[mkc414]

Thanks 351

I changed the gas filter (improved the power and made it run smoother in general) and looked at the pcv valve (not much suction on either end). Checked all the spark plugs and found one with a reddish coloration and crack in it. That was the problem.

For newbies trying to do tune-ups I advise against that T-shaped "Spark plug wrench" with a bunch of flexible things, couldnt get anywhere with it. With a flexilbe socket wrench it was a breeze. Check engine light came on after replacing the 6th plug (the one that came on in the diagnstic) but the car runs fine.

The Ford place I took it last was mighty crooked. They charged me $60 for 6 spark plugs. These were the crappy kind with just one prong that would prob be like $2-3 normally.