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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY1983LYNX GS, 4D HATCHBACK, 1.6 2, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISQUICK LOOKUPSFLUIDS
1983 Mercury Lynx GS, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 2, Automatic
Quick Lookups: Fluids
1983 Mercury Lynx GS, 4D Hatchback, 1.6 2, AutomaticSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | N/A | N/A | R-12 | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 9.80 QTS. | 9.27 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 | w/Air Cond | 8.10 QTS. | 7.66 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | w/o Air Cond | 6.70 QTS. | 6.34 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | Specification: ESE M97B44 A. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | Standard | 13.00 GALS. | 49.21 L | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | w/Fuel Economy Opt | 10.00 GALS. | 37.85 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.60 PTS. | 0.75 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F | Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler line. Fluid level indicator should be used to determine actual fluid requirements and fluid specifications. Check level at normal operating temperature. DO NOT overfill. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | 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.