Mercury Mountaineer (2010 year). Manual - part 24

Note: Your vehicle’s driveshaft is balanced. If undercoating the vehicle,
protect the driveshaft, universal joints, and axle and transmission flanges
to prevent overspray of any undercoating material. If your vehicle has
four-wheel drive, your vehicle has two driveshafts, one connected to the
rear axle and one connected to the front axle.

AIR FILTER

Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.

When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element
listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air

cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.

Changing the air filter element
• 4.0L Engine

• 4.6L Engine

1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.

2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing.

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3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.

4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.

5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause
filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly
seated.

6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps.

Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to
the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Component

4.0L V6 engine

4.6L 3V V8 engine

Air filter element

FA-1695

FA-1780

Fuel filter

FG-1083

Battery

BXT-65-650

Oil filter

FL-820S

Spark plugs

For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to

scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.

Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.

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MAINTENANCE

PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS

AND

CAPACITIES

Item

Capacity

Ford

Part

Name

equivalent

Ford

Part

Number

Ford

Specification

Brake

fluid

Between

MIN

and

MAX

reservoir

Motorcraft

igh

Performance

DOT

Motor

ehicle

rake

Fluid

PM-1-C

WSS-M6C62-A

WSS-M6C65-A1

Body

hinges,

latches,

door

striker

plates

and

rotors,

seat

tracks,

fuel

filler

door

hinge

and

spring,

hood

latch,

auxiliary

latch,

seat

tracks

—

Multi-Purpose

Grease

XG-4

XL-5

ESB-M1C93-B

Door

weatherstrips

—

Silicone

Spray

Lubricant

XL-6

ESR-M13P4-A

Lock

cylinders

—

Motorcraft

Penetrating

and

Lock

Lubricant

XL-1

None

Driveshaft,

slip

spline,

universal

joints

—

Premium

Long-Life

Grease

XG-1-C

ESA-M1C75-B

ransfer

case

front

output

slip

shaft

WD)

—

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Item

Capacity

Ford

Part

Name

equivalent

Ford

Part

Number

Ford

Specification

Engine

coolant

(4.0L

engine

without

auxiliary

climate

control)

12.2

quarts

(11.5L)

Motorcraft

Premium

Gold

Engine

Coolant

with

bittering

agent

(yellow-colored)

VC-7-B

WSS-M97B51-A1

Engine

coolant

(4.0L

engine

with

auxiliary

climate

control)

13.9

quarts

(13.2L)

Engine

coolant

(4.6L

engine

without

auxiliary

climate

control)

13.9

quarts

(13.2L)

Engine

coolant

(4.6L

engine

with

auxiliary

climate

control)

15.7

quarts

(14.9L)

Cooling

system

stop

leak

pellets

—

Motorcraft

Cooling

System

Stop

Leak

Pellets

VC-6

WSS-M99B37-B6

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Item

Capacity

Ford

Part

Name

equivalent

Ford

Part

Number

Ford

Specification

Engine

oil

(4.0L

engine)

5.0

quarts

(4.7L)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

-30

remium

Synthetic

Blend

Motor

Oil

(US)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

5W30-Full

Synthetic

Motor

Oil

(US)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

-30

Super

Premium

Motor

Oil

(Canada)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

-30

Synthetic

Motor

Oil

(Canada)

•

XO-5W30-QSP

(US)

•

XO-5W

-30-QFS

(US)

•

CXO-5W30-LSP12

(Canada)

•

CXO-5W30-LFS12

(Canada)

WSS-M2C929-A

ith

API

Certification

Mark

Engine

oil

(4.6L

engine)

6.0

quarts

(5.7L)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

-20

remium

Synthetic

Blend

Motor

Oil

(US)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

-20

Full

Synthetic

Motor

Oil

(US)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

-20

Super

Premium

Motor

Oil

(Canada)

•

Motorcraft

SAE

-20

Synthetic

Motor

Oil

(Canada)

•

XO-5W20-QSP

(US)

•

XO-5W20-QFS

(US)

•

CXO-5W20–LSP12

(Canada)

•

CXO-5W20-LFS12

(Canada)

WSS-M2C930-A

ith

API

Certification

Mark

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Item

Capacity

Ford

Part

Name

equivalent

Ford

Part

Number

Ford

Specification

Automatic

transmission

(5R55S)

fluid

12.7

quarts

(12.0L)

Motorcraft

MERCON

威

-5-QM

MERCON

威

Automatic

transmission

(6R80)

fluid

12.1

quarts

(11.4L)

Motorcraft

MERCON

威

-10-QL

MERCON

威

Rear

axle

fluid

3.5

ints

(1.7L)

Motorcraft

SAE

75W

-140

Synthetic

Rear

Axle

Lubricant

-75W140-QL

WSL-M2C192-A

Front

axle

fluid

WD)

2.7

ints

(1.3L)

Motorcraft

SAE

80W

-90

remium

Rear

Axle

Lubricant

-80W90-QL

WSP-M2C197

-A

Power

steering

fluid

Fill

between

MIN

and

MAX

lines

reservoir

Motorcraft

MERCON

威

-5-QM

MERCON

威

ransfer

case

fluid

WD)

1.3

quarts

(1.25L)

Motorcraft

ransfer

Case

Fluid

XL–12

—

indshield

washer

fluid

4.2

quarts

(4.0L)

Motorcraft

Premium

indshield

asher

Concentrate

ZC-32-A

WSB-M8B16-A2

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Item

Capacity

Ford

Part

Name

equivalent

Ford

Part

Number

Ford

Specification

Fuel

tank

22.5

gallons

(85.2L)

——

Add

the

coolant

type

originally

equipped

your

vehicle.

Use

synthetic

blend

motor

oil

not

mandatory

Engine

oil

need

only

have

the

API

Certification

mark

and

meet

the

requirements

Ford

specification

WSS-M2C929-A

(4.0L)

WSS-M2C930-A

(4.6L).

Indicates

only

approximate

dry-fill

capacity

Some

applications

may

vary

based

cooler

size

and

equipped

with

in-tank

cooler

The

amount

transmission

fluid

and

fluid

level

should

checked

qualified

technician.

Use

dual

usage

fluid

automatic

transmission

requiring

MERCON

威

may

cause

transmission

damage.

Use

any

fluid

other

than

the

recommended

fluid

may

cause

transmission

damage.

Refer

scheduled

maintenance

information

determine

the

correct

service

interval.

Use

dual

usage

fluid

automatic

transmission

requiring

MERCON

威

may

cause

transmission

damage.

Use

any

fluid

other

than

the

recommended

fluid

may

cause

transmission

damage.

Refer

scheduled

maintenance

information

determine

the

correct

service

interval.

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ENGINE DATA

Engine

4.0L V6 engine

4.6L 3V V8
engine

Cubic inches

245

281

Required fuel

87 octane

Firing order

1-4-2-5-3-6

1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8

Ignition system

EDIS

Coil on Plug

Spark plug gap

0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42 mm)

0.039–0.043 inch
(1.0–1.1mm)

Compression ratio

9.7:1

9.8:1

Engine drivebelt routing

• 4.0L V6 Engine

• 4.6L V8 Engine

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE

Safety Compliance Certification Label

The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.

Vehicle identification number (VIN)

The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.

Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:

1. World manufacturer identifier

2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint
Devices and their location

3. Make, vehicle line, series, body
type

4. Engine type

5. Check digit

6. Model year

7. Assembly plant

8. Production sequence number

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS

You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.

Description

Code

Five-speed automatic (5R55S)

Six-speed automatic (6R80)

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GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE

A wide selection of Genuine Mercury Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These
quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Mercury’s
rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will
repair or replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Mercury
Accessories found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessories. The accessories will be warranted
for whichever provides you the greatest benefit:
• 12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
• the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
Contact your dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.

Following is a list of several Genuine Mercury Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. To find out what accessories are
available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer or visit our online
store at: www.mercuryaccessories.com.

Exterior style

Aluminum fuel filler door

Bug shields

Deflectors
Running boards

Interior style
Ambient lighting for footwells and cupholders
Electrochromic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats

Lifestyle
Ash cup / smoker’s package
Cargo organization and management
Trailer hitch drawbars, and towing accessories

Peace of mind
Remote start
Vehicle security systems

Accessories

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Locking gas plug for capless fuel system

Wheel locks

For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
• When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your

vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio

Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your

vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.

• To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock

braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.

• Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to

the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.

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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS

More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered
the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan
backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.

Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components

There are four, new-vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask you dealer for details.

PremiumCare – Our most comprehensive coverage. With over 500
covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’s not covered!

ExtraCare – Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech
items.

BaseCare – Covers 84 components.

PowertrainCare – Covers 29 critical components.

Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in
the U.S. and Canada It’s the only extended service plan authorized and
backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get:
• Reliable, quality service anywhere you go.
• Factory-trained technicians.
• Genuine Ford and Motorcraft威 Parts.
Rental car reimbursement

If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs, you are
eligible for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty
repairs, or manufacturer’s recalls.

Transferable coverage

If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires, you can
transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you’re
ready to sell your car, prospective buyers may feel better about taking a
risk on your used vehicle. Ford ESP may add resale value!

Plus, exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including:
• Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
• Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.
• Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
• Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and

emergency transportation.

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Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself

One service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed the
price of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With Ford ESP, you minimize
your risk for unexpected repair bills and rising repair costs.

Avoid the rising cost of properly maintaining your vehicle!

Ford ESP also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan that covers items that
routinely wear out, like brakes and shocks.

The coverage is prepaid, so you never have to worry about affording
your vehicle maintenance. It covers regular checkups, routine
inspections, preventive care and replacement of items that require
periodic attention for normal “wear”:

• Wiper blades

• Brake pads and linings

• Spark plugs (except
California)

• Shock absorbers

• Clutch disc

• Belts and hoses

Contact your selling Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealership today so they
can customize a Ford Extended Service Plan that fits your driving
lifestyle and budget.

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