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Old 07-16-2006, 09:00 PM   #1
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96 Taurus 3.0 plug wire order!

My father inlaw just changed the plugs and wires on his 96 wagon. now it runs worse. I just need the correct fireing order and cylinder location. Thanks for any help.
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Old 07-16-2006, 11:08 PM   #2
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Re: 96 Taurus 3.0 plug wire order!

The the firing order is 1-4-2-5-3-6. Cylinder 1 will be the cylinder nearest the belt on the back side of the engine (near the firewall).

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Old 07-17-2006, 07:40 AM   #3
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Re: 96 Taurus 3.0 plug wire order!

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Re: 96 Taurus 3.0 plug wire order!

Here's a link you may find helpful.

http://www.autozone.com/servlet/UiBr...3d801aef23.jsp
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Old 07-20-2006, 11:59 PM   #5
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Re: 96 Taurus 3.0 plug wire order!

Thanks for the help guys. I was able to tell him over the phone and didnt have to drive all the way there at 3.15 a gallon.
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