2002 Ford Escort Spark Plugs

NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are specifically designed for the performance enthusiast. Iridium IX provides outstanding acceleration, high fuel efficiency and durability. NGK Iridium IX plugs offer extreme ignitability and exceptional anti-fouling. Tapered cut ground electrode provides improved starting, idling and throttle response. The Iridium fine wire center electrode’s durability is six times harder than platinum. Iridium alloy’s extremely high melting point is perfect for today’s engines. For even greater performance consider upgrading to an NGK Ruthenium HX plug.

Product Features:

• SINGLE IRIDIUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter iridium tip center electrode ensures high durability and a consistently stable spark
• IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
• TAPERED CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduced quenching design produces outstanding ignitability, improved acceleration, fuel efficiency and durability
• SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
• TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Modified or high performance applications, or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
• Outstanding Acceleration and High Fuel Efficiency: NGK Iridium IX spark plugs are engineered to deliver superior acceleration and enhance fuel efficiency, making them ideal for performance enthusiasts.
• Extreme Ignitability and Anti-Fouling: These spark plugs offer exceptional ignitability and anti-fouling properties, ensuring reliable performance and longevity.

The Iridium Power Spark Plug, featuring the world’s smallest 0.4mm Iridium Center Electrode, delivers unmatched spark energy for maximum combustion efficiency. Engineered with a patented 360-degree laser welding assembly process, it ensures durability and precision under extreme conditions. The U-groove and taper-cut ground electrode design optimizes flame propagation, enhancing horsepower, fuel efficiency, and overall engine performance. With the ability to withstand temperatures exceeding 4000 Deg F and burnished nickel plating for superior corrosion resistance, this spark plug is built for longevity. Requiring 5,000 volts less to fire compared to conventional plugs, it guarantees reliable starts, fewer misfires under heavy loads, and consistent performance even in demanding environments. Designed with a tapered seat type for a secure fit, it is compatible with a wide range of vehicles, including classic and collector cars. Experience the superior performance and efficiency of the DENSO Iridium Power Spark Plug, a perfect choice for those seeking enhanced engine power and reliability.

Product Features:

• World’s smallest Iridium Center Electrode (0.4mm) for improved spark for maximum combustion
• Patented 360-degree laser welding assembly process
• U-groove and taper cut ground electrode to maximize flame propagation.
• Withstands temperatures greater than 4000 degree Fahrenheit
• Burnished nickel plating for high temperature endurance and superior corrosion resistance
• Wide range of part numbers for thousands of applications, including classic and collector cars
• Iridium Power
• Superior Performance: This spark plug requires 5,000 volts less to fire compared to conventional spark plugs, providing maximum performance even under extreme conditions.
• Enhanced Horsepower and Efficiency: Experience more horsepower, faster and easier starts, fewer misfires under heavy loads, and improved fuel efficiency with the DENSO Iridium Power spark plug.
• Tapered Seat Type: Designed with a tapered seat type, the DENSO Iridium Power spark plug ensures a secure fit and optimal performance.

The Champion Double Platinum Power spark plug is engineered for enhanced durability and performance, making it a premium choice for reliable ignition. Featuring a fine-wire platinum center electrode and a platinum pad ground electrode, this spark plug ensures greater wear resistance and sharper spark focus for consistent power delivery. The innovative Heat-Active alloy allows the electrodes to maintain optimal operating temperatures under all engine loads, ensuring stable performance in demanding conditions. Its V-trimmed ground electrode design promotes precise spark focus, while the resistor type construction minimizes electrical interference. Designed as a standard replacement with a tapered seat type, this spark plug offers seamless compatibility and easy installation. Whether you’re seeking improved ignitability or long-lasting performance, this spark plug delivers exceptional value and reliability for your vehicle.

Product Features:

• Double Platinum Power – Premium Spark Plug. More Powerful Performance.
• Platinum center and ground electrode for greater wear resistance
• Maintains stable operating temperature under all engine loads
• Fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability
• V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
• Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature

The Spark Plugs are the product of years of fundamental research in the combustion field. The unique patented electrode configuration of these new The spark plugs increases the amount of combustion pressure created during each power stroke of an engine, which results in a marked increase in power output, fuel economy, and reduced emissions in all gasoline engines. E3.74 is a 14mm, 1.000 reach plug with a taper seat. It fits a wide variety of late model applications, especially Ford applications. The automotive plugs have three legs securing the Diamond FIRE electrode to the shell. This allows for excellent heat transfer, and helps to create more turbulence in the cylinder. The patented Diamond FIRE side wire is proven to increase power, reduce fuel consumption and improve hydrocarbon emissions in long-term use.

Product Features:

• E3’s Diamond Fire edge to edge ground electrode provides maximum performance with increased efficiency and a faster more complete burn
• Smoother Acceleration & Idle – The faster flame initiated by the spark plug results in a more complete burn of the ingested fuel charge. More pressure is created against the piston more fuel is put to work
• Energy – Power output improved up to 6% on average in the typical operating ranges. Results will vary.
• Efficiency – The “diamond shaped” side wire electrode projects the combustion spark in a way that more quickly ignites the air/fuel mixture, thereby creating a significantly faster and larger flame kernel. The result is that more fuel is put to work durin
• E3’s patented Diamond Fire Technology provides a cleaner burning combustion, which translates into fuel savings and reduced engine carbon deposits
• The Spark Plugs are pre-gapped at the factory and cannot be adjusted.
• Enhanced Heat Transfer: Three legs securing the Diamond FIRE electrode to the shell ensure excellent heat transfer and create more turbulence in the cylinder.
• Wide Compatibility: The E3.74 spark plug is a 14mm, 1.000 reach plug with a taper seat, fitting a wide variety of late model applications, especially Ford vehicles.
• Eco-Friendly Performance: Proven to reduce fuel consumption and improve hydrocarbon emissions, contributing to a cleaner environment.
• Long-Term Efficiency: The Diamond FIRE side wire is designed for long-term use, maintaining increased power and reduced fuel consumption over time.

NGK G-Power Platinum spark plugs are the best single platinum spark plugs at an economical price. G-Power plugs feature a fine wire platinum center electrode and a trapezoidal cut ground electrode that offers increased durability, improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, faster starts and quicker acceleration over conventional nickel spark plugs. An excellent upgrade for vehicles which used nickel alloy spark plugs originally. For better performance consider upgrading to a NGK Iridium IX plug. For even greater performance consider upgrading to a NGK RUTHENIUM HX plug.

Product Features:

• SINGLE PLATINUM TIP: Fine wire 0.6 millimeter platinum tip center electrode ensures improved durability and a consistently stable spark
• PLATINUM ALLOY: G-Power platinum provides exceptional value with increased performance and longer service intervals than factory nickel plugs
• TRAPEZOIDAL CUT GROUND ELECTRODE: Reduces quenching design produces improved ignitability and performance
• SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
• COLD-ROLLED THREADS: Prevents cross-threading and damage to cylinder heads
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Lower cost alternative to double precious metal spark plugs or as an upgrade to OE nickel alloy spark plugs
• Enhanced Vehicle Performance: Experience faster starts and quicker acceleration compared to conventional nickel spark plugs, making it an excellent upgrade for vehicles originally using nickel alloy spark plugs.
• Economical Upgrade: NGK G-Power Platinum spark plugs provide a cost-effective solution for upgrading your vehicle’s spark plugs without compromising on quality.
• Compatibility and Versatility: Ideal for a wide range of vehicles, these spark plugs are a perfect fit for those looking to replace their nickel alloy spark plugs with a more durable and efficient option.

Champion Platinum Power spark plugs are engineered to deliver exceptional performance and durability, making them an ideal choice for maintaining your vehicle’s peak efficiency. Featuring a platinum center electrode, these spark plugs ensure long-lasting reliability and consistent performance. The fine-wire center electrode enhances ignitability, while the V-trimmed ground electrode sharpens spark focus for improved combustion. Constructed with the exclusive Heat-Active alloy, these plugs quickly reach and maintain optimal operating temperatures, ensuring smooth engine operation under various conditions. The platinum-tipped center wire resists wear and helps maintain the proper gap specification throughout the plug’s lifespan, reducing the need for frequent replacements. Designed as a standard replacement with a tapered seat type, these spark plugs are compatible with a wide range of vehicles. With a nickel ground electrode tip and integrated resistor, they provide dependable performance and value, making them a smart investment for any driver seeking powerful and efficient ignition.

Product Features:

• Platinum Power- Premium Spark Plug. Powerful Performance.
• Platinum center electrode for long life
• Fine-wire center electrode for greater ignitability
• V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
• Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature
• Platinum tipped center wire resists wear and helps to maintain proper gap spec over life of the plug

ACDelco Gold (Professional) RAPIDFIRE Spark Plugs are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. These RAPIDFIRE Single Platinum Performance Spark Plugs are designed for everyday use and are a high quality replacement for many vehicles on the road today. These premium aftermarket spark plugs have high-quality suppressors that help prevent misfiring, an improved plug to boot seal, and a pure copper core for greater durability. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. ACDelco Gold (Professional) parts are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function, making them a smart choice for General Motors vehicles, as well as most makes and models, including special applications. These high-quality parts are backed by General Motors. Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:

• Solid state suppressor, with two-piece glass and brass seal, can help reduce radio frequency interference, regulates spark energy for long electrode life, and helps protect against high combustion pressures
• Pure copper core provides great heat transfer and helps maximize plug durability
• Platinum on center electrode enables superior spark characteristics and can reduce voltage requirements of the ignition system
• Ribless insulator helps optimize plug to boot seal
• Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
• Premium aftermarket replacement part
• Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models

The Platinum Spark Plug is expertly crafted to deliver enhanced durability and performance for older engine applications. Featuring a platinum center electrode firing tip, it ensures quicker firing, smoother starts, and improved fuel efficiency while resisting gap erosion for a longer service life. Its high alumina ceramic insulator provides superior thermal conductivity and insulation, boosting strength and reliability under demanding conditions. The multi-rib insulator design prevents flash-over, ensuring consistent performance, while the nickel-plated shell offers exceptional corrosion resistance for extended durability. With a mid-projection standard electrode design and a tapered seat type, this performance-grade spark plug is built to meet the needs of discerning drivers. Whether you’re seeking better acceleration or reliable ignition, this spark plug delivers value and dependability with every drive.

Product Features:

• Engineered with a platinum firing tip that prevents gap erosion for longer service life.
• Its high alumina ceramic insulator provides thermal conductivity and superior insulation for increased strength.
• The multi-rib insulator prevents flash-over.
• Designed with a nickel-plated shell that is corrosion resistant to provide increased durability for extended life.
• Built with a mid-projection standard electrode design to optimize ignition performance and support smoother engine starts.

The Iridium TT Spark Plug combines the durability of an OE-style plug with the power and torque of high-performance engineering, making it a standout choice for automotive enthusiasts. Featuring a 0.4mm Iridium center electrode – the world’s smallest diameter – it maximizes firing potential, while the 0.7mm needle tip ground electrode enhances spark energy and minimizes heat quenching. Built with DENSO’s patented Iridium-Rhodium alloy formula, it boasts the highest concentration of Iridium for unmatched durability, even under extreme conditions exceeding 4000 Deg F. The 360-degree laser welding process ensures a robust bond and structural integrity, delivering consistent performance. Designed with a tapered seat type for a secure fit, this spark plug not only enhances fuel economy and reduces emissions but also offers the capability to drive around the Earth over four times with improved efficiency. For those seeking reliability, endurance, and peak performance, this spark plug is engineered to meet the highest standards of automotive excellence.

Product Features:

• 0.4mm Iridium Center Electrode: World’s Smallest Diameter that maximizes firing potential
• 0.7mm Needle Tip Ground Electrode: Promotes higher spark energy and less heat quenching
• DENSO Patented Optimized Iridium-Rhodium Alloy Formula: Highest concentration of Iridium vs. competitors for greater durability
• DENSO Patented 360 degree laser welding process: Ensuring exceptional quality bond and structural strength with the Iridium Center Electrode
• Durability of an OE style plug combined with Power and Torque of high performance.
• Withstands temperatures greater than 4000 degree Fahrenheit
• Iridium TT
• Enhanced Fuel Economy and Lower Emissions: Drive around the Earth over 4 times with improved fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
• Tapered Seat Type: Ensures a secure fit and optimal performance, tailored to meet the highest standards of automotive engineering.

The Double Platinum Spark Plug is engineered for exceptional durability and performance, making it a top choice for distributor-less ignition system (DIS) engines. Featuring a platinum-to-platinum design, it minimizes gap erosion and reduces misfires, ensuring a longer service life compared to copper and standard platinum plugs. Its yttrium-enhanced ground electrode delivers superior heat transfer, allowing it to withstand high temperatures and pressures for extended durability. The high alumina ceramic insulator optimizes thermal conductivity and dielectric strength, while the multi-rib insulator prevents flash-over for reliable operation. With a mid-projection center electrode and tapered seat type, this performance-grade spark plug is designed to deliver consistent ignition and efficiency. Both the center and ground electrode tips are crafted from platinum, ensuring robust functionality and longevity. Ideal for those seeking enhanced reliability and superior performance, this spark plug is built to meet the demands of modern engines.

Product Features:

• Engineered with a platinum-to-platinum design that prevents gap erosion, extending the life of the spark plug.
• The yttrium-Enhanced Ground Electrode delivers superior heat transfer that delivers more durability under high temps and pressure for greater life.
• Its high alumina ceramic insulator provides optimum thermal conductivity and dielectric strength.
• The multi-rib insulator prevents flash-over.
• Designed with a mid-projection center electrode and tapered seat type to ensure consistent ignition and improved engine efficiency.

Motorcraft Spark Plugs are engineered to deliver exceptional performance and reliability, making them the ideal choice for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. Designed with platinum center and ground electrode tips, these spark plugs ensure enhanced durability, resistance to oxidation, and arc erosion, while optimizing emissions and reducing fuel consumption. The tapered seat type guarantees an exact fit, eliminating misfires and providing smooth engine operation. With service intervals of up to 100,000 miles, these spark plugs are built to last, offering long-term value and confidence. Featuring a multi-rib insulator for added protection against misfires and backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty, they are crafted from high-quality materials to meet strict Ford engineering standards. Whether you’re maintaining your original equipment or upgrading for reliable performance, Motorcraft Spark Plugs are the trusted solution to keep your vehicle running efficiently while preventing false check engine lights.

Product Features:

• Motorcraft spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption and optimize emissions.
• Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty
• Exact fit for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles
• Resistant to oxidation and arc erosion.
• Multi-rib insulator protects against misfire.
• Service intervals of up to 100,000 miles.
• Motorcraft Spark Plugs are designed with high quality materials to provide reliable performance for almost any application.
• Motorcraft Spark Plugs are what was in the vehicle when it was manufactured
• Motorcraft ignition components help prevent false check engine lights.

ACDelco GM Original Equipment Iridium Spark Plugs are designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors. They are our latest in spark plug technology and an exact replacement for your vehicle’s original components. Iridium composition provides a high melting point and great strength, and provides excellent wear resistance and durability. ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are the true OE parts installed during the production of or validated by General Motors for GM vehicles. Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:

• Iridium is the latest in spark plug technology and is an exact replacement for vehicles’ original components
• Iridium composition provides a high melting point and great strength, helps to provide excellent wear resistance and durability
• Iridium offers excellent engine idle stability, reliable cold starting, quick acceleration and smooth performance
• Three Piece Fired in Suppressor seal meters spark energy for long electrode life, helps prevent combustion leakage and helps block radio frequencies that can affect vehicle electronics
• Iridium plugs are laser-welded which provides precision welds, reduces excess debris and wear rate, thus increasing durability
• Some ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts may have formerly appeared as GM Genuine Parts (OE) or ACDelco Professional
• ACDelco GM Original Equipment parts are designed, engineered and tested to rigorous standards, and are backed by General Motors.
• GM Engineers design and validate OE parts specifically for your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle
• GM regularly updates production and service part designs to integrate new materials and technologies

Autolite has over 100 years of engineering experience and has sold over 11 billion plugs. Designed and engineered in the USA, the Autolite Iridium XP spark plugs feature an iridium-enhanced 0.6mm finewire design and patented platinum sidewire technology to provide better overall durability and a more focused ignition for enhanced ignitability and performance. Features double Iridium-enhanced alloy technology center electrode for improved durability and wear resistance.

Product Features:

• 0.6 mm finewire design improves ignitability
• Patented V-trimmed platinum sidewire technology resists wear
• OE equivalent design is engineered for every engine
• Designed for better overall durability with virtually no gap erosion
• Double Iridium-Enhanced Alloy Technology Center Electrode: Improves durability and wear resistance for a longer-lasting spark plug.
• Designed and Engineered in the USA: Ensures high-quality manufacturing and engineering standards.
• Tapered Seat Type: Ensures a secure fit and optimal performance in compatible engines.

ACDelco Gold (Professional) Double Platinum Spark Plug are a high quality alternative to Original Equipment (OE) parts. With a copper core and double platinum pads on the center electrode, these plugs are designed to deliver long-lasting performance. These premium aftermarket replacement spark plugs are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function. ACDelco Gold (Professional) parts are manufactured to meet your expectations for fit, form, and function, making them a smart choice for General Motors vehicles, as well as most makes and models, including special applications. These high-quality parts are backed by General Motors. Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional.

Product Features:

• One-piece, fired-in suppressor seal blends three glass types for a gas-tight seal that helps reduce radio frequency and engine interference, regulate spark plug energy, and protect against compression pressures for long life
• Double platinum point pad on center and ground electrode offer excellent durability and consistent voltage demands to help reduce wear on ignition system
• Pure copper core results in cooler electrode temperature for maximized durability and fouling resistance
• Some ACDelco Gold parts may have formerly appeared as ACDelco Professional
• Premium aftermarket replacement part
• Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function for General Motors vehicles as well as most makes and models

Double Platinum Spark Plug PT16VR13 is engineered to meet the highest OE performance, durability, and emissions standards, ensuring optimal compatibility and efficiency for your vehicle. Featuring OE-grade platinum on both the center and ground electrodes, this spark plug delivers sustained spark performance for over 60,000 miles, reducing secondary required voltage and boosting ignition efficiency. Its premium shell construction with machine-rolled threads enhances durability, while superior thermal conductivity ensures reliable operation under demanding conditions. Designed with a tapered seat type, it provides a secure fit and improved combustion efficiency, making it a trusted choice for reducing shop comebacks and satisfying customers. Built for long-lasting performance, this double platinum spark plug is the ideal solution for maintaining your vehicle’s peak performance.

Product Features:

• OE grade platinum on both center and ground electrodes
• Premium shell construction with machine-rolled threads
• Superior thermal conductivity
• Sustained spark performance over 60,000 miles
• Reduced secondary required voltage, increased ignition efficiency
• Satisfied customers, reduced shop comebacks
• Double Platinum
• OE Performance: Designed to meet original equipment (OE) performance standards for optimal vehicle compatibility and efficiency.
• Tapered Seat Type: Equipped with a tapered seat type for a secure fit and improved combustion efficiency.

NGK Laser Platinum spark plugs provide high ignitability and longer service life compared to conventional nickel spark plugs. Laser Platinum plugs are tested to the highest standards to ensure quality and durability. Engineered specifically for OE applications. Laser platinum plugs provide stable idling, superior anti-fouling, improved fuel efficiency and lower emissions. High-grade pure alumina ceramic and 98% pure copper core prevents spark plug from overheating and provides reliable starts. Most Laser Platinum spark plugs feature a platinum pad on the ground electrode for even wear in distributor less ignition systems.

Product Features:

• ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction fine wire platinum alloy center electrode provides consistent performance
• PLATINUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Longer wearing and higher temperature resistance compared to traditional nickel spark plugs
• PLATINUM TIP GROUND ELECTRODE: Unless OE specified, platinum protection at the ground electrode provides excellent ignitability and service life
• SOLID COPPER CORE: 98% pure copper core offers superior heat dissipation, conductivity and ultra wide heat ranges
• TRIVALENT METAL PLATING: Delivers superior anti-corrosion and anti-seizing properties, ensuring ease of installation and removal
• RECOMMENDED USAGE: Best for vehicles with OE fine wire platinum alloy plugs

Motorcraft Spark Plugs are original equipment on Ford Motor Company vehicles, engineered to meet strict Ford engineering standards for performance and reliability. These spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption, and optimize emissions. They are resistant to oxidation and arc erosion, feature a multi-rib insulator to protect against misfire, and offer service intervals of up to 100,000 miles. Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty, these spark plugs are an exact fit for Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles and are designed with high-quality materials to provide reliable performance for almost any application. Motorcraft ignition components also help prevent false check engine lights, ensuring confidence and peace of mind.

Product Features:

• Motorcraft spark plugs are matched to specific engines to provide enhanced durability, eliminate misfires, reduce fuel consumption and optimize emissions.
• Backed by Motorcraft’s Service Parts Warranty
• Exact fit for Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles
• Resistant to oxidation and arc erosion.
• Multi-rib insulator protects against misfire.
• Service intervals of up to 100,000 miles.
• Motorcraft Spark Plugs are designed with high quality materials to provide reliable performance for almost any application.
• Motorcraft Spark Plugs are what was in the vehicle when it was manufactured
• Motorcraft ignition components help prevent false check engine lights.
• Engineered for Ford Vehicles: Original equipment on Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, ensuring an exact fit and optimal performance.

The Champion Iridium Spark Plug is engineered for maximum performance and longevity, making it a premium choice for your vehicle. Featuring a fine-wire iridium center electrode and a platinum-enhanced ground electrode, this spark plug ensures sharper spark focus and greater ignitability for optimal engine efficiency. The V-trimmed ground electrode design promotes precise spark delivery, while the Heat-Active alloy allows the electrodes to quickly reach and maintain stable operating temperatures under all engine loads. Built with a tapered seat type and a resistor for enhanced compatibility, this performance-grade spark plug is designed to deliver exceptional durability and consistent performance. Whether you’re looking to maximize engine life or improve ignition reliability, this spark plug is the ultimate solution for demanding driving conditions.

Product Features:

• Champion Iridium – Maximum Performance. Premium Spark Plug
• Iridium center electrode delivers maximum life
• Fine-wire center electrode and V-trimmed for greater ignitability
• V-trimmed ground electrode promotes sharper spark focus
• Maintains stable operating temperature under all engine loads
• Heat-Active alloy allows electrodes to reach optimal temperature quickly