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paul1901




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(Msg. 1) Posted: Thu Aug 04, 2011 1:56 am
Post subject: Spark Plug Torque

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/spark-plug-torque-99-lincoln-32V-ftopict203385.html (spark plug torque for 99 lincoln 5.4 32V)
Can anyone verify the correct torque for spark plugs in a 99 navigator 5.4 32v? I've found conflicting information and would like to verify with a reliable publication. Thanks in advance. skimmer
« Skimmer, The answer you are looking for is 15 ft. lbs. of torque on your spark plugs IAW the workshop Manual on Fords website. Which is updated with the LATEST information. Ford Tech »
« Thanks, My helm book showed 7.5 ft lbs / 89 in lbs / 10 Nm. My torque wrench is about 18 inches long. When it clicked over at 89, it didn't even feel like the plug seated so I went on about an 8th .. »
« Skimmer, I hate to tell you this, but you need to break them loose and retorque them. You have to make sure they are torqued correctly, otherwise they can work loose and blow out, and that isnt an.. »
« in article says... The Helm book is basically the Factory manual. Haynes and Chilton are a cheap after market book. I have used both and they were very poor except for very basic things. -- I.. »

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/Spark-plug-torque-ftopict207221.html (Spark plug torque ?)
Hi All, I have a 01-GMC 1500 4X4 5.3 ltr. and I'm planning to change the plugs on. Can anyone post the spark plug torque value in ft' lbe for me? Also if anti seize is used does one subtract from the reading? thanks in advance !! Dean
« GM's dealer SI quotes 11 ft lbs of torque. Seems a bit low though. ----------------- TheSnoMan.com »
« I personally torque them at 20 foot lbs. and absolutely apply anitseize compound. And don't forget to apply dielectric grease to the wire boots b4 installing them on the plugs. James »
« This is not a bad idea if for no other reason than to help prevent the boots from becoming stuck on plugs with time. Any silicone grease will work well for this. In a pinch you can even use silicone.. »

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/Spark-plug-torque-96-Rodeo-ftopict227754.html (Spark plug torque for '96 Rodeo, 3.2?)
Here at work, getting ready to change plugs(um, first time too... 165K*g* oops) and the manual's at home. Being that it's an aluminum head, don't want to over torque. What should it be? Also, any recommendation on plugs to use? I bought some Bosch platinum, but was just reading on a site that,..
« "43fan" wrote in '98 the book calls for 14 ft lbs on the spark plugs. if you dont have a torque wrench that is accurate at that low of a setting, then run the plugs in hand tight, then tighten an.. »
« Just wanted to add... I tighten just until the compression gasket collapses. You'll feel it in the wrench as you run it down... it will tighten a little as the gasket makes contact, then loosen qui.. »

http://Toyota.autoboardz.com/Spark-plug-torque-2003-Buick-Century-liter-ftopict249832.html (Spark plug torque on 2003 Buick Century, V-6, 3.1 liter)
What is the torque for the spark plug on 2003 Buick Century V-6, 3.1 liter Thanks, Ziggie
« 13 lb-ft »

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