1997 Mercury Mountaineer fuel cap

²Drive cautiously. If you hear the
chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the
chains. If this does not work,
remove the chains to prevent
damage to your vehicle.
²If possible, avoid fully loading
your vehicle.
²Remove the tire chains when
they are no longer needed. Do
not use tire chains on dry roads.
²The suspension insulation and
bumpers will help prevent
vehicle damage. Do not remove
these components from your
vehicle when using snow tires
and chains.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUEL
Do not overfill the fuel
tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause
leakage and lead to fuel spray
and fire.
If you do not use a proper
fuel cap, the pressure in
the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work
improperly in a collision.
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If you replace your fuel
cap with an aftermarket
fuel filler cap, the customer
warranty may be void if any
damage to the fuel tank and/or
fuel system occurs.
If the fuel cap is venting
vapor or you hear a hissing
sound, wait until it stops before
completely removing the cap.
Automotive fuels can
cause serious injury or
death if misused or mishandled.
Extinguish all smoking materials
and any open flames before fueling
your vehicle.
Automotive fuels can be harmful or
fatal if swallowed. If fuel is
swallowed call a physician
immediately, even if no symptoms
are apparent. The toxic effects of
fuels may not be visible for many
hours.
Fuels can also be harmful if
absorbed through the skin. If fuel
is splashed on the skin, promptly
remove contaminated clothing and
wash skin thoroughly with soap
and water.
If fuel is splashed in the eyes,
remove contact lenses, flush with
plenty of water for 15 minutes, and
seek medical attention.
Be particularly careful if you are
taking ªAntabuseº or other forms
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component Motorcraft part number
Spark plug
1AWSF-32EE*
Air filter FA-1641
Fuel filter FG-872
Oil filter FL-1A
Battery BXT-65-650 or BXT-65-850 (optional)
P.C.V. valve EV-152
1Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal for spark plug and
gap specifications.
*If any spark plug needs to be removed for examination, each spark plug
removed must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. Cylinders 1-4 have an
ªEGº suffix. Cylinders 5-8 have an ªEº suffix. If any spark plug needs to
be replaced, use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix
letters ªEEº as shown on the engine decal.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Component Capacity
Brake fluid Brake master
cylinderFill to line in
reservoir
1
Engine coolant Engine coolant
recovery reservoir
and radiator13.5 L (12.8 qts.)
Engine oil 5.0 L (302 c.i.d.) 4.7 L (5.0 qts.)
2
Fuel 4-door 79.5 L (21.0 gal)
Front axle Dana 35 front axle 1.7 L (3.5 pts.)
1
Power steering fluid Power steering fluid
reservoirFill to line in
reservoir1
Rear axle Ford conventional
and Traction Lok 8.82.6 L (5.5 pts.)1
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ComponentFord part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Windshield
washer
reservoirUltra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-
19550-AA or
BAESR-M17P5-A
Body hinges,
latches, door
striker plates
and rotors, seat
tracks, door
checks and
tracks, hood
latch, auxiliary
latch, and fuel
filler door and
springMulti-Purpose
GreaseD0AZ-19584-AA
or
D7AZ-19584-AAESB-M1C93-A
or
ESB-M1C159-A
Steering
column,
U-joints, clutch
linkage pivots,
parking brake
linkage pivots
and clevises
and
transmission
control linkage
pivotsPremium
Long-Life
GreaseXG-1C or K ESA-M1C75-B
Brake master
cylinderHigh
Performance
DOT 3 Brake
FluidC6AZ-19542-AA
or BAESA-M6C25-A
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ComponentFord part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Engine coolant Premium
Cooling System
FluidE2FX-19549-AA ESE-M97B44-A
Transfer case
front output
slip shaftPremium
Long-Life
GreaseXG-1-C or K ESA-M1C75-B
Transfer case Motorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Dana 35 front
drive axle4x4 Gear Oil F1TZ-19580-A WSL-M2C191-A
1Add 118 ml (4oz.) of EST-M2C118-A Friction Modifier (part number
C8A2-19B546-A) for complete refill of Ford Traction-Lok rear axles.
ENGINE DATA
Engine5.0L (302 CID) OHV V-8
Displacement5.0L (302 CID)
Bore x Stroke10.16 x 7.62 cm (4.00 x 3.00 in.)
InductionPCM controlled sequential port fuel injection
IgnitionPCM controlled distributorless electronic
Firing order1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Spark plug gap1.3 - 1.4 mm (.052 - .056 in.)
Horsepower210 HP
Torque366.1 Nzm (270 lb/ft)
Compression ratio8.8:1
Capacities and specifications
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Flat tire ......................................131
Fluid refill capacities ................185
Foglamps ..............................16,177
Fuel
calculating fuel economy .......167
choosing the right fuel ...........166
improving fuel economy ........116
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................164
Fuel gauge .....................................7
Fuel pump shut-off switch ..16,118
Fuse panels ...............................120
power distribution box ...........124
Fuses ..........................................119
charts .......................................120
checking and replacing ..........121
Gauges, Mechanical
battery voltage gauge .................7
engine coolant temperature
gauge ...........................................7
engine oil pressure gauge ..........7
fuel gauge ....................................7
odometer .....................................7
speedometer ...............................6
tachometer ..................................6
trip odometer ..............................7
Hazard flashers .............27,118,175
Headlamps ...................................13
autolamp system ..................13,33
daytime running lights .............14
warning chime ..........................12
Hitch ..........................................112
Hood ..........................................138
Ignition
positions of the ignition ...........22
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................170
Instrument
cluster .........6,7,8,9,11,12,13,14,15,
16,17,18,19,21
Instrument panel ........................13
location of components ...........4,5Jump-starting your vehicle ......132
Keyless entry system .......49,50,52
autolock .....................................51
locking and unlocking doors ....50
programming entry code .........49
Lamps ........................................172
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................179
headlamps ........................173,180
high-mount brakelamp ...........174
illuminated entry system .........41
map lamps ...............................177
replacing bulbs .......................172
tail lamps .................................174
License plate lamps ..................176
Liftgate ........................................39
Lights, warning and indicator .8,11
air bag ..........................................8
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..............9
anti-theft ...................................10
brake ............................................9
charging system ..........................8
check engine .............................10
check gauges ..............................8
door ajar ......................................8
fuel reset .....................................8
high beam ...................................9
overdrive off ..............................10
safety belt ...................................9
speed control ..............................9
turn signal indicator .................10
Load limits .................................107
Lubricant specifications ...........187
Luggage rack .............................116
Moon roof ....................................33
Motorcraft parts ........................185
Odometer .......................................7
Overdrive .....................................26
Overhead console ........28,29,30,33
compass/temperature display ..29
map lamps ..........................31,177
storage compartment ...............31
Index
194

Fuel infoUnleaded only - 87 octane
Fuel tank capacity79.5 L (21.0 gal)
Engine oil
specificationsUse only oil displaying the American Petroleum
Institute Certification Mark SAE 5W-30
Tire size and
pressureSee Safety Compliance Certification Label on
inside of driver door
Hood release
locationBottom left of driver side instrument panel
Fuel filler locationLeft rear of vehicle
Filling station information
200