" regular " unleaded , 87 octane
Regular unleaded , 87 octane
According to the 2001 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : For the " Vulcan " and " Duratec " 3.0 litre V6 engines : They came from the factory with a 50 / 50 mix of distilled water and GREEN colored antifreeze ( meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A )
In a 1994 Mercury Sable : " regular " unleaded gasoline , 87 octane
R134a
According to the 1999 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : ( 5W-30 )
A 2001 Mercury Sable uses R-134a refrigerant for its air conditioning system. This type of refrigerant became common in vehicles after the phase-out of R-12 due to environmental concerns. If you're servicing the AC system, ensure to use the correct type and follow proper guidelines for handling refrigerants.
SAE 5w20
There is a fairly new type available at any auto parts store and Wal-Mart that will mix with any other type of antifreeze, red or green. You can use this in any car or truck, old or new.
For a 2001 Mercury Sable, the recommended transmission fluid is Mercon V automatic transmission fluid. It is important to ensure that the fluid meets the specifications outlined in the owner's manual. Using the correct type of transmission fluid helps maintain optimal performance and longevity of the transmission system. Always check the fluid level and condition regularly to ensure proper functioning.
For a 2001 Mercury Sable, the cooling system typically requires about 2 to 2.5 gallons of a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water. It's important to check the owner's manual for the exact specifications and to ensure proper mixture ratios for optimal performance. Always make sure to use the appropriate type of antifreeze recommended for your vehicle.
According to the 2004 Mercury Sable Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
Your question would be better answered if the type of belt was known, i.e. "serpentine belt" or "timing belt", etc. Also, one would need to know the size of your motor and the year.