Distributor and spark plug firing order needed?

Tiny
DAVID HUNT2
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  • 2006 MERCURY MONTEREY
  • 4.2L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 189,000 MILES
I put new spark plugs in spark of wires and knowledge running rough. I've don't know what I did wrong. But can't find any illustrations on the firing order for this vehicle. Trying to trace each spark plug wire and make sure it's going to the right spot on the distributor cap.
Sunday, March 30th, 2025 AT 8:40 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Sure, here is the engine firing order and a guide to help you trouble shoot the rough running.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/repairing-engine-rough-idle-issues

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Monday, March 31st, 2025 AT 12:57 PM

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