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.
1992 Mercury Capri Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.56 LBS. | 0.7 KG | R-12 | Due to late changes always refer to A/C specification label. | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | Dipstick is used to determine exact fill requirements. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | Normally Aspirated | 5.30 QTS. | 5.01 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Normally Aspirated | w/Filter | 3.50 QTS. | 3.31 L | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | Dipstick is used to determine exact fill requirements. | S |
| Engine Oil | Normally Aspirated | w/o Filter | 3.20 QTS. | 3.02 L | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 0Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | Dipstick is used to determine exact fill requirements. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 11.10 GALS. | 42.01 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 3.40 QTS. | 3.21 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | Dipstick is used to determine exact fill requirements. | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | 0.63 QTS. | 0.59 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F | 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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