Video: How to replace spark plugs Ford Escape Hybrid
 

Hello,

I am new in this forum and also this is my first video to help other guys that are looking step by step How to replace the spark plugs (Escape Hybrid 2008).

Re: Video: How to replace spark plugs Ford Escape Hybrid
 

Nice job on that! Concise and easy to follow.

I'm about to change the fuel filter so I'll look for your video on that.

Re: Video: How to replace spark plugs Ford Escape Hybrid
 

Thanks!!! econoline!!! I believe the video (Fuel Filter Replacement) will be ready tonight!

Thanks again for your comments.

Re: Video: How to replace spark plugs Ford Escape Hybrid
 

Nice job

Re: Video: How to replace spark plugs Ford Escape Hybrid
 

Great video...I would suggest using anti-seize on the plug threads.

Re: Video: How to replace spark plugs Ford Escape Hybrid
 

I doubt if you'd believe me but look up the use of anti-seize on spark plugs and you'll see a bulletin from NGK on the subject although some manufacture's have no comment on its use.

Re: Video: How to replace spark plugs Ford Escape Hybrid
 

You are correct...NGK advises against the use of anti-seize on plugs with nickel or zinc plating:


Anti-Seize Compounds on Spark Plug Threads
Topic
The use of anti-seize compounds on spark plug threads that have a metal shell
plating (i.e. Zinc or Nickel plating).
Issue
Applying anti-seize to the threads of spark plugs that have a metal plating allows the installer to mistakenly over-tighten the spark plug in the cylinder head; This stretches and fatigues the threads of the spark plugs, causing a much higher probability that the plug will break during installation or in some cases upon removal.
Example of 10mm thread spark plug broken during installation due to the use of anti-seize leading
to over-tightening. (Note that plug gasket has been completely compressed, anti-seize can be seen
on threads, and the break is in the direction of tightening).
Solution
For spark plugs with special metal plating simply do not use anti-seize on initial
Installation; All NGK Spark Plugs are manufactured with a special trivalent Zinc-chromate shell plating that is designed to prevent both corrosion and seizure to the cylinder head; Thus eliminating the need for any thread compounds or lubricants.
Additional Information
NGK recommends only using spark plugs with metal plating on all aluminum head applications to prevent damage to the head and plug. Metal shell plating acts as a “lubricant” which breaks away from the main body of the spark plug during removal, preventing damage to the spark plug and or threads in the cylinder head.