Ford Crown Victoria Fluid Specifications

Verified fluid grades and capacities for your car. (1987–2011)

Capacities

Specification	Value
4.6L (2V) SOHC V-8	4.8
4.6L SOHC V-8	15.8
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity Approximate. Make final check with dipstick.	13.6
Capacity	13.9 qts (15.0L) Only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The transmission fluid and level should be set by the dipst
Capacity	19
Capacity Fill no higher than 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch below fill plug. Add 4oz Additive/Friction modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for Traction Lok(R) axles.	With 7.5 Inch Ring Gear 3.25
CAPACITY, Refill:	7.5" ring gear: Thunderbird/Cougar
CAPACITY, Refill:	Aspire
Fluid Level	Fill to line on reservoir
Fluid Level	Fill to line on the reservoir!
Fluid Type	Mercon(R) Automatic Transmission Fluid
Initial Refill With the engine at operating temperature, shift transmission through all gears. Check fluid level in PARK and add fluid as needed.	5.0
Police or Handling Package refill capacity	12.8
Refill Capacity	13.9
Regular Axle	3.75 pts (1.8L) Service refil determined by 1/4 inch to 7/16 inch below filler plug hole.
Traction-Lok Axles	3.50-3.75 pts (1.6-1.8L) Also add 4 ounces of Additive Friction Modifier XL-2 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear axle. Service refil determ
TYPE	Probe, Capri (ex. Turbo)
TYPE:	Standard

Fluid Types & Grades

Specification	Value
Automatic Transmission	MERCON(r) V ATF
Fluid Type	Motorcraft Mercon ATF
Fluid Type Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Check the container verify the fluid is MERCON(r) approved. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the transmission dipsti	MERCON(r) V ATF Use of fluid marked MERCON(r) V may cause internal damage.
Limited Slip or Traction-Lok(r)	80x-90, GL-5+
Standard	80w-90, GL-5
Type	Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. If DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used.
Type	Motorcraft Mercon V ATF
Type	Motorcraft MERCON V ATF Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V. Refer to your vehicles maintenance schedul
Type	Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Fluid Concentrate
Unleaded Fuel	87