1998–2012 Ford Focus 1.8L Spark Plugs

Catalog-listed plug, cross-brand equivalents, gap, and where to buy for the 1998–2012 Ford Focus 1.8L.

Denso · Catalog-Listed
ITV16
MetalIridium
Gap—

Listed in a manufacturer plug catalog — confirm against your owner's manual before buying.

The Denso ITV16 is a 14mm thread, 19mm reach, gasket seat, heat range 16, iridium electrode spark plug. These specifications are decoded from the Denso part number and determine which plugs it safely cross-references to — a valid equivalent must match the thread, reach, seat and heat range.

Spark plugs that fit the 1998–2012 Ford Focus 1.8L

PlugMetalGapBuy
Denso ITV16 Iridium— Buy
Denso ITV16TT Iridium— Buy
Denso ITV20 Iridium0.049" Buy
Denso ITV20TT Iridium— Buy
Denso IT20 Iridium— Buy
Denso IT20TT Iridium— Buy
Denso IK16 Iridium— Buy
Denso IK16TT Iridium— Buy
Denso VK16 Iridium— Buy
Denso VT20 Copper— Buy

Frequently asked questions

What spark plug does a 1998–2012 Ford Focus 1.8L use?
A manufacturer catalog lists the Denso ITV16 (Iridium), gapped at the factory spec. Listed in a manufacturer plug catalog — confirm against your owner's manual before buying.

How many spark plugs does a 1998–2012 Ford Focus 1.8L need?
Check your owner's manual for the exact count for this engine.

What is the spark plug gap for a 1998–2012 Ford Focus 1.8L?
See the underhood emissions label — always confirm against the label or manual before installing.

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