cooling Mercury Milan 2006 s User Guide

When the engine is cold, check the
level of the engine coolant in the
reservoir.
•The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the
“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir
(depending upon application).
•Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor service interval
schedules.
•Be sure to read and understandPrecautions when servicing your
vehiclein this chapter.
If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,
the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is
low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer toAdding
engine coolantin this chapter.
Note:Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine
coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified
function and vehicle location.
Adding engine coolant
When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant
and distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir,when the
engine is cool,until the appropriate fill level is obtained.
Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and
scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you
badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts.
Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid
container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
•Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent
meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1.Refer toLubricant
specificationsin this chapter.
COLD FILL RANGE
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Note:Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an
equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M99B37-B6, may
darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from
yellow to golden tan.
Note:When adding more than 1 quart (.95L) of coolant it is necessary
to use the coolant bleed valve. Failure to bleed the cooling system when
adding engine coolant may cause engine damage. Refer to the Cooling
section of theWorkshop Manual.
•Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such
as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford
specification WSS-M97B44-D, with the factory-filled coolant.
Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant or any
orange-colored extended life product with your factory filled coolant
can result in degraded corrosion protection.
•A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case
of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the
cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of
engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone
(without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from corrosion,
overheating or freezing.
•
Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolants mixed
with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant).Alcohol and other
liquids can cause engine damage from overheating or freezing.
•Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.These
can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine
coolant.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is
cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The
cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out
forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
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•2.3L coolant bleed valve
•3.0L coolant bleed valve
5. Open the coolant bleed valve on the back of the engine water outlet
for the 2.3L engine or the coolant bleed valve located on the upper
radiator hose for the 3.0L engine.
6. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (see
above), to within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on
the reservoir.
7. Close the bleed valve and reinstall the cap on the coolant reservoir.
Turn the cap until it is tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration.
Refer to theChecking engine coolantsection. If the concentration is
not 50/50 (protection to –34° F [–36° C]), drain some coolant and adjust
the concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a
50/50 coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system. Your
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cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of
coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet
available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toRefill capacitiesin this chapter.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant
in this section.
Severe climates
If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F [–36° C ]):
•It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration
above 50%.
•NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.
•Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will
decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the
winter months.
If you drive in extremely hot climates:
•It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration
above 40%.
•NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
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•Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will
decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine
coolant and may cause engine damage.
•Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the
coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate
protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the H (hot) area.
•The
symbol will illuminate.
•The
symbol will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine
will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part
nameFord part
numberFord
specification
Brake/clutch
fluidMotorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 or PM-1-C ESA-M6C25-A
or
WSS-M6C62-A
Door
weatherstripsSilicone Spray
LubricantXL-6 ESR-M13P4-A
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch, door
hinges, striker
plates, seat
tracks and fuel
filler door hingeMulti-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93–B
Engine coolant Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)VC-7–A (except
CA, OR and
NM), VC-7-B
(CA, OR and
NM)WSS-M97B51–A1
Cooling system
stop leak pelletsMotorcraft
Cooling System
Stop Leak
PelletsVC-6 WSS-M99B37-B6
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C930-A
with API
Certification
Mark
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wheels ......................................199
wiper blades ............................201
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......28, 30
Clock ............................................51
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................21
AM/FM/CD .................................16
Clutch
fluid ..........................................234
operation while driving ..........168
recommended shift speeds ....168
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................63
Console ........................................51
overhead ..............................50–51
Controls
power seat .................................91
steering column ........................58
Coolant
checking and adding ..............217
refill capacities ................221, 241
specifications ..................243–244
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................55
Cupholder(s) ...............................94
Customer Assistance ................170
Ford Extended Service Plan...195
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................196
Getting roadside assistance ...170
Getting the service you need..191
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................196
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................194D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................234, 236
engine oil .................................210
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........243
Driving under special
conditions ..................................167
through water .........................169
E
Electronic message center .........61
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................185
Emission control system ..........230
Engine ................................244–245
cleaning ...................................199
coolant .....................................217
fail-safe cooling .......................222
idle speed control ...................215
lubrication specifications.243–244
refill capacities ........................241
service points ..................207–208
starting after a collision .........172
Engine block heater .................159
Engine oil ..................................210
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................210
checking and adding ..............210
dipstick ....................................210
filter, specifications ........214, 240
recommendations ...................214
refill capacities ........................241
specifications ..................243–244
Exhaust fumes ..........................159
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F
Fail safe cooling ........................222
Fluid capacities .........................241
Foglamps .....................................35
Fuel ............................................223
calculating fuel economy..62, 227
cap ...........................................225
capacity ...................................241
choosing the right fuel ...........226
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................230
detergent in fuel .....................227
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................223, 225, 228
filter, specifications ........223, 240
fuel pump shut-off switch .....172
improving fuel economy ........227
octane rating ...........226, 244–245
quality ......................................227
running out of fuel .................227
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................223
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......172
Fuses ..........................................173
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............225
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................227
Gauges .........................................13
H
Hazard flashers .........................172
Head restraints ...........................89
Headlamps ...................................34
aiming ..................................36–37autolamp system .......................34
bulb specifications ....................39
daytime running lights .............35
flash to pass ..............................36
high beam .................................36
replacing bulbs .........................39
turning on and off ....................34
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................26, 28, 30
Hood ..........................................206
I
Ignition .......................156, 244–245
Illuminated visor mirror .............50
Infant seats (see Safety seats)..127
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................232
Instrument panel ........................52
cleaning ...................................202
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and interior...36
J
Jack ............................................179
positioning ...............................179
storage .....................................179
Jump-starting your vehicle ......185
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................81
Keys .......................................69, 84
positions of the ignition .........156
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