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Denso 5036 Spark Plug
| Brand | Denso 5036 |
|---|---|
| Center Electrode Core Material | Copper |
| Center Electrode Tip Material | Nickel |
| Ground Configuration | Standard |
| Ground Electrode Core Material | Nickel |
| Ground Electrode Quantity | 1 |
| Ground Electrode Tip Design | U-Groove |
| Hex Size | 16.0 |
| Manufacturer Heat Range | 20 |
| Pre-Gap Size | 1.1 |
| Reach | 11.60 |
| Resistance | 5000 |
| Seat Type | Tapered |
| Thread Diameter | 14.00 |
| Product line | U-Groove Conventional |
| Fits | Ford, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Isuzu, Oldsmobile, GMC, Buick, and Mercury · 190 vehicles |
U-Groove design. Improves ignitability for more efficient engine performance.
Copper core. Helps promote consistent spark delivery.
Tapered seat. Provides a secure, precise spark plug fit.
Cross-references DENSO Auto Parts T20PR-U11 and Ford ASF32P for the same application. See all 2.
Denso 5036 Spark Plug Overview
Denso 5036 is a conventional spark plug built for direct-fit secondary ignition service on a wide range of Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Isuzu, and Mercury applications. Its U-Groove electrode design is engineered to improve ignitability, helping support more efficient combustion in compatible engines.
Key Features
- U-Groove ground electrode tip design for improved spark exposure
- 5000 ohm resistance for stable ignition performance
- Copper center electrode core with nickel center tip material
- Nickel ground electrode core material with standard ground configuration
- Pre-gapped at 1.1 mm for specified applications
- Tapered seat, 14.00 mm thread diameter, and 11.60 mm reach
- 16.0 mm hex size for proper service-tool fitment
- Cross-references DENSO Auto Parts T20PR-U11 and Ford ASF32P
Product Details
The Denso U-Groove Conventional line focuses on dependable ignition performance in everyday driving and service replacement applications. Part number 5036 uses a U-shaped ground electrode to expose the spark kernel more effectively, which can improve ignitability in engines that call for this plug specification. This spark plug is listed for many older Ford truck and van platforms, including F-150, F-250, F-350, Bronco, and Econoline models, along with select Chevrolet S10 and Camaro applications.
Compatible vehicle coverage includes Fits 1993-1996 Ford F-150, N/A; Fits 1996 Ford Bronco, N/A; Fits 1982-1993 Chevrolet S10, N/A; and Fits 1982-1989 Pontiac Firebird, N/A. The Denso 5036 is also referenced for additional applications across GMC, Oldsmobile, Buick, Isuzu, and Mercury models where the listed plug specifications match.
Common Uses
- Restoring weak or inconsistent spark in worn ignition systems
- Replacing fouled plugs during tune-up service
- Addressing rough idle or misfire concerns tied to plug wear
- Maintaining proper combustion in older carbureted or fuel-injected engines
- Supporting reliable cold-start and throttle response performance
Installation Notes
Verify thread diameter, reach, seat type, and heat range before installation. The pre-gap size is listed at 1.1 mm, but final gap should always be checked against the vehicle service specification. Use the correct 16.0 mm spark plug socket and install to the manufacturer’s torque specification to avoid thread or seat damage.
Quality Assurance
Denso designs the U-Groove Conventional spark plug line for consistent ignition service and OE-style fitment in listed applications. Part number 5036 is built to the published electrical and dimensional specifications for the vehicles shown in the fitment data.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Ford | F-350 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | Bronco | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | E-150 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | F-150 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | F-250 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1996 | Ford | F-350 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1995 | Chevrolet | Lumina APV | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1995 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1995 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1995 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1994 | Chevrolet | Lumina APV | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1994 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1994 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1994 | Isuzu | Pickup | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1994 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1994 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | Chevrolet | Lumina APV | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | Ford | F-150 | Lightning | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | GMC | Sonoma | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | Isuzu | Pickup | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1993 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | Chevrolet | Lumina APV | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | GMC | Sonoma | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | Isuzu | Pickup | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | Isuzu | Rodeo | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1992 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | Chevrolet | Lumina APV | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | GMC | Sonoma | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | Isuzu | Pickup | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | Isuzu | Rodeo | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1991 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1990 | Chevrolet | Lumina APV | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1990 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1990 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1990 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1990 | Oldsmobile | Silhouette | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1990 | Pontiac | Trans Sport | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1989 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1989 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1989 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1989 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1989 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | Pontiac | Fiero | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1988 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1987 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1987 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1987 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1987 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1987 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Buick | Century | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | C20 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | C20 Suburban | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Caprice | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | Celebrity | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | El Camino | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | K5 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | C1500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | C1500 Suburban | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | C2500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | C2500 Suburban | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | C3500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | G1500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | G2500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | G3500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | K1500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | K1500 Suburban | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | K2500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Pontiac | 6000 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1986 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Buick | Century | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Buick | Skylark | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Cavalier | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Celebrity | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Citation II | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Corvette | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | Impala | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | C1500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | C1500 Suburban | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | C2500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | C2500 Suburban | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | G1500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | G2500 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Pontiac | 6000 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1985 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Buick | Century | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Buick | Skylark | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Celebrity | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | Citation II | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Ford | E-150 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Ford | F-150 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Ford | F-250 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Oldsmobile | Omega | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Pontiac | 6000 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1984 | Pontiac | Phoenix | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Buick | Century | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Buick | Skylark | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Celebrity | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | Citation | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Chevrolet | S10 Blazer | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Ford | F-250 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Ford | F-350 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | GMC | S15 Jimmy | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Oldsmobile | Omega | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Pontiac | 6000 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1983 | Pontiac | Phoenix | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Buick | Skylark | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Camaro | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Celebrity | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | Citation | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | S10 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | GMC | S15 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Ciera | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Oldsmobile | Omega | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Pontiac | 6000 | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Pontiac | Firebird | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1982 | Pontiac | Phoenix | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Buick | Skylark | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Chevrolet | Citation | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Mercury | Grand Marquis | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Mercury | Marquis | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Oldsmobile | Omega | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1981 | Pontiac | Phoenix | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1980 | Buick | Skylark | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1980 | Chevrolet | Citation | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1980 | Ford | E-250 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1980 | Ford | E-250 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1980 | Ford | E-350 Econoline | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1980 | Ford | E-350 Econoline Club Wagon | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
| 1980 | Oldsmobile | Omega | — | N/A | U-Groove Conventional |
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