Ford Escape Spark plugs

[@ldcuba]

13 years later, your video is still being helpful! get to do this project this weekend.

[@tubasousaphone13]

I greatly appreciate this video. I just replaced my Cylinder 1 spark plug on my 2004 Escape because of a cylinder 1 misfire. This was my first major repair, and I feel I did a decent job! Once again, can't say thanks enough!

[@BlueFran]

Hey guys, just one thing to say...THANK YOU !!! U helped me save exactly $75.00 for changing the spark plugs on my Mazda Tribute (same procedure), she's working better than ever and with no money damage :D !!! Thanks a lot !!

[@jamesfernick3741]

Thank you so much that idea to tie the manifold to the right is so much easier than to remove it, but for those of you looking to replace the PCV valve at the same time, it is at the back of the engine to the drivers side on top of the cylinder head but below the manifold it has a black hose with a clip that has a little bit of green on it, you see the PCV hose is like 3 to 6 inches long and has a black and green connector on each end one end is on the PCV valve and the other end is connected to the back of the manifold it is that hose you have to click off,I hope this helps someone because this video really helped me

[@ChucksterJax]

Just got through changing the spark plugs in my 2004 Escape using your procedure. Your video saved me a lot of time trying to figure out what to disconnect emove to get to the rear coils and plugs. There are several videos on KZbin that cover this, but yours is the only one I saw that uses a bungee cord to hold the manifold out of the way without messing with the throttle body. Very helpful and it didn't take that long to do. One thing that I was concerned about was fitting the coil to the spark plug. I couldn't get the rubber tube to go down far enough on the top of the spark plug. The coil unit was sitting about 1/4" above the threaded hole on the engine. I tightened the bolt and the unit compressed down fine, but I don't know if that is normal or if it should fit flush with the threaded hole on the engine before tightening. Also I found a vacuum connector on the front of the engine had cracked and broken. Really bad vacuum leak I had to fix.

[@dylanborns8339]

I'll add a few things they don't mention. The top of my motor was pretty dirty, so before you open it up, run a shop vac or compressed air over it. Also, i noticed debris down in the spark plug tubes after removing the coils. Vacuum those or blow those out also. Two of my plugs were pretty much frozen in place. If that happens, spray a little WD-40 into the tubes and let that sit in for 20 minutes or so. That way you don't break off a plug. Thanks for the video!

[@RickyPisano]

First video I've ever seen removing the intake without messing with the Throttle body. Awesome.

[@mihaimay]

That's not a throttle body

[@MrKeldar00]

You gents are a life saver. Y'all saved me a bunch of labor costs teaching me how to get to my CAP for cylinder 3. Thanks a ton.

[@axllebeer]

This video is a great help, to reassure me that I will not be attempting this. And I'm in the middle of restoring my 81 Fiat Spider 2000. This is just insane! Looking at this process of changing spark plugs makes me feel like for the first time that Ford wants me to hate them.

[@stevecarneal3214]

Thanks for posting, this is hands down the best way to do this job. Just removing enough parts to get the intake out of the way worked perfectly and made the job easier. I had plenty of room to work with the intake pulled up and secured out of the way with a bungee. Your video made this job look so easy I had to tackle it myself. Saved me over $400.00 Thanks Again!

[@gbouc1536]

Using your video as a guide, I just did my sons Escape. I needed to replace #3 coil and spark plug. It wasn't as big of a deal as I thought it was going to be thanks to your video. Went really well with no problems. Thanks so much.

[@displayfireworks1]

I just bookmarked this video. I have to do a tune up on a 2002 Mercury Sable 3.0 and removing the plenum is something I have been dreading. Time for bed now but I will watch the video tomorrow.

[@gustavoazevedo9736]

I did it today and you've saved me a couple hundred bucks with this video. Really thank you for that!

[@adventure-cowboy]

You're voice is really easy to listen to :) I feel like I'm getting holy wisdom from a automotive angel.

[@ohger1]

This video should be a tutorial on how to replace the back plugs and coils, but also how to make a youtube video in general. Too many uploaders would have made this three times as long. Accurate with no wasted talking. Excellent.

[@strokewarrior5762]

Thanks John, I do try to make them accurate and as short as possible

[@ohger1]

After watching this video, changed the back three coils in 35 minutes from hood pop till test drive last night. Thanks for the short-cuts.

[@funkyzero]

I just did this job and it wasn't nearly the nightmare I had expected.It's a pretty easy job. One thing to note: the vacuum fittings connected to the rocker covers will most likely rip/tear from age, it can't be avoided.Ford sells the entire replacement tube kit only, they won't sell the individual rubber fittings. The entire assembly is under $50.I made my own out of heater hose of a couple different sizes.Personally,I refuse to pay 45 bucks when I only need 2 rubber vacuum fittings

[@doomsdaydisciples]

A big thank you for helping me get to those hard to see rear spark plugs..... Much Appreciated

[@sonjahardin2005]

Thank you guys did this today on my 03 escape. After watching the video a couple of times made it very easy and gave me the confidence to do it myself. Thanks again

[@gohunting13]

good deal as im getting ready to do my 2003 Escape. Im motivated now I'm getting bad gas mileage and need to replace them. 97,000 miles

[@makatube7698]

Thank you for taking the time to share your expertise. Now I am confident to repair my daughter's Escape.

[@tomstewart177]

This is the best video tutorial I have seen for this subject. It helped me by savings steps called for in the FSM. I had no interest in disconnecting the coolant hoses under the throttle body and this method allowed me to execute this procedure quickly and successfully. I am grateful. Thank you!! B

[@leroydeegolden]

Thank you guys - I watched this video once and did the whole job w/out referencing again...took about 3 hours without hurrying.

[@SBCDrummer1]

I just finished this job over the weekend. Did it myself. It wasn't too bad after all. Thanks for posting this video!

[@MrValentino710]

This video was a huge help for me. I had to replace the 3 rear coils and plugs today on my 04 Mazda Tribute. There were only a couple slight differences from what was shown in the video, but all in all it was a very easy job.

[@kriscoder]

don't forget the fact that the alternator will have to be changed and you have to remove the drive axle to replace it.

[@JorgePerezOrozco]

Thank you guys for this video is just awesome how ease is if you follow this steps i just save myself almost $400 bucks. My SUV is a Mazda Tribute that uses the same engine as Ford SUV so it works for Mazda SUV too.

[@dylanborns8339]

This video convinced me to do the job myself even though I was nervous about taking the top of the motor off. I just marked every connection with a numbered piece of tape on each piece. Also, take alot of pics as you take things apart. Its very easy and if I had had the correct plugs, would have taken less than an hour.

[@team1fla]

I just finished using this video to change the spark plugs on my 2002 Mazda Tribute LX, 3.0/V-6. It was just as shown in the video. If anyone is curious the Factory OEM spark plug for a 2002 Tribute V6/3.0 is Motorcraft SP-433 / AGSF32WM. I also used RFRFs other videos to change my fuel filter and cabin filter. Great videos....THANKS!!!

[@jeremytrostle1293]

What a PITA but at least I know what I'm getting into now. Thanks.

[@bordenarve]

Very good video. I have to replace my spark plugs and egr valve. This will save me $450 cdn. I'll let you know how it goes when done. Today I changed the oil and filter myself and saved there too. Thanks.

[@1Batt]

Thanks so much.. I looked at my daughters escape today and thought the plugs were under all that..Looks like fun!

[@tdarnold]

Thanks so much. I took a look at the intake and thought you have to be kidding me. Was able to do it after watching this.

[@mlpuppet70]

Thanks for your video and a few others on here! I have a 2003 XLT Escape. I needed to change the spark plugs and coils. This video really helped! Your engine and mine are very similar. Just some minor differences. Thanks again!!

[@imaletyouknow3716]

mlpuppet70 if you don’t mind me asking ... did your rpms drop and did the car start making a thumping noise on the highway?

[@RickyPisano]

@@imaletyouknow3716 Mine is doing the same thing. About 50 mph. If I accelerate or let off the accelerator it goes away. I'm hoping it's a coil misfire, clogged injector or bad plug. It idles fine in park. I cleaned my MAF and changed my air filter. Still doing it. This is my next project.

[@alaster134]

i wish this video were available for playback on the ipad so i could watch it on that while i work. it would make all of these realfixrealfast videos a lot more convenient.

[@leonardriddick]

Thanks guys. I wouldnt of attempted this if it wasnt for this video. Thanks for saving me hundreds!!!

[@1hi4x]

This was a pretty straight forward job. Thank you for the video. While this is a bit more time consuming compared to a standard engine with wires, and a single coil (not to mention NOT having to take the intake off), it is not difficult.

[@Snowdogsue]

@yurtaevi thanks! That is so true! I brought my car in for a regular oil change at 40000K, they called to say that my breaks were worn down, that it would cost me like over $500 to fix them, but the funny thing was that they were just fine before, peddle was high, no noise, all was good but and guess what, they changed the brakes and put old ones on because when I picked it up from the dealers afterward, my breaks were low! so we fixed it ourselves, cost us about $80, I wasn't too impressed!

[@maryaplin9955]

Great video. Dealer told me $419 to do this. Going to do myself. BTW..this looks like a breeze compared to water pump...wait til you have to replace that...MUCH bigger PITA.

[@ohger1]

LOL, wait until you need to replace an alternator in the 3.0..

[@acip4u]

Thank You so much it worked like a charm, it tool me about 3 hours taking my time and saved a bundle of cash! Thank You again.

[@enzyme2x]

I'm going to attempt this tomorrow morning....please, pray for me...lol

[@nik12937]

Much cheaper than having a shop do it, even factoring in new coils! I honestly prefer having to take off the intake than how it is on my 3800, that baby I have to take the dog bones off and rock the engine forward, which still includes bloody knuckles. Man do I envy the air tools, thanks for the how to, very helpful!

[@milo1226]

The mechanic was going to charge me $1000 for this repair; after this video I'm going to just do it myself!!!

[@bravo2080]

Awesome! You saved me some real money! Thank you.

[@Musclemike808]

Thanks for putting this up I have had some crazy ass quotes from 250 to 400 for something you just did in 9 minutes they say it will take them 3 hours to do wow

[@victorreyesgamboa]

thanks for the video greetings from mexico

[@johnlender662]

Just finished changed all spark plug it is pain in the ass for the top part process, and I had to be careful not damage any cable and hose. Specially up right top spark plug hole is hard to get it out because I don't have enough space put my wrench inside. Who ever decided this to spark plug spot is dump. Any ways many thanks upload this video, and I don't know how much outside or Ford will charge this services. 6 spark plugs only cost me $35.00 bucks.

[@petercassell8272]

+John lender what is the sparkplug gap size of a mazda mx6

[@BALLIN02130]

thanks for posting this video,.. ive been looking everywhere this.. I have the same car but in red. 06 escape 4x4 limited with about 62000 miles on it. Im thinking of doing a major overhaul on it. sparks, cold air intake, oil and filter, muffler and even change to headlamps to HID lights.. The money im saving all ready..

[@iiirbob]

Thanks for the video it helped us to get this done yesterday. we changed the spark plugs after being prompted by the check engine light and got the code read at the local auto parts store. I might add that if you this and still get a code fault after then go back and disconnect the battery cable that we did not during the service causing the computer not to reset. thanks again for the help.

[@RickyPisano]

It's a good idea to clear the capacitors also. Run a wire from the disconnected negative cable to the connected positive cable and leave connected for about 10 minutes. Be sure to insulate the negative cable from the post with a rag. Make sure it doesn't hit that post while doing it.

[@cobra4v320]

If you are changing out your spark plugs you should also change out the upper intake manifold gaskets as well. I bought the plugs and gaskets for $65 from Ford. They wanted me to pay them $459 to change the spark plugs, yeah okay buddy.

[@Snowdogsue]

Thanks, great video. Will be refering to it in the near future. I have a 2004 with 100K, Dealer charging me 350$ to do it.

[@realfixesrealfast]

Glad we could help. We'll be adding more do-it-yourselfer stuff soon.

[@MrJ19bill]

@chino3642 check for vacuum leak. I had one where the EGR met the intake.

[@MikeCreuzer]

When I bought mine, the dealer looked at me really funny when I popped the hood and swore. He started to get twitchy while I just sat there and contemplated them back 3 plugs. I decided it was doable, and got it.

[@MrJ19bill]

Thanks for the video. The only problem I had was the EGR valve didn't want to line back up.

[@CircuitBoardMedicsLLC]

The failed coils usually damage the PCM on these vehicles too. If you still have misfiring or get any of the P0351-P0356 trouble codes after the coils are replaced, then the PCM is the culprit. The great thing about servicing your existing PCM is that there is no need for any programming after the repair. Your PCM will still work with your existing keys. Feel free to find us on the web (CircuitBoardMedics).

[@Toolaholic7]

There is a spark plug change interval of 30,000 miles,Ford has it with the 3 valve engines and still break off.The Champion #7989 spark plugs,$25.00 a piece are highly recomended for the 3 valve triton engines since they are a one piece design

[@studpuppy69]

Great vid. I posted a video response hopefully it will be approved. Every job is different, someone below quoted $75.00 bucks. On my V6 Sonata, Hyundai dealer wanted 2.5 hours of labor to remove intake and replace plugs. Took me 3 hours to pull intake off, and 30 minutes to put it back together. After learning to pull it off, I am more confident I can pull it in an hour or less. My advice to everyone, Process of elimination! If it doesn't come off, whats holding it on? Find it, remove it, voila!

[@ivanmunoz9351]

thxs for great video. i did it myself and took me a while but save myself a few hundred bucks

[@redsmith882010]

It wasnt that bad, didnt agree with the way manifold was reinstalled.....but, video was a big help. And a previous comment on the 3800.....this was most definately easier!!!

[@bg9117]

Nice frickin shirt! Hillbilly! Great job using that air type torque wrench too. I gotta get me one of those!

[@jmar2295]

Using old stained ripped clothes when doing automobile work,Does Not= Hillbilly

[@gohunting13]

Thanks for sharing the video great job

[@estrelladelnorte1308]

no torque sequense? or torque specs for intake bolts?

[@tigman123]

Thanks this video was a huge help for me.

[@mimimigato]

excelent!!! very good , thanks!!! for this video

[@davidgoossen113]

I replaced my spark plugs with NRC Pluto-239 plugs and now my Ford Escape can power a small city.

[@jesamani75]

i thought the same before i bought my 2005 escape sport edition,but they're actually nice cars to drive,nice torque and hp for a v6 and not to bad on gas economy,just take this spark plug changing issue away and it's a nice car.

[@501cruz]

@littleddie39 it's probably your coil over plugs -- the things that are over your plugs-- they are about $70 a pop so you may want to have them tested.

[@ngzcaz]

I'm dreading this job... but when I do I know I'm going to change the rear coils as well as the plugs. I don't want a coil to fail after all this nonsense. Also changing the intake gaskets would be a worthwhile investment. No offense intended but I know I'll have to put paper towels to plug those intake holes while I'm fumbling around changing stuff lest I drop something in there.. It does seem doable ( if my back holds up that is )

[@RickyPisano]

Absolutely.

[@501cruz]

@littleddie39 it's probably your coil over plugs -- the things that are over your plugs-- they are about $70 a pop so you may want to have them tested before you buy them.

[@mindwarp12]

Thank you sir, worked like a charm!

[@Kopihucky]

Thanks for the help on this one.. I have a haynes manual that tells how, but does not go in depth on removing the intake. It reccomends replacing the gaskets once you have broken the seal.. do you agree?

[@BigDaddyJinx]

It's never a bad idea especially since those gaskets are like $12 or so. Worth it just to do it.

[@michaelmace924]

Damn, I really miss the straight 6 in my '73 Nove

[@steveo451]

good vid any word on the bolt sizes or special hand tools if needed? gonna do this weekend

[@hovanti]

The V6 Duratec engine, used on Ford Escapes and Mazda Tributes, has chains.

[@kriscoder]

I guess it will work on every V6 escape from 2003 to 2007.

[@tigertank88m]

It's really not all that bad to do, actually was more of a pain replacing the pcv valve than the plugs.

[@Joboy635]

the 2002 escape is exactly the same. my mechanic told me it would be $1,000 to replace coils and spark plugs. I did it myself. replaced coils and spark plugs for $400

[@Jubi316]

Never use an air tool on a plastic intake unless you have been doing it for years and I still don't recommend it I see a lot come back in with cracked intakes from using air tools !

[@kingart813]

FamilyMann i agree, however, in this video, you can tell he lowered the psi in his compressor to keep from making that mistake...

[@charlespatrick8650]

FamilyMann same with the spark plugs!

[@mrexecutive1]

Great Job! thanks gentleman.

[@heidihampson]

:P just got the $59 package from dealer - oil etc, and got a new battery. $1000 quote for everything that needs doing (brake pads and rotors, flush transmission, back-up lights (needed) replace fuel filter) Hard to know the line between what I can do and what I can trust! :P

[@studpuppy69]

@Broomballwilson Mine used a 14 MM socket. Go to auto parts store and buy spark plugs, they will tell you what you need for socket they use the spark plug to determine what you need. At Advance it was only .99 cents.

[@rrmech11]

What no torque sequence.????

[@charlespatrick8650]

Richard Gill yep, it's very specific and only 11 lb-ft for those 8 manifold bolts, same torque spec for the plugs, it's very little force, bet lots of people snap those bolts putting it back together

[@jsaucey1]

looks like a 6V engine, mine is a 4V and all I gotta do is take the plugs off, they're really easy to do...what this didn't show me is what the gap on the plugs is, guess I'll have to google it somewhere

[@mihaimay]

I replaced all 6 coils and plugs. Had a trouble code for 5 and 6. 2004 escape. Now it runs alot better but check engine light and codes for all cylinders. Aftermarket parts could be the problem. Does the pcm shut off the fuel injector for a bad valve/coil. I ran it for a while and then disconnected the battery to reset the computer. Still waiting to get new codes.

[@shanekumar3403]

I'm doing this job tommorrow morning reminds me of the mitsubishi magna but the magna had a iriduim spark plug rated to 100000 kms im surprised mazda doesn't have anything like that i was supplied with standard plugs

[@BarbaricaSkateboards]

taking out the whole engine takes a lot of time. and not only that but you have to drag out the transmission at times and slide everything back in. it could take hours or days to do that

[@Dabz2084]

even a 2009 chevy equinox has the same dilemma. i took out and changed the other 3 spark plugs from underneath the vehicle..with a lot of cussin' and bruises, i was successful. :)

[@nancyleemanzi]

I watched the video and have to say , I got scared also when all the plugs and tubes at back had to be removed.. At that point I said.." you lost me at hoses" LOL.. Wishing I had a brother that was mechanically capable... : (

[@anthonypriddy9026]

Excellent footage sir.. I've got a 2010 Milan, and been wanting to do this.. My stock engine has 123,000 miles on it, but the one thing that's holding me up on swapping the plugs is, what are the chances of the spark plugs stripping the threads out of the head, due to milage and what not.. Also, at what temperature is the engine when doing this swap? Thanks

[@freewill51]

@mradambeau 100%! If there is even a 2 inch hole open, I'll drop at least 1 socket in it.

[@RyanAlberts]

Thanks - great video!

[@bdclegacy]

Will this work on a 2005 escape

[@bbgcars]

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[@nico27004]

do the plugs break in these easy like they do in the ford trucks

[@falconsfan720]

what are the six green things on the intake that he points out to check to see if there cracked?

[@hom2fu]

what is the different between the v6 from driver side to passenger side and v6 from front to back (or rotate 90deg).

[@allent887]

the newer escapes a little more labor intensive, my intake did not want to budge without removing a ton of components

[@winnerchickendinner_]

Great Vid!

[@windperfect]

thanks, super helpful

[@XEminemXBoyX]

thanks malaka!

[@chrisb7551]

Great video as I'm going to have to tackle this challenge next week. I have one question though,,, should I be replacing those seals I'm seeing on the back side of the intake?? or is it kind of a "make an assessment" after seeing them?

[@RickyPisano]

If they aren't cracked or worn you'll be fine.