socket tou need or where anything is located...stop making non informative videos