2006 Mercury Milan air filter

Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transaxle component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transaxle components.
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully –
put in first gear.
3. Assure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
6. Fluid level should be at bottom of
the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at
the bottom of the opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to theLubricant
specificationssection in this chapter.
AIR FILTER
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft part numbersin this chapter.
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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
•2.3L I4 engine
•3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.
2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing.
•2.3L I4 engine
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•3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
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 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
Air filter element FA-1683 FA-1771
Battery BXT-40R BXT-40R
Oil filter FL-2017-B
1FL-820-S
PCV valve2
Spark Plugs3
1
When changing oil filter you must also replace the filter cap O-ring. The
oil filter drain plug O-ring must also be replaced whenever the oil filter
drain plug is removed. Reuse of the O-rings may cause engine oil leakage
and may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if the O-rings are not replaced.
2The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed inscheduled maintenance informationand is essential to the
life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................53
Air cleaner filter ...............238–240
Air conditioning ....................28, 30
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................108, 117, 120
and child safety seats ............110
description ..............108, 117, 120
disposal ....................................123
driver airbag ............110, 118, 121
indicator light .........117, 119, 122
operation .................110, 118, 121
passenger airbag .....110, 118, 121
side airbag .......................117, 120
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................217
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................160–161
Anti-theft system ..................83, 86
arming the system ....................86
disarming a triggered system ..87
triggering ...................................88
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 20
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................234
fluid, checking ........................234
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................165–166
fluid, adding ............................236
fluid, checking ........................236
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specification ..................244
Axle
lubricant specifications ..243–244
B
Battery .......................................215acid, treating emergencies .....215
jumping a disabled battery ....185
maintenance-free ....................215
replacement, specifications ...240
servicing ..................................215
BeltMinder
...............................103
Brakes ........................................160
anti-lock ...........................160–161
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................160
fluid, checking and adding ....234
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specifications .........243–244
lubricant specifications ..243–244
parking ....................................161
shift interlock ..........................163
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................38
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....241
Cassette tape player ...................16
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................179
Child safety restraints ..............124
child safety belts ....................124
Child safety seats ......................127
attaching with tether straps ..131
in front seat ............................128
in rear seat ..............................128
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............199
instrument panel ....................202
interior .....................................202
interior trim ............................202
plastic parts ............................201
washing ....................................198
waxing .....................................198
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wheels ......................................199
wiper blades ............................201
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......28, 30
Clock ............................................51
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................21
AM/FM/CD .................................16
Clutch
fluid ..........................................234
operation while driving ..........168
recommended shift speeds ....168
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................63
Console ........................................51
overhead ..............................50–51
Controls
power seat .................................91
steering column ........................58
Coolant
checking and adding ..............217
refill capacities ................221, 241
specifications ..................243–244
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................55
Cupholder(s) ...............................94
Customer Assistance ................170
Ford Extended Service Plan...195
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................196
Getting roadside assistance ...170
Getting the service you need..191
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................196
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................194D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................234, 236
engine oil .................................210
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........243
Driving under special
conditions ..................................167
through water .........................169
E
Electronic message center .........61
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................185
Emission control system ..........230
Engine ................................244–245
cleaning ...................................199
coolant .....................................217
fail-safe cooling .......................222
idle speed control ...................215
lubrication specifications.243–244
refill capacities ........................241
service points ..................207–208
starting after a collision .........172
Engine block heater .................159
Engine oil ..................................210
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................210
checking and adding ..............210
dipstick ....................................210
filter, specifications ........214, 240
recommendations ...................214
refill capacities ........................241
specifications ..................243–244
Exhaust fumes ..........................159
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Fail safe cooling ........................222
Fluid capacities .........................241
Foglamps .....................................35
Fuel ............................................223
calculating fuel economy..62, 227
cap ...........................................225
capacity ...................................241
choosing the right fuel ...........226
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................230
detergent in fuel .....................227
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................223, 225, 228
filter, specifications ........223, 240
fuel pump shut-off switch .....172
improving fuel economy ........227
octane rating ...........226, 244–245
quality ......................................227
running out of fuel .................227
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................223
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......172
Fuses ..........................................173
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............225
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................227
Gauges .........................................13
H
Hazard flashers .........................172
Head restraints ...........................89
Headlamps ...................................34
aiming ..................................36–37autolamp system .......................34
bulb specifications ....................39
daytime running lights .............35
flash to pass ..............................36
high beam .................................36
replacing bulbs .........................39
turning on and off ....................34
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................26, 28, 30
Hood ..........................................206
I
Ignition .......................156, 244–245
Illuminated visor mirror .............50
Infant seats (see Safety seats)..127
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................232
Instrument panel ........................52
cleaning ...................................202
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and interior...36
J
Jack ............................................179
positioning ...............................179
storage .....................................179
Jump-starting your vehicle ......185
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................81
Keys .......................................69, 84
positions of the ignition .........156
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