Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Ignition Coil-On-Plug

Material

Item Specification
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A or equivalent ESE-M1C171- A

Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Section.

3. Remove the RH ignition coil cover bolts and the cover.

Ignition Coil-On-Plug

4. Remove the ignition coils.

1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

2. Remove the ignition coils.

Ignition Coil-On-Plug

5. Remove the LH ignition coil cover bolts and the cover.

Ignition Coil-On-Plug

6. Remove the ignition coils.

1. Disconnect the connectors.

2. Remove the ignition coils.

Ignition Coil-On-Plug

7. NOTE: Verify that the ignition coil spring is correctly located inside the ignition coil boot and that there is no damage to the tip of the boot.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

  • Apply a light coat of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil boots.
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    Assembly
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