2003 Ford Windstar Firing Order

172,000 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
RMSUMMERS
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
i have had conflicting advice as to plug firing order will you help me?
Mar 28, 2017 at 7:23 AM
Advertisement
Avatar
CATAFINA
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 98 POSTS
Check out the diagrams below
Mar 28, 2017 at 7:43 AM
Avatar
CARADIODOC
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 34,414 POSTS
That diagram is correct. The firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
Mar 28, 2017 at 8:07 AM
Avatar
EVENTPHOTO100
  • MEMBER
  • 4 POSTS
Engine Performance problem Front Wheel Drive Automatic 170000 miles

need diagram or information showing how to attach spark plug wires back on the electronic distributor for a for Windstar 3.8 liter engine
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
STRAILER
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 55,694 POSTS
Hello, Here is the engine firing order or as some would call it the ignition coil wiring.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_ford_fo_2.jpg

Here are more diagrams that are larger (below) Please use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend. Cheers, Ken
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
LLONNIE
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
how do you get to the back plugs and wiring next to the firewall
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
SCHRIMPIEMAN
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 166 POSTS
If you cannot reach them by removing the air intake snorkel / air filter assembly, jack up the car and go at them from underneath the chassis with a loooong 3/8" drive extension and u-joint ratchet set.

I know it can be a pain...
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
XSTAMMIE
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
1998 Ford Windstar 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

Need firing order for 3.0 engine
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
RASMATAZ
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 75,988 POSTS


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fo_4.gif

6-Cyl Firing Order: 1 4 2 5 3 6
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
STOUTTROY
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
I was attempting to replace my ignition coil and come to find out the replacement was wrong,so I put the old one back in because it worked,just not well,and for some reason it did not wanna work at all,I believe I have gotten a couple wires mixed up,but I cannot remember the order to fix it properly.As well,once I did get it to turn over,I can only hear 4 cyl's running and it was burning rich...
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
RIVERMIKERAT
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 6,106 POSTS
Here is the engine ignition spark plug firing order. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers
Aug 20, 2019 at 12:29 PM (Merged)
Avatar
THOMAS REILLY
  • MEMBER
  • 1 POST
Engine Performance problem
2001 Ford Windstar Front Wheel Drive Automatic

what is the firing sequence please
Sep 28, 2020 at 3:54 AM (Merged)
Avatar
MERLIN2021
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 17,250 POSTS
Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/62217_FO_16.jpg

Sep 28, 2020 at 3:54 AM (Merged)

Suggested Repair

Reconnect the spark plug wires using firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 and the applicable coil or distributor diagram. If the rear plugs are hard to reach, remove the air intake and filter assembly or access them from underneath with a long extension and universal joint.

Conversation Summary

Owners of Ford Windstar six-cylinder engines asked for the correct spark plug firing order and wire routing after conflicting advice and mixed-up wires. Experts consistently identified the order as 1-4-2-5-3-6 and referred to diagrams for the coil or distributor connections. One reply also suggested reaching the firewall-side plugs by removing the air intake assembly or working from underneath.

Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle