one for each cylinder i.e. 4 for 4 cyl, 6 for 6 cyl
Nothing personal, but if you have to ask that question, you shouldn't be any where NEAR a motor.
4
Most had a V-6 under the hod, which would mean 6 spark plugs.
6
Count the spark plug wires
8 spark plugs
4 Spark plugs
If you are certain the wires are connected to the proper spot on the coil pack then it is likely the coil pack is bad. This is a sonewhat common problem not only on these engines but on very many across many manufacturers.
( 6 spark plugs ) for your V6 engine in a 2003 Lincoln LS
Spark plugs and wires should be replaced after 60,000 miles depending on the type of driving and the location where you live and drive.
Bad spark plug wires affect many areas of your vehicle. However, gear shifting in an automatic transmission is not one of them.
Count how many spark plug wires there are.....