How to replace Spark plugs on 2004-2006 Ford Ranger 3.0L

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In this episode we show you the step by step process, on how to replace spark plugs on a 2004 Ford Ranger with a 3.0L Engine. I speak about the location of each cylinder and where they connect on the coil. incase you accidentally removed all of the spark plug wires, and are a bit lost now, this video will put you back on track. We also cover how to gap the spark plugs. The different lengths of wires and where they go. Also, there is a section that youtube muted because i was using background music that was unfortunately copyrighted so i do apologize for the muted section.
Cylinder numbers
Spark plug Wire routing
coil numeration
gapping
gap
tool needed
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[@hankosaurus]

Very useful. Your narration and camera work are very good. I'm pretty sure my 2000 Ranger 3.0L will be easy to do now. Thanks a million for giving me the courage to tackle it.

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

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[@winnerscreed6767]

lost the audio at 18 min mark. Edit the volume came back at the 21 min mark. Also need to say this is the best video I have seen yet on how to do spark plugs and wires for this type of vehicle. I have a 2002 Mazda B3000 V6 and this is the same set up. That back passenger side plug is a bugger to get in and out. Thank you for taking the time to show all the steps needed to change the plugs and wires.

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Im sorry...I believe I had music in it that was causing me to be demonetized so youtube took it off....do you have a question about something??? I can try to help

[@winnerscreed6767]

@@EddiesCustomsandRestorations thank you for the fast reply on an older video. No questions, I was just wondering what happened to the sound. Sorry that KZbin is so strict about it.

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

@@winnerscreed6767 you're very welcome. And I treat all videos equally, I try to always respond to any questions people may have...but yes...unfortunately the music rules are very strict...

[@BobbyDeathboard]

Did I miss you removing the passenger side spark plugs? I cant figure out how to renove the rear passenger one. So tight!

[@Filterfinder]

Ford uses a Waste Spark system, there are only 3 Coils in the Coil pack, each coil sparks TWO spark plugs at the same time. 1 5 2 6 3 4 Are the match pairs that spark at the same time, their pistons are both at TDC at the same time, one on exhaust stroke the other on compression stroke. The spark happening on exhaust stroke is "wasted" so hence the name Waste Spark system To fire two spark plugs from one coil they need to be wired in Series, so............. One spark plug sparks from center to tip, normal spark The other sparks from tip to center, reverse spark This is why there are two spark plugs listed, one has platinum tip and the other a platinum center, so both are single platinum but reversed coatings This saved thousands of dollars when installing millions of spark plugs Double platinum is what you want to use if only buying 6 Or regular copper, not single platinum or one bank will wear out the same as regular copper. Not sure of current spark plug number for the 3.0l Vulcan The AGSF12PP was discontinued, the AGSF22PP was speced but I think it was too hot for the 3.0l, made it "pingy" for some users Autolite used to make the Motorcraft brand with Ford Specs, but Autolite was sold and I think Ford contracted NGK to make Motorcraft brand now but not sure

[@careditor]

gonna do it this weekend....

[@dansorrell4113]

Thank you

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Youre welcome 🙏

[@Filterfinder]

Call dealer with vehicle vin to get exact spark plug you need. SP413X is what my 06 3.0 Vulcan engine requires.

[@jamjohnson2023]

Very helpful, thank you very much.

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

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[@fordhamdonnington2738]

02:19 isn’t the gap no on a sheet taped under the hood?

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

In some cases. But for these specific plugs that were purchased, that is the specified gap

[@corbana4743]

Going to do my 2002 with only 40k due to age not miles . Many thanks

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Glad I could help. Please subscribe to help my channel grow. It would be a big help

[@argent2020]

My ford ranger edge 2005 3.0L V6 The Coil Pack is 1, 2, 3 just like you have it, but, 4, 6, 5

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Oh, well thank you very much for commenting. Will help others a lot

[@argent2020]

@@EddiesCustomsandRestorations Perhaps you can help me. My manual says the gap should be 44 - 46 but at the Autozone the guy told me 52 Which one?. Thanks

[@007jhagga]

@@argent2020 the manual. ..I gap mine to 44or 45.

[@argent2020]

@@007jhagga Yes. Take a look at the used spark plugs to see what gaps they have.

[@maritzamiranda8970]

What’s kind of socket is that? What socket set do you recommend for this specific car? Thank you

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Most of my tools are craftsman. Craftsman has always been a great tool for me. And im assuming you're asking about the spark plug deep socket.

[@maritzamiranda8970]

@@EddiesCustomsandRestorations I am doing this project with my big brother and he needs help. I’m doing my own research so thanks for the info. Yes, I’m talking about the deep socket. We are having trouble getting to the spark plug.

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

@@maritzamiranda8970 you're welcome. And we use a 5/8 spark plug deep socket. You can also use a 5 sided deep socket and put a piece of rubber hose inside of it that will help hold the spark plug inside the socket as you're pulling it out.

[@Antsthetic]

So I recently just changed spark plugs and wired on a 2004 3.0 ranger as well after running car, car started to run very bad and started shaking hard. And while giving it taps on accelerator make a clinking noise. We did pressure tests for fuel and make sure no valves were stuck open and backfiring. What can be the cause ?? HELP

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Clicking noise how? Can you give me more details as to how the clicking sounds or where it comes from. The area it comes from more less

[@Antsthetic]

@@EddiesCustomsandRestorations i couldn’t figure out the clinking noise due to me only hearing it going up to 40mph. But while it was in park and would give it some gas taps it would sound like a intake valve was stuck and would backfire. Bank 2 was running lean after the plugs were changed and we got some motor craft after and ran a little better. We changed the wires and coilpack and ran smoother but would still shake while in idle as if there were a misfire still.

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

@@Antsthetic a very badly collapsed lifter could be the cause or even a broken or loose rocker arm. See other videos on KZbin of these type of problems to compare the sounds and see if they sound like yours. Otherwise, without personally seeing it, thats my best guess. And to see if the lifter is collapsed, loose or broken rocker arm you would have to remove the valve cover to expose the rocker arms and inspect them that way.

[@franciscochavez5995]

Hello I hope you're doing well so I bought a 2002mazda b3000 3.0L I change the spark plugs and wires i crossed them wires wrong now it start sounds dead what could happen what part could be broken after

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Since the wires were crossed it may have backfired several times. And could have potentially damaged an intake component like the Mass air flow sensor for instance. But normally you should just be able to flip the wires correctly and vehicle should run just fine.

[@franciscochavez5995]

@@EddiesCustomsandRestorations i got the car running but the problem was the starter i hit it few times & it just started working fine

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

@@franciscochavez5995 oh then that means its gonna start to stick on you again more than likely. Also check the connections on the starter and make sure the solenoid post isnt broken. Ive seen those 2 problems where a one of the wires gets loose and when you hit it, the wire makes contact. If everything is good and tight then the starter is just starting to go bad already and i recommend you change it soon. It will leave you stranded at the worse time. Hitting it will work for a while but eventually it wont.

[@franciscochavez5995]

@@EddiesCustomsandRestorations thanks so much for your response

[@lawnmowerman4040]

@@EddiesCustomsandRestorations It’s great that you answer people shows you are a good person

[@HeatherNicoleCanyon]

Well I got a 2003 ford ranger edge.. ford company dont know firing order but when I started to change plugs it's all criss crossed as 5 is on ur coil at 2.. its according to engine vin .. wish all the rangers was the same😭 bought manual & still wrong as others stated on forum. I'm going to try ur way and will update u for an ranger edge.. cause theres no videos on the firing .. 3.0 v6.. I just wonder if it's the same.. let's do this whoohoo yep I'm a girl ha

[@insignia2543]

Couldn't you just have done one wire at a time and replaced each component the way it looked and was, but with new parts?

[@Filterfinder]

Ford uses a Waste Spark system, there are only 3 Coils in the Coil pack, each coil sparks TWO spark plugs at the same time. 1 5 2 6 3 4 Are the match pairs that spark at the same time, their pistons are both at TDC at the same time, one on exhaust stroke the other on compression stroke. The spark happening on exhaust stroke is "wasted" so hence the name Waste Spark system To fire two spark plugs from one coil they need to be wired in Series, so............. One spark plug sparks from center to tip, normal spark The other sparks from tip to center, reverse spark This is why there are two spark plugs listed, one has platinum tip and the other a platinum center, so both are single platinum but reversed coatings This saved thousands of dollars when installing millions of spark plugs Double platinum is what you want to use if only buying 6 Or regular copper, not single platinum or one bank will wear out the same as regular copper. Not sure of current spark plug number for the 3.0l Vulcan The AGSF12PP was discontinued, the AGSF22PP was speced but I think it was too hot for the 3.0l, made it "pingy" for some users Autolite used to make the Motorcraft brand with Ford Specs, but Autolite was sold and I think Ford contracted NGK to make Motorcraft brand now but not sure

[@Filterfinder]

Sp413x is motor craft copper replacement for this situation. Always call a dealership with vin to check recommend part if unsure.

[@jeremyrainwater2175]

I don't think you got everything correct. I haven't watched the whole video yet. But I'm confused already. .44 is the gap

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Yes that is correct .44 is the gap for this year range of ranger and engine

[@DS-ch5yd]

Are you even a mechanic?

[@EddiesCustomsandRestorations]

Yes, and also build classic cars. Do mechanical, electrical, Fabrication, welding, body work, paint and full assembly.