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1997 Mercury Villager Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters

Your essential guide to 1997 Mercury Villager oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1997 Mercury Villager, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.

We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1997 Mercury Villager oil change!

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Engine & CodeOil CapacityOil Viscosity/TypeOil Filter
3.0L 6-cylinder [1] Z4.2 quarts (with filter)SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)Ford FL-839

Select Your 1997 Mercury Villager Engine Option

3.0L 6-cylinder Engine Code [1] Z

Engine:

3.0L 6-cylinder [1] Z [aka 3.0L V6 (Gas)]

Body & Trims:

GS, LS, Nautica

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts (with filter)

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)

OEM Oil Filter:

Ford FL-839

Oil Filter Replaces:

F3XZ-6731-BA

1997 Mercury Villager 3.0L 6-cylinder [1] Z oil change details

Oil Grade:

SEO60

Oil Capacity:

4.2 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.

Oil Viscosity/Type:

SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) - SAE 5W-30 is the preferred oil.

Name of Oil Filter:

N/A

Wix Oil Filter:

51361-EA

Wix Air Filter:

N/A

Coolant Capacity:

11.6 quarts - For models with the Tow Package (PKG) and WithOut a rear (RR) heater.
10.6 quarts - For models WithOut a Twin Turbo (TT) and WithOut a rear (RR) heater.
12.2 quarts - For models WithOut the Tow Package (PKG) but with a rear (RR) heater.
13.2 quarts - For Twin Turbo (TT) models with a rear (RR) heater.

Oil Drain Plug Torque:

22-29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)

Notes:

N/A

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