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.
1989 Merkur XR4Ti AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 8.00 PTS. | 3.78 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid MERCON | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 2.70 PTS. | 1.27 L | FORD Hypoid Gear Oil | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | w/Heater | 10.50 QTS. | 9.93 L | 50/50 mixture of FORD Premium Cooling System Fluid and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.3L Eng | N/A | N/A | SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (0Deg.F to Above 100Deg.F) | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 15.00 GALS. | 56.78 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.60 PTS. | 1.23 L | Merkur Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid. | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.60 PTS. | 0.75 L | Motorcraft MERCON ATF and Power Steering fluid. | S | |||
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.