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Where is The location of the number one cylinder on a 4.6 V8?

The location of the #1 cylinder on a 4.6L V8 depends on the specific engine's firing order. There's no single universal answer. The firing order dictates the sequence in which the cylinders fire, and this changes the "number 1" cylinder's position.

To find the #1 cylinder, you must consult the engine's specific firing order diagram, typically found:

* In the owner's manual: This is your best resource.

* On a sticker: Some engines have a sticker on the engine block or valve cover detailing the firing order.

* Online: Search for "[Engine Year] [Make] [Model] 4.6L V8 firing order" – many resources are available.

Once you have the firing order, you can locate #1. Remember that V8s typically number cylinders from one side of the engine, then the other.