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1997 Ford Expedition Spark plug/coil

Tiny
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  • 1997 FORD EXPEDITION
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  • 165,000 MILES
I have a 97 Expedition, and the #3 spark plug has fouled. The problem is that the rubber piece on the bottom of the coil is broken off. Is this fixable? I have had a couple of people try to remove it, with no luck. I need to replace the catalytic converter, but don't want to spend the money if the plug/coil is not repairable. Thanks, Jenn
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Monday, May 11th, 2009 AT 1:05 PM

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Tiny
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Jenn,
Are you refering to the rubber boot that goes over the spark plug? If so, yes they are replaceable.

Let me know.

Joe
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Thursday, May 14th, 2009 AT 12:43 PM
Tiny
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It is the boot, however the boot is broken off. There is about an inch or two (I'm guessing because I cannot really see it that well) of the boot left attached to the plug. I cannot get that piece off/out.
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Thursday, May 14th, 2009 AT 1:27 PM
Tiny
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Are you able to get an knife in there to cut out the old boot? If cut at least enough to remove the spark plug?
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Friday, May 15th, 2009 AT 10:01 AM
Tiny
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We have cut it to try to get a grip on it better, but are still unable to get it. Cannot get past it to the plug.
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Friday, May 15th, 2009 AT 1:59 PM
Tiny
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You will need to get a long pair of needle nose plyers that can reach down in to get a bit one it and try to rip it off.
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Friday, May 15th, 2009 AT 10:19 PM
Tiny
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Ok, I will give a shot. Thanks for your help. Wish me luck. Lol
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Saturday, May 16th, 2009 AT 11:11 AM

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