Section 03-07A: Ignition, Distributor
1994 Mustang Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Ignition Wires

 
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S) REQUIRED
Description Tool Number
Spark Plug Wire Remover T74P-6666-A

 

Removal

  1. When removing ignition wires from spark plugs (12405) , use Spark Plug Wire Remover T74P-6666-A. Grasp and twist the spark plug boot side-to-side on spark plug insulator to free boot. Use special tool to pull ignition wire spark plug boot from spark plug . Do not pull on ignition wire directly, or the wire may become separated from connector inside boot.



     CAUTION: Do not pull on wire.

  1. When removing ignition wires from distributor cap (12106) or ignition coil (12029) , grasp boot by hand and remove with twisting and pulling motion.
 

Installation

  1. Whenever an ignition wire is removed from a spark plug , ignition coil or distributor cap , or a new ignition wire is installed, use Silicone Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (in Canada, Motorcraft WA-10) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A on the inside of the boot before it is reconnected. With a small clean tool, coat entire interior surface of boot with Silicone Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A (in Canada, Motorcraft WA-10) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M1C171-A.
  1. Insert each ignition wire on proper terminal of distributor cap . Ensure ignition wires are properly seated on the terminals. The No. 1 terminal is identified on distributor cap .
  1. Install ignition wires starting with No. 1 terminal.
  1. Remove ignition wire separators (12297) from ignition wire set and install them on new set in same relative position. Install ignition wire separators on valve covers (6582) .
  1. Connect ignition wires to proper spark plugs .
  1. Install ignition wire onto ignition coil .