Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1987 Ford Taurus LX, 4D SedanFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.56 LBS. | 1.16 KG | R-12 | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 3.0L Eng | 13.10 QTS. | 12.39 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill at master cylinder to 1/4" from top. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 3.0L Eng | 11.80 QTS. | 11.16 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | H | |
| Engine Coolant | 3.0L Eng | Standard Duty | 11.00 QTS. | 10.4 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | S |
| Engine Oil | 3.0L Eng | 4.50 QTS. | 4.25 L | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 10W-30 and 10W-40 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 3.0L Eng | 18.60 GALS. | 70.4 L | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | 3.0L Eng | Standard | 16.00 GALS. | 60.56 L | S | ||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.0L Eng | 6.20 QTS. | 5.86 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 3.0L Eng | 0.85 QTS. | 0.8 L | S | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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