2006 Ford Fusion SE

2006 ENGINE Engine Ignition - 2.3L - Fusion & Milan

2006 ENGINE

Engine Ignition - 2.3L - Fusion & Milan

SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item Specification
Lubricants and Chemicals
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric
ESE-M1C171-A
Compound XG-3-A
Engine Ignition
1.25-1.35 mm (0.049-
Spark plug gap
0.053 in)
Spark plug 6M8G-12405-BB
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Description Nm lb-ft lb-in
Ignition coil-on-plug bolts 10 - 89
Spark plugs 12 9 -
Generator inlet duct 6 - 53

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

ENGINE IGNITION

The electronic ignition (El) system is a coil-on-plug ignition system. The coil-on-
plug ignition system consists of the:

Coil-on-plug.

Spark plugs.

Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.

Camshaft position (CMP) sensor.
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The coil-on-plugs:

Change low voltage signals from the powertrain control module (PCM) to high
voltage pulses.

Produce the high voltage pulses to the spark plugs.

Are connected directly to each spark plug.
The spark plugs:

Change high voltage pulses into a spark which ignites the fuel and air mixture.
The CKP sensor:

Is a variable reluctance sensor.

Is triggered by a 36-minus-l tooth trigger wheel mounted on the crankshaft.

Provides base timing and crankshaft speed (RPM) to the PCM.

The CMP sensor:

Is a Hall-effect sensor.

Provides camshaft rotational location information to the PCM.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
ENGINE IGNITION

Refer to the INTRODUCTION - GASOLINE article.

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ENGINE IGNITION COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW

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Fig. 1: Engine Ignition Components - Exploded View

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

1. For additional information, refer to the appropriate procedure.

IGNITION COIL-ON-PLUG

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
Item Specification
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound XG- ESE-M1C171-
3-A A
Removal and Installation

1. Remove the 2 nuts, the bolt and the generator air inlet duct.
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To install, tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

Fig. 2: Locating Nuts, Bolt And Generator Air Inlet Duct

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
2. Disconnect the 4 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight

twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

3. Remove the 4 bolts and the ignition coil-on-plugs.

To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside of the ignition coil-
on-plug boots before attaching to the spark plugs.
SPARK PLUGS

MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
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Item Specification
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound XG- ESE-M1C171-
3-A A
Removal

1. Remove the 2 nuts, the bolt and the generator air inlet duct.

Fig. 3: Locating Nuts, Bolt And Generator Air Inlet Duct

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

2. Disconnect the 4 ignition coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight

twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

3. Remove the 4 bolts and the ignition coil-on-plugs.

CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing

the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the
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cylinder head or spark plug.

NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material in

the spark plug well before removing the spark plugs.

4. Remove the 4 spark plugs.

Installation

1. Inspect the spark plugs.

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Fig. 4: Inspecting Spark Plugs

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

2. Adjust the spark plug gap as necessary.

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Fig. 5: Identifying Spark Plug Gap

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing

the spark plugs, or damage can occur to the
cylinder head or spark plug.

3. Install the spark plugs.

Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

NOTE: Apply a small amount of dielectric grease to the inside

of the ignition coil-on-plug boots before attaching to the
spark plugs.

4. Install the 4 ignition coils and bolts.

Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

5. Connect the 4 ignition coil electrical connectors.

6. Install the generator air inlet duct and the 2 nuts and the bolt.

Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).

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Fig. 6: Locating Nuts, Bolt And Generator Air Inlet Duct

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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