Ford Explorer Spark Plugs

Made In USA. Melling provides spark plug tubes for both domestic and import vehicle applications. Each spark plug tube is manufactured from high quality material to assure the correct fit and function throughout the engines service life. Melling recommends new spark plug tubes with every engine rebuild where they are required.

Product Features:

• Precision engineered for optimum fit and function
• Manufactured from high quality materials for consistent durable wear
• Designed for long-life and worry-free performance
• Meets or exceeds original equipment specifications

The fine wire design of this spark plug ensures enhanced ignition efficiency, delivering reliable performance for your engine. Featuring a platinum center electrode tip, it offers superior durability and consistent spark generation, while the nickel ground electrode tip adds to its robust construction. The tapered seat type ensures a secure fit, reducing the risk of gas leakage and optimizing combustion. This spark plug is engineered to provide long-lasting performance, making it a cost-effective choice for maintaining your vehicle’s ignition system. Whether you’re looking to improve fuel efficiency or ensure smooth engine operation, this high-quality spark plug is designed to meet your needs with precision and reliability.

Product Features:

• Fine wire design enhances ignition efficiency, ensuring reliable engine performance.
• Platinum center electrode tip provides superior durability and consistent spark generation.
• Nickel ground electrode tip contributes to robust construction for long-lasting use.
• Tapered seat type ensures a secure fit, reducing gas leakage and optimizing combustion.
• Engineered for long-lasting performance, offering a cost-effective solution for maintaining your vehicle’s ignition system.

Autolite Copper spark plugs are designed to provide reliable performance and durability, making them an excellent choice for maintaining your vehicle’s efficiency. Featuring a copper core center electrode, these spark plugs excel in thermal control and resist fouling, ensuring consistent operation. The high nickel alloy center and ground electrodes are engineered for extended life, while the mid-projection design optimizes spark delivery. A high alumina multi-rib ceramic insulator enhances thermal conductivity and insulation, contributing to superior strength and reliability. The nickel-plated shell resists corrosion, ensuring long-lasting durability even in demanding conditions. With a tapered seat type and integrated resistor, these spark plugs are built to meet performance expectations, delivering quick starts and the power your vehicle needs.

Product Features:

• The copper core center electrode aids in thermal control and improves resistance to fouling.
• Its specially engineered high nickel alloy center and ground electrode provides extended life.
• The high alumina multi-rib ceramic insulator provides thermal conductivity and superior insulation for increased strength.
• Designed with a nickel-plated shell that is corrosion resistant to provide increased durability for extended periods.
• The integrated resistor minimizes electrical interference, ensuring consistent and reliable performance for optimal engine operation.

Double Platinum Spark Plug PT16EPR-L13 is engineered to meet the highest OE standards for performance, durability, and emissions. Featuring OE-grade platinum on both center and ground electrodes, it ensures superior thermal conductivity and sustained spark performance for over 60,000 miles. The premium shell construction with machine-rolled threads enhances durability and provides a secure fit, while the tapered seat type ensures optimal compatibility with your engine. Designed to reduce secondary required voltage and increase ignition efficiency, this spark plug delivers reliable performance and helps minimize shop comebacks, ensuring customer satisfaction. With its double platinum design, it offers exceptional longevity and consistent ignition, making it a valuable addition to your vehicle’s ignition system.

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

NGK Laser Iridium spark plugs offer the best combination of performance and longevity. Engineered specifically for OE applications, Laser Iridium spark plugs are tested to the highest standards to ensure quality and durability. Iridium tipped center electrode provides durability six times harder than platinum. NGKs high grade pure alumina ceramic and 98 percent pure copper core prevents the spark plug from overheating while providing reliable starts. Most Laser Iridium spark plugs feature a platinum pad on the ground electrode for even wear in distributorless ignition systems.

Product Features:

• ACTUAL OE or EQUIVALENT DESIGN: OEM quality construction fine wire iridium alloy center electrode provides consistent performance
• IRIDIUM ALLOY CENTER ELECTRODE: Iridium’s density (6x that of platinum) and extremely high melting point is perfect for modern high efficiency engines
• 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 iridium alloy plugs
• Superior Durability: The iridium-tipped center electrode is six times harder than platinum, ensuring long-lasting performance.
• OE Application Specific: Engineered specifically for Original Equipment (OE) applications, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.
• Even Wear: Features a platinum pad on the ground electrode for even wear, particularly beneficial in distributorless ignition systems.
• Fine Wire Tip Design: The fine wire tip design of the ILTR6R8G model enhances ignition efficiency and performance.

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 your vehicle runs smoothly.

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: Motorcraft High-Durability Spark Plugs are original equipment on Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, ensuring a perfect fit and optimal performance.

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: Offers improved durability and wear resistance.
• Designed and Engineered in the USA: Reflects over 100 years of Autolite’s engineering experience.
• Tapered Seat Type: Ensures a secure fit and optimal performance in compatible engines.

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

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 ensures superior wear resistance for extended plug life.

Autolite Platinum spark plugs are crafted for exceptional performance and durability, making them ideal for older engine applications. Featuring a platinum center electrode firing tip, these spark plugs ensure quicker firing, smoother starts, and enhanced acceleration while boosting fuel efficiency. The platinum firing tip prevents gap erosion, extending the service life, while the high alumina ceramic insulator offers superior thermal conductivity and insulation for added strength. A multi-rib insulator design prevents flash-over, ensuring reliable operation, and the nickel-plated shell resists corrosion for long-lasting durability. With a mid-projection standard center electrode and a tapered seat type, these performance-grade spark plugs deliver consistent results. The combination of platinum and nickel materials in the electrode tips further enhances reliability, making them a smart choice for drivers seeking improved engine efficiency and extended part longevity.

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.
• Incorporates a mid-projection standard center electrode design to ensure consistent performance and reliable ignition in a variety of engine conditions.

ACCEL HP Spark Plugs are made with a Copper core which is a better conductor than Platinum and Iridium. They deliver a stronger spark especially in high performance applications where high combustion pressures are present. Copper is much better at dissipating heat than other materials which lessens the chance of a misfire. ACCEL HP Spark Plugs are capable allowing you to open the gap exposing a larger flame kernel or close it if needed for high boost applications. All ACCEL HP Spark Plugs have machine rolled threads allowing for a more precise thread engagement and torque retention.

Product Features:

• For use with Black Coil Boot, OE Coil 3L3E or ACCEL 140033 or 140033-8
• One Piece Design – Won’t break off in head during removal like two piece design
• Copper Core – Copper is a better conductor than Iridium or Platinum plugs
• Heat Dissipation – Copper dissipates Heat Much better than other materials
• C – Cut Design – un-shrouding the spark kernel
• See PN 346 for Single Spark Plug
• Gapable – Unlike Iridium or Platinum
• Machine Rolled Threads-Precise thread engagement

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, providing unmatched durability under high temperatures and pressure. 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 meet demanding engine requirements. Both the center and ground electrode tips are crafted from platinum, ensuring consistent ignition and enhanced efficiency. Whether you’re seeking improved durability or superior performance, this spark plug delivers value and reliability for your engine’s needs.

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 meet the demanding requirements of high-performance engines.

Double Platinum Spark Plug: Enhanced Durability & Performance is engineered for exceptional reliability and efficiency, 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 consistent performance and extended service life. The yttrium-enhanced ground electrode offers superior heat transfer, allowing the spark plug to withstand high temperatures and pressures for greater durability. Its high alumina ceramic insulator optimizes thermal conductivity and dielectric strength, while the multi-rib insulator prevents flash-over for added safety and reliability. With a mid-projection center electrode and tapered seat type, this performance-grade spark plug delivers precision and compatibility. Both the center and ground electrode tips are crafted from platinum, ensuring long-lasting efficiency and superior ignition performance. Designed to outperform copper and standard platinum plugs, this spark plug is a durable and high-value solution for maintaining peak engine performance.

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 for enhanced precision and compatibility with distributor-less ignition system (DIS) engines.

This spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation on specified vehicles to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage. It is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – this spark plug non fouler is designed for easy installation to protect spark plugs from fouling and damage on specified vehicles
• Ideal solution – this non-fouler preserves spark plug life and is a reliable replacement for an original non-fouler that has failed due to corrosion
• Durable construction – made from quality components to ensure reliable performance and a long service life
• Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience