Section 1450 (Engine Mechanical - 3.5L): Installation: Engine: Material

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Material
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ITEM SPECIFICATION TABLE

Item Specification
Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent WSS-M2C930-A

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  1. Align the transaxle to the engine.
  2. Install the 4 transaxle-to-engine bolts and the transaxle-to-engine stud bolt.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Locating Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts
    G06270507Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the 2 engine-to-transaxle bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    Fig 2: Locating Engine-To-Transaxle Bolts
    G06062177Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the Heavy Duty Floor Crane and the Spreader Bar, position the engine and transaxle onto the lift table.
    Fig 3: Identifying Heavy Duty Floor Crane And Spreader Bar
    G06062176Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the Powertrain Lift and Universal Adapter Brackets.
    NOTE: Position a block of wood under the transaxle.
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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.