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.
1986 Mercury Sable LS, 4D SedanFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Cooling System Capacity
NOTE:
Actual capacity figures are shown, but many vary 15% due to system variations. Capacities include coolant reservoir filled to ADD mark).
COOLANT CAPACITY
| Application | Quarts (L) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD Models | ||||||
| 1.9L | 7.0 (6.6) | |||||
| 2.0L Diesel | 8.0 (7.6) | |||||
| 2.3L | 7.5 (7.1) | |||||
| 2.5L | 8.3 (7.9) | |||||
| 3.0L | 11.0 (10.4) | |||||
| RWD Models | ||||||
| Mustang & Capri | ||||||
| 2.3L OHC | ||||||
| Manual Transmission | 9.2 (8.7) | |||||
| Automatic Transmission | 9.9 (9.4) | |||||
| 2.3L EFI Turbo | 10.8 (10.2) | |||||
| 3.8L | 11.7 (11.1) | |||||
| 5.0L | 14.2 (13.5) | |||||
| LTD & Marquis | ||||||
| 2.3L | 10.2 (9.6) | |||||
| 3.8L | 11.7 (11.1) | |||||
| 5.0L | 14.5 (13.7) | |||||
| Cougar & Thunderbird | ||||||
| 2.3L | 10.8 (10.2) | |||||
| 3.8L | 11.7 (11.1) | |||||
| 5.0L | 14.2 (13.5) | |||||
| Continental & Mark VII | ||||||
| 5.0L | 14.2 (13.5) | |||||
| Town Car | 14.4 (13.7) | |||||
| Crown Victoria & Grand Marquis | ||||||
| 5.0L | 12.7 (12.0) | |||||
| 5.8L | (1) 14.3 (13.5) | |||||
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Factory Service Tools
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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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