2005 Mercury Monterey engine

REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid
1
All Fill to MAX line
on reservoir
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)
3
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)4.2L engine 4.7L (5.0
quarts)
Engine coolant
2Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)Without rear
heater14.0L (14.8
quarts)
With rear heater 15.0L (15.9
quarts)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Fill to line on
reservoir
Fuel tank N/A All 98.4L (26.0
gallons)
Automatic
transaxle fluidMotorcraft
MERCONV
AT FAll 13.0L (13.7
quarts)
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll Fill to line on
reservoir
1Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to
Lubricant Specificationsin this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended.
However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
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3Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine
oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification
WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
Fluid
1
PM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
and DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone
LubricantXL-6 ESR-M13P4-A
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow colored)VC-7-A (U.S.,
except CA, OR
and NM), VC-7-B
(CA, OR and
NM)WSS-M97B51-A1
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C930-A
with API
Certification
Mark
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2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used MERCONand
MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCONand
MERCONV. Refer toscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval.
ENGINE DATA
Engine 4.2L OHV V6 engine
Cubic inches 256
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6
Ignition system EDIS
Spark plug gap 0.052–0.054 inch (1.32–1.42mm)
Compression ratio 9.27:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions Wagon - inches (mm)
(1) Overall length 201.0 (5105)
(2) Overall width 76.4 (1941)
(3) Overall height
*68.7 (1745)
(4) Wheelbase 120.8 (3069)
(5) Track - Front 64.7 (1644)
(5) Track - Rear 62.8 (1595)
*Equipped with P235/60R16 tires.
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1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake type and gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR)
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if equipped).
Transmission/Transaxle code designations
You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification
label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each
code represents.
Code Description
N Four-speed automatic (AX4N)
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MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Mercury Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized 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
Accessory found to be defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period, as well as any component
damaged by the defective accessory. The accessory 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.
This means that Genuine Mercury Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000
km) (whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy
of the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
Following is a list of several Genuine Mercury Accessory products. 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
Bug shields
Deflectors
Front end covers
Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Splash guards
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Lifestyle
Bike racks
Cargo organization and management
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A
Accessory delay ..........................65
AdvanceTrac ..............................211
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................142–143, 149, 152
and child safety seats ............144
description ..............143, 149, 152
disposal ....................................155
driver air bag ..........145, 150, 153
indicator light .................149, 154
operation .................145, 150, 153
passenger air bag ...145, 150, 153
side air bag ..............................149
Air cleaner filter ...............281, 285
Air filter, cabin ............................40
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................263
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................210–211
Anti-theft system ......................107
arming the system ..................107
disarming a triggered
system .....................................107
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................17, 20, 23
Automatic transaxle .................214
fluid, adding ............................279
fluid, checking ........................279
fluid, refill capacities ..............286
fluid, specification ..................289
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................216
Auxiliary power point .................63
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........287
B
Battery .......................................261acid, treating emergencies .....261
jumping a disabled battery ....232
maintenance-free ....................261
replacement, specifications ...285
servicing ..................................261
BeltMinder .................................137
Brakes ........................................210
anti-lock ...........................210–211
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................210
fluid, checking and adding ....279
fluid, refill capacities ..............286
fluid, specifications .........287, 289
lubricant specifications ..287, 289
parking ....................................211
shift interlock ..........................214
Bulbs ............................................48
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....286
Cargo net .....................................89
Cassette tape player .......17, 20, 23
Cell phone use ............................71
Certification Label ....................291
Child safety restraints ..............155
child safety belts ....................155
Child safety seats ......................158
in front seat ............................159
in rear seat ..............................159
tether anchorage hardware ...162
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............249
instrument panel ....................251
interior .....................................251
interior trim ............................251
plastic parts ............................250
washing ....................................248
waxing .....................................248
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wheels ......................................249
wiper blades ............................250
Clock ............................................63
Compass, electronic ....................55
calibration .................................57
set zone adjustment .................56
Console ........................................71
overhead ....................................55
Controls
power seat ...............................110
steering column ........................71
Coolant
checking and adding ..............263
refill capacities ................267, 286
specifications ..................287, 289
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................68
Cupholder(s) .............................114
Customer Assistance ................222
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................252
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................245
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................245
Getting roadside assistance ...222
Getting the service you
need .........................................239
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................246
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................242
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................42Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................279
engine oil .................................257
Doors ...........................................58
lubricant specifications ..........287
power sliding ............................59
Driving under special
conditions ..................................217
through water .........................221
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................232
Emission control system ..........276
Engine ........................................289
cleaning ...................................249
coolant .....................................263
idle speed control ...................261
lubrication
specifications ..................287, 289
refill capacities ........................286
service points ..........................256
starting after a collision .........223
Engine block heater .................209
Engine oil ..................................257
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................257
checking and adding ..............257
dipstick ....................................257
filter, specifications ........260, 285
recommendations ...................260
refill capacities ........................286
specifications ..................287, 289
Exhaust fumes ..........................209
F
Floor mats ...................................72
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bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................48
daytime running light ...............42
fog lamps ...................................41
headlamps .................................41
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....44
interior lamps .....................46–48
replacing bulbs ...................48–52
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................46
Liftgate ............................85, 89, 96
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........210
Load limits .................................194
Locks
autolock ...................................103
childproof ..................................92
doors ..........................................91
Low tire warning .................15, 191
Lubricant specifications ...287, 289
Lug nuts ....................................182
Luggage rack ...............................89
Lumbar support, seats .............112
M
Message center ...........................76
english/metric button ...............79
system check button ................79
warning messages .....................80
Mirrors ...................................55, 66
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................67
heated ........................................67
programmable memory ..........100
side view mirrors (power) .......66signal .........................................67
Motorcraft parts ................272, 285
O
Octane rating ............................271
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................257
Overdrive ...................................215
P
Park Assist ................................218
Parking brake ............................211
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....285
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................129
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................68
Power adjustable foot pedals .....68
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................228
Power door locks ................91, 103
Power liftgate ........................85, 96
Power mirrors .............................66
Power point .................................63
Power steering ..........................214
fluid, checking and adding ....278
fluid, refill capacity ................286
fluid, specifications .........287, 289
Power Windows ...........................65
R
Radio ................................17, 20, 23
Relays ........................................224
Remote entry system .................95
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