The Ford Excursion requires power steering fluid that meets the MERCON V specification. This is the recommended fluid for all power steering systems built between 1998 and 2012. It is important to use the correct fluid to ensure the proper functioning of the power steering system and to avoid potential damage to the pump.
Please note that power steering systems built after 2012 may require a different fluid, known as MERCON LV. It is always best to refer to the Workshop Manual or Owners Guide for the specific fluid requirements of your vehicle.
To summarize, the Ford Excursion requires power steering fluid that meets the MERCON V specification. It is recommended to consult the Workshop Manual or Owners Guide for the exact fluid requirements of your vehicle.
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Contents
- What power steering fluid does Ford recommend?
- What type of ATF for Ford power steering?
- Does it matter what power steering fluid you put in?
- What is equivalent to Mercon power steering fluid?
- What kind of power steering fluid does a 4.6 Ford take?
- What happens if you put ATF in power steering?
- Can you use Mercon V instead of Mercon power steering?
- Can I use ATF in my Ford power steering?
- Is it OK to use ATF as power steering fluid?
- What happens if I use wrong power steering fluid?
What power steering fluid does Ford recommend?
Note: All power steering systems built between 1998 and 2012 require the user of MERCON® V fluid. Power steering systems build after 2012 require MERCON® LV. Refer to Workshop Manual or Owner’s Guide.
What type of ATF for Ford power steering?
TYPE F AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDAND
TYPE F AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDAND POWER STEERING FLUID.
Does it matter what power steering fluid you put in?
It’s important that you use the correct power steering fluid as if you don’t, there may be compatibility issues with your car. It isn’t uncommon for power steering pump failure to come as a result of the wrong type of power steering fluid being used.
What is equivalent to Mercon power steering fluid?
Mercon V is backwards compatible and can be used in place of Mercon. There is an alternative which is called Valvoline Dex/Merc which can be used in place of either of the original Dexron III or Mercon products.
What kind of power steering fluid does a 4.6 Ford take?
The steering system on your truck uses Mercon V transmission oil.
What happens if you put ATF in power steering?
Putting transmission fluid in power steering can cause damage to the power steering system and potentially lead to costly repairs. This is because transmission fluid is designed specifically for the transmission and has different properties than power steering fluid.
Can you use Mercon V instead of Mercon power steering?
This is because Mercon V is backwards compatible with Mercon, and it also meets or exceeds the performance requirements of most power steering systems.
Can I use ATF in my Ford power steering?
Yes you can use atf in place of power steering fluid in most vehicles, in fact many manufacturers call out and as the recommended fluid.
Is it OK to use ATF as power steering fluid?
ATF can also be used in some power steering systems. Some ATF types include Dexron and Mercon. Synthetic power steering fluid is a non-oil-based fluid that’s created in a lab. Synthetic power steering fluid is usually specifically engineered for the particular car or system for which it’s being used.
What happens if I use wrong power steering fluid?
Also the wrong fluid will not lubricate the pump or rack ( or steering box ) properly or it could aerate within the lines. Either way, it would end up destroying the pump and/or rack.
