Steering System: Notes

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Notes
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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000174
100W/12-Volt DC UV Lamp 164-R0751
GF0001257
Dial Thermometer 0-220°F 023-R0007 or equivalent
GF0001258
Evacuation Cap, Power Steering 211-265 or equivalent
GF0007716
Power Steering Analyzer Kit 211-D001 (014-00207) or equivalent
GF0000997
Vacuum Pump Kit 416-D002 (D95L-7559-A) or equivalent
GF0000049
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool  
GF0007717
Power Steering Adapters 211-D009 (D89P-33610-A)
Material

Item Specification
Dye-Lite® ATF/Power Steering Fluid Leak Detection Dye
164-R3701 (Rotunda)
-
MERCON® V Automatic Transmission Fluid
XT-5-QM (or XT-5-QMC) (US); CXT-5-LM12 (Canada)
MERCON® V
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.