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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+

Module Configuration Procedure -> Ford Motor Company -> 1992-1998
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

Some modules will require configuration after being installed on the vehicle. All configurable modules will be packaged in a kit which contains a warning label and multi-language sheet which lists requirements to configure the modules.

There are two types of configuration data. The first type is used by the module so that it can interact with the vehicle correctly. The second type is customer preference driven. These are items that the customer may or may not want to have enabled. To program customer driven preferences, a Ford service function card (FSF) and the New G...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> DUAL MASTER CYLINDER BLEEDING NOTES -> SYSTEM PRIMING -> TESTING DUAL MASTER CYLINDERS -> WHEEL BLEEDING SEQUENCE
Vehicle: 1993 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic brake systems.

The bleeding operation itself is fairly well standardized. First step in all cases is cleaning the dirt from the filler cap before removing it from the master cylinder. This should be done thoroughly.

Pressure bleeding is fastest because the master cylinder doesn't have to be refilled several times, and the job can be done by one man. To prevent air from the pressure tank getting into the lines, do not shake the tank while air is being added to the tank or after it has been pressurized. Set the tank in the requir...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-97 Cougar, XR-7 & Thunderbird -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 Mercury Cougar XR-7 3.8 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Se...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Index-mark driveshaft. Place a paint index-mark on pinion flange to driveshaft centering socket yoke.
  • Remove driveshaft-to-driveshaft pinion flange bolts.
  • Place a paint index-mark on driveshaft slip-yoke to transmissio...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Mercury Cougar 2.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove lower intake manifold.
  • Remove air cleaner, then air cleaner bracket.
  • Disconnect starter motor electrical connectors.
  • Remove shift cable bracket bolts, then disconnect shift cable.
  • Remove starter motor support bracket, then Schrader valve cap.
  • Relieve fuel pressure.
  • Disconnect fuel return and supply lines, using suitable tool.
  • Disconnect cooling system hoses from crossover pipe, then coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove accelerator...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1998-2000 Contour, Mystique & 1999-2002 Cougar
Vehicle: 2001 Mercury Cougar S 2.5 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Position windshield wipers in the Park position.
  • Disconnect and isolate the battery ground cable.
  • Lift up the plastic wiper arm retaining nut covers.
  • Remove the wiper arm retaining nuts.
  • Lift up the wiper arms.
  • Remove the wiper arms by moving them from side to side.
  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the plastic screw covers from the cowl grille retaining screws.
  • Remove the cowl grille re...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Mercury Cougar LS 5.0 V8 GAS

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1991 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GASEngine Compartment Components Diagram for 1991 Mercury Cougar XR-7 5.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Thermactor Air Bypass Solenoid
  • Radio Noise Capacitor
  • Canister Purge Solenoid
  • Idle Air Bypass Valve
  • A/C & Heater Case Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Mercury Cougar  2.0 L4 GASA/C & Heater Case Component Locations Diagram for 2001 Mercury Cougar 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-470
  • Connector C-2122
  • Air Temperature Actuator
  • Connector R-21
  • Heater Blower Series Resistor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1992 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Mercury Cougar LS 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Illuminated Entry Timer
  • Keyless Entry Module
  • Console Lamp
  • Console Lamp Switch
  • Door Courtesy Lamp (LH)
  • 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor
  • Check Valve
  • Vacuum Tank
  • Outside-Recirculate Door Vacuum Motor
  • A/C-Defrost Door Vacuum Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: WIRING HARNESS - TERMINAL REPAIR KIT - REV6
    Vehicle: 1985 Mercury Cougar 5.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: MASS AIR FLOW (MAF) SENSOR TEST STEPS - S/M REVISION
    Vehicle: 1994 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Electronic Devices, Computers, PROMS, Sensors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Mercury Cougar AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Mercury Cougar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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