PULL THE DIPSTICK ! * The dipstick is located between the engine and battery on the driver's side.
Should be a plug at the side of the transmission- fill to this level
On a 1997 Mercury Tracer : The AUTOMATIC transmission fluid dipstick would be on the side of the transmission ( transaxle ) in the area of the brake fluid reservoir . The manual transmission ( transaxle ) does not have a dipstick
4.1 Qt.s
No check , Just drain and add 2.83 qt. ATF in the speedo hole !
To add transmission fluid to a 1999 Mercury Tracer, locate the transmission dipstick tube, which is typically found near the back of the engine bay. Remove the dipstick, use a funnel to pour in the recommended type of transmission fluid, and check the fluid level using the dipstick to ensure it’s at the correct level. Be sure to add fluid gradually and check frequently to avoid overfilling.
According to the 1997 Mercury Tracer Owner Guide : For the automatic and manual transaxle ( transmission ) ( Motorcraft MERCON Multi Purpose automatic transmission fluid )
Dexron/mercon
On the 93 escort, brother to Tracer, there was only a breather valve at the top of the transmission and fluid needed to be added by removing an access bolt OR it had a small yellow dipstick at the top of the transmission.
Down the tube that holds trans dipstick.
I believe it's dextron/mercron II
The 1995 Mercury Tracer with a 1.9L engine typically requires about 6 to 7 quarts of automatic transmission fluid when performing a complete fluid change, including the torque converter. Always check the owner's manual for specific recommendations and ensure you use the correct type of fluid, which is usually Mercon or Mercon V for this vehicle. When checking fluid levels, it's best to do so when the transmission is warm and running.
I have a 89 tracer with a 5 speed manual transmission. When I had the transmission oil changed they removed the speedometer cable from the transmission and filled it through the odometer drive mounting hole. I laughed at the mechanic but he said that was the only way to do it. If there is no other hole to check the oil I guess you may have to pull the odometer cable to check it!!! Hope this helps you out. RG